St. Augustine

About an hour’s drive from Jacksonville, St. Augustine Beach is full of quaint, locally-owned restaurants and cafes, allowing for a perfect road trip-worthy small town atmosphere.

Take a leisurely stroll or relax along the sand, play some sand volleyball, cool off at Splash Park, or try your luck for the latest catch at the fishing pier. But this area offers much more than that.

You can try stand-up paddleboarding, boogie boarding, surfing, or kiteboarding because many beachside businesses are scattered around to rent gear.

With just under 7,000 residents, this road trip-worthy small town is a 15-minute drive from famous restaurants, museums, and many other attractions in St. Augustine’s historic district, dating back to 1565.