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Welcome to the First Coast of Florida! If you’ve had Spring Fever, we hope you’ll find the perfect remedy here on our beautiful beaches and charming neighborhoods. >>TRIP PLANNER Take 90 minutes to visit one of Florida’s most-popular attractions: The Fountain of Youth.
Explore the region’s best local shopping, including Fernandina Beach’s Centre Street, Jacksonville’s San Marco Square and St. Augustine’s Old City.
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Broadway shows, a golf tournament, shrimp festival, concerts and more.
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With ocean, creeks, rivers and bays, there’s no better destination to grab a bite, unwind at happy hour, or dine in style on one of the region’s glittering waterfronts. BY AMY WEST
10 Museum Quality From Winslow Homer, Louis Comfort Tiffany and Hans Hofmann to upand-coming local artists, the First Coast is a showcase for the arts. BY LAURA ANDERS LEE 11 The Players
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Get all the details on this popular fan-favorite golf tournament at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra. BY LAURA ANDERS LEE
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MUSEUMS & ATTRACTIONS
Check out the area’s best attractions, museums, tours and golf courses in this comprehensive guide, including Flagler College, the Omni’s Segway Tours and Jacksonville Landing.
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MAPS
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We’ve designed three dynamic itineraries especially for animal lovers, families with kids and spring break beach bums.
DINING
Find the best local dining spots like Amelia Island’s Le Clos, Jacksonville’s Moxie Kitchen+Cocktails and St. Augustine’s The Floridian.
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St. Augustine, The Ocean!
EDITOR’S ITINERARY LAURA ANDERS LEE N E W S T O T R AV E L B Y
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Spring on the First Coast Welcome to the First Coast of Florida. Warm days and cool nights invite visitors to hit the beaches, enjoy outdoor events and dine alfresco at beautiful waterfront restaurants. 90 MINUTES IN:
Fountain of Youth Ponce de Leon came to St. Augustine in search of a magical fountain of youth. Today, his landing site remains one of Florida’s most famous attractions. Visitors can see the active archaelogical site of a Timucuan Indian settlement as peacocks and peahens roam the waterfront property. While you’re there, you might as well taste the famed water. Maybe, just maybe, there’s something to the legend after all.
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Unrivaled views, fi ne food and friendly service. • Enjoy ocean views from every table. • Outdoor Seating • Serving Lunch & Dinner • Fresh Fish, Seafood, Steaks & So Much More • Live Music Friday & Saturday • Happy Hour Specials 4100 Coastal Highway A1A North North Beach - St. Augustine 904.824.8008 • www.thereefstaugustine.com 4
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1 RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET> SATURDAYS Enjoy more than 160 artists, musicians, street performers and food vendors in a creative marketplace. riversideartsmarket.com 6
2 JACKSONVILLE DOWNTOWN ART WALK> MARCH 1, APRIL 5, MAY 3, JUNE 7 Visit dozens of galleries, museums, cultural venues, restaurants, bars and businesses, plus enjoy artists, street performers and live music in Hemming Park. MOCA offers free admission during Art Walk. jacksonvilleartwalk.com
3 AMELIA ISLAND’S AR TRAGEOUS ART WALK> MARCH 11, APRIL 8, MAY 13, JUNE 10 Visit dozens of galleries in the charming seaside town of Fernandina Beach on Amelia Island and admire photography, pottery, copper, metal, stained glass, watercolors, acrylics, oils and batik. islandart.org/ artrageous-artwalk
4 DISNEY’S “THE LITTLE MERMAID” > MARCH 2126 Come be part of Ariel’s world and hear favorite tunes as well as all-new original songs at this family-friendly Broadway smash hit at the Jacksonville Times-Union Center for Performing Arts on the downtown riverfront. jacksonville.broadway.com
COURTESY AMELIA ISLAND CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE
Hosted by the Ritz-Carlton, Concours d’Elegance is among the top automotive events on the planet with more than 300 rare vehicles from around the world.
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5 ALTON BROWN “EAT YOUR SCI ENCE” > APRIL 23 Food Network fans can expect all-new songs, multimedia presentations, talk-show antics and outrageous food demonstrations on stage at the Florida Theatre in downtown Jacksonville. floridatheatre.com
”KINKY BOOTS” > MAY 27 Alongside a cast of colorful characters, kick up your heels to catchy tunes by pop icon Cyndi Lauper at this popular Broadway show coming to downtown Jacksonville’s 6
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Times-Union Center for Performing Arts. jacksonville. broadway.com 7 PONTE VEDRA FOOD WINE & SPIRITS FESTI VAL> MAY 67 Foodies will love this special event with culinary specialties, fine wines and 50 craft beer samplings
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as well as live music and demonstrations at the Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra Beach. Stations include a Culinary Pavilion, Whiskey Obsession, Wines of the World, The Rum Room, General Spirits Pavilion, The Beer Garden, Food for Sale Area and live demos. floridashistoriccoast.com
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Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival Celebrate the nation’s original capital of the shrimping industry. Enjoy arts and crafts, family activities, fireworks and of course, lots of delicious shrimp. On Amelia Island, where the salt water merges with calm, freshwater inlets, the Timucuan Indians thrived on shrimp. Early European settlers, too, dined on fresh shrimp. Then in the 1800s, the shrimping industry evolved into a national sensation, thanks to the expansion of American railways and the addition of ice cars. Today, farms in Asia are threatening the local shrimping industry, so make sure and ask for Mayport shrimp when you dine.
Downtown Art Walk in Jax 8 THE PLAYERS AT TPC SAWGRASS> MAY 914 Come watch one of golf’s most fan-friendly events held at the beautiful TPC Sawgrass, home to the famous 17th hole. Past winners include Jason Day, Rickie Fowler, Matt Kuchar and Tiger Woods. tpc.com/ sawgrass 9 JULIANNE AND DEREK HOUGH’S “MOVE BEYOND” > MAY 12 Fans of “Dancing With the Stars” won’t want to miss this popular sibling showcase on stage at Jacksonville’s Florida Theatre. floridatheatre.com 10 ”CINDERELLA” > JUNE 1318 Enjoy Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Tony Awardwinning Broadway musical coming to Jacksonville’s Times-Union Center for Performing Arts. jacksonville. broadway.com
TOP STOPS MARCH 5 BÉLA FLECK & ABIGAIL WASHBURN Husband-and-wife duo and 2016 GRAMMY winners for Best Folk album perform at the Omni Amelia Island Plantation. ameliaislandchambermusicfestival.com MARCH 1618 ANASTASIA MUSIC FESTIVAL Don’t miss Del McCoury Band, David Grisman’s Bluegrass Experience, Sam Bush and more. staugamphitheatre.com APRIL 7 LITTLE RIVER BAND This legendary Australian band will be joined on stage by the 27-piece Jacksonville Rock Symphony Orchestra. floridatheatre. com caption here
APRIL 8 ALAN JACKSONVILLE The country music legend brings his “Honky Tonk Highway Tour” featuring special guest Lee Ann Womack. staugamphitheatre.com APRIL 29 UMPHREY’S MCGEE Don’t miss this popular rock band with special guest Big Something. staugamphitheatre.com MAY 7 BASTILLE This Grammy-nominated band from the UK brings its “Wild, Wild World Tour.” staugamphitheatre.com 7
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A Dining Room With a View Whether it’s a laid-back family meal or celebratory fine dining, First Coast restaurants frame picture-perfect landscapes on the Atlantic Ocean, St. Johns River and inland waterways. Cap’s on the Water
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Stretching from Amelia Island through Jacksonville and down to St. Augustine, this 70 miles of coastland is steeped in history and tradition. The South is famous for its food, and on the First Coast of Florida, you’ll find both Southern and coastal influences, whether it’s a perfectly crusted grouper, shrimp fresh from the Mayport docks or local, organic produce—and you can enjoy it all right on the water. BY AMY WEST OCEANFRONT A recipient of AAA’s Five Diamond Award of Excellence, the Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island’s oceanfront restaurant Salt is one of the region’s most esteemed fine dining destinations. Taking service to another level, the staff is extensively trained in their knowledge of food and wine and is intuitively prepared for your every need. The recently updated restaurant utilizes simple ingredients from the earth
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and sea to create elegant show-stopping masterpieces like the chef’s signature Smoked Shrimp and Grits, presented in a cloche filled with a cloud of hickory smoke. Sip on a cocktail, dine with your date, or go all out and experience the Chef’s Adventure menu in the “Seat in the Kitchen.” The Reef in Vilano Beach offers another spectacular setting, just steps from the Atlantic Ocean. A local fixture for 30 years, The Reef is also a hot spot for brunch. INTRACOASTAL CUISINE Old Florida is alive and well at Cap’s on The Water and Aunt Kate’s. At Cap’s, you can dine Al Fresco under
a canopy of Spanish moss in the glow of chandeliers. “It’s quite possibly the best upscale dive you’ll ever eat in,” boasts owner Bernard de Raad. Cap’s casually romantic atmosphere caters to a variety of diners both local and visiting. Enjoy coastal cuisine with hints of both Southern and European influences with the freshest local seafood and produce, raw bar, artisan cocktails and the longest wine list in North Florida. Menu “must haves” include the popular Vanilla Grouper, Sesame Seared Tuna and Fried Green Tomatoes with Burrata. Just down stream is Aunt Kate’s, which got its start roasting oysters for Henry Flagler 117 years ago. Today, visitors still flock
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here for amazing sunsets, an occasional dolphin encounter and steamed oysters, peel ‘n’ eat shrimp, crab cakes and Menorcan clam chowder. RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT Popular for famous prime steaks broiled to perfection at 1800 degrees and the Sizzle and Swirl Happy Hour, Ruth’s Chris’ reputation
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proceeds itself. Nowhere is the atmosphere more inviting than at the St. Johns Riverfront location in downtown Jacksonville. Guests embrace the elegant setting to dine on favorites like the New York strip, and farm-totable, “made from scratch” sides such as creamed spinach and potatoes au gratin. Take in the twinkling lights of the city through the wallto-wall windows. For more casual fare, you can’t beat the atmosphere at River City Brewing Company. Sitting outside with a craft beer taking in the city sights is what a vacation should feel like. CREEKSIDE If you travel South down the St. Johns River and make your way up Julington Creek, you’ll find your way to the docks of Clark’s Fish Camp, a bait-and-tackle shop turned family-friendly restaurant established in 1974. Clark’s serves
up homestyle Southern cooking to a faithful clientele of locals, regulars and tourists. Home of the largest taxidermy collection in North America, an experience at Clark’s is one-of-a-kind. Accessible by road or waterway, diners flock to the camp for fresh locally sourced seafood and fish-camp favorites. Fill up on the Swamp Platter brimming with crunchy gator tail, soft shell crab and conch or opt for the fresh catch of the day filleted and prepared by Ashlee Peoples, the owner’s granddaughter. Quench your thirst with a rum runner or brave the Swamp Water cocktail for a true fish camp experience. Don’t leave without paying a visit to Lily, the six-and-a-half-foot alligator that calls the fish camp home. One thing’s for sure: when you dine at Clark’s Fish Camp you’ll arrive with an appetite and leave with a story. w w w.wh e re t rave le r.c o m
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Museum Quality Perhaps it’s the laid-back lifestyle or the inspiring natural beauty that calls so many artists to Florida’s First Coast. See amazing works at these galleries and museums. BY LAURA ANDERS LEE MOCA An impressive permanent collection includes Alexander Calder, Helen Frankenthaler, James Rosenquist and Joan Mitchell. Don’t miss the amazing works of Hans Hofmann on display until May 14. mocajacksonville.unf.edu
Impressionists and Realists with such notable artists as Peter Paul Rubens, Thomas Moran, CUTTER AND Norman Rockwell CUTTER This fine art gallery and Winslow Homer. cummerin St. Augustine museum.org presents the works of local LIGHTNER artists as well as MUSEUM limited-edition Prominent Chicaprints. cutterandgo publisher Otto cutter.com Lightner donated his lifetime colCUMMER VAULT AT 1930 The state’s second lection of art, anPeruse hightiques and Tiffany quality works from largest art muglass to the City seum features an local artists, from impressive collec- of St. Augustine in ceramics to oils tion ranging from the former Hotel to acrylics in this Alcazar. lightnercharming new gal- 2100 BC through museum.org the Renaissance, lery in San Marco Square. 1930 San Marco Blvd., Jacksonville
ART ON CENTRE Amelia Island’s newest fine-art and collectibles gallery showcases paintings, sculpture, mixed media and glass. artoncentre.com PONTE VEDRA BEACH CULTURAL CENTER This not-for-profit features artists of various media like hand-coiled pottery, abstract paintings, photography and tapestry and hosts popular local events. ccpvb.org
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Sawgrass Splash The Players Championship made a big splash its first year—literally. After Jerry Pate won in 1982, he threw commissioner Deane Beman and course designer Pete Dye into the lake and then dove head-first in after them to the fans’ and media’s delight. Playing homage to this historic event, TPC Sawgrass has created a signature cocktail for THE PLAYERS tournament called the Sawgrass Splash. If you can’t get one at the tournament, we’ve wrangled up the recipe so you can make one at home. Mix 1 1/4 ounces of Grey Goose L’Orange Vodka, 3 ounces of fresh lemonade, 2 ounces of Florida orange juice, 1 ounce of fresh lime juice and 1/2 ounce of simple syrup and pour over ice.
TPC Sawgrass The Players Stadium Course is iconic. Not only is its famous 17th hole one of the most photographed holes in the world, the course itself was built for tournament play. Other courses lacked in parking, were built for one style of golf, didn’t have the room for spectators and frankly were pretty exclusive (ahem ... the Masters). Then came TPC Sawgrass in 1981.
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THE PLAYERS 2017: MAY 9-14 Watch returning-champion Jason Day return to defend his title. This fan-favorite tournament has drawn golfers like Rickie Fowler, Matt Kuchar, Sergio García, Phil Mickelson and Tiger Woods. It’s Mother’s Day weekend, so bring the kids along. Family amenities include children’s menus, an Imagination Playground and a Kid Zone with putt-putt course, arts and crafts, face painting and a rock-climbing wall. The clubhouse is always open to the public. 110 Championship Way, Ponte Vedra Beach, tpc.com/sawgrass w w w.wh e re t rave le r.c o m
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the guide Shopping+Spas Winter/Spring
Fernandina Beach’s tree-lined streets are dotted with charming shops and historic buildings. Boutiques feature art and antiques, jewelry, souvenirs and gifts. www.ameliaisland.com.
Shopping Districts/ Malls & Outlets FIVE POINTS Used-record stores, vin-
tage clothiers, coffee shops and funky galleries that stay open late define this artsy neighborhood. The heart of the the district is located on Park Street in the historic Avondale neighborhood. www.5pointsjax.com. Park Street at Margaret Street in Avondale. SAWGRASS VILLAGE This collection of
nearly two dozen lakeside shops offers clothing, a pharmacy, grocery store, gift stores and galleries. www.sawgrassvillagepvb.com. 1100 Sawgrass Village Drive, Ponte Vedra Beach. ST. JOHNS TOWN CENTER Over 1 mil-
lion square feet of upscale shopping and dining in a lifestyle-center setting
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Old Town St. Augustine Browse independent book stores, art galleries, antiques, gift shops and boutiques along St. George and King streets. www.floridashistoriccoast.com.
include stores such as Apple, Coach, Lacoste, Williams-Sonoma, Anthropologie, West Elm and a new Nordstrom. Valet and free personal shopper services available. www.simon.com. 4663 River City Drive, Jacksonville, 904.998.7156. THE AVENUES MALL This multi-level
shopping center has five department stores including Belk, J.C. Penney, Dillard’s and Sears. Other stores include Disney, H&M, LOFT, Forever 21, Mac, Banana Republic, Sephora and Builda-Bear Workshop. www.simon.com. 10300 Southside Blvd., Jacksonville, 904.363.3054. THE SHOPPES OF AVONDALE Located
on pretty St. Johns Avenue, shoppers can peruse a large selection of locallyowned retail and dining options. Merchants include jewelers, clothing
San Marco Square The cobble-stoned main street features stores inside Revivalstyle buildings offering furnishings, clothing, books and records. San Marco and Atlantic boulevards. www.visitjacksonville.com.
boutiques, gift stores and cafes with outdoor seating. www.shoppesofavondale.com. 3567 St. Johns Ave., Jacksonville. ST. AUGUSTINE OUTLETS Save 25 to
65 percent at more than 70 incredible outlet stores such as Gucci, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5th, Michael Kors, Cole Haan, Kate Spade, BCBG and more. Located on the east side of I-95. www. staugoutlets.com. 500 Outlet Mall Blvd., St. Augustine, 904.826.1311. ST. AUGUSTINE PREMIUM OUTLETS
Along the mile-long avenue of 95 outlets you’ll find great prices and an array of designer brands such as Banana Republic, Brooks Brothers, Tommy Bahama, Calvin Klein and more. www. premiumoutlets.com. 2700 State Road 16, St. Augustine 904.825.1555.
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S H O P P I N G + S PA S Art Galleries ART ON CENTREAmelia Island fine
arts and collectibles gallery located in historic downtown Fernandina Beach features works from living American artists using various mediums in a contemporary theme. www.artoncentre. com. 503 Centre St., 904.624.7255. BLUE DOOR ARTISTS This collective of
local artists offers a great selection of original contemporary art in a variety of media and genres. www.bluedoorartists.com. 205 1/2 Centre St., Amelia Island, 904.556.1119. CUTTER AND CUTTER FINE ARTS GAL LERIES From Dali to Degas, a collec-
tion of fine art originals and prints from some of the world’s finest artists.25 King St., St. Augustine, 904.810.0460. 333 Village Main St., Ponte Vedra, 904.395.3759. cutterandcutter.com. FIRST STREET GALLERY More than 100
modern artists from across the country have their wares on display here. Media include clay, fibers, silver, wood, metal and jewelry. www.firststreetgalleryart. com. 216 First St., Neptune Beach, 904.241.6928. GRAND BOHEMIAN AT CASA MONICA HOTEL Find pieces by expressionist-
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colorist Jean Claude Roy plus a number of other artists with paintings, sculpture and jewelry. www.grandbohemiangallery.com. 95 Cordova St., 904.829.6880. LOST ART GALLERYThe gallery special-
izes in 18th, 19th and 20th-century American and European fine art. lostartgallery.com. 210 St. George St., 904.827.9800. SEA SPIRITS GALLERYThis art gal-
lery, gift shop and antique store is inspired by the natural beauty of the sea. 210 St. George St., St. Augustine, 904.679.3811.
Put the power of Where® in the palm STELLERS GALLERY Paintings from this of your hand. Our Where Traveler gallery grace the walls at some of the area’s biggest companies and wellCity Guide app gives you instant appointed homes. www.stellersgallery. access to thousands of hand-picked com. 240 N. A1A, Ponte Vedra Beach, recommendations for things to 904.273.6065; do 1409 Atlantic Blvd., and places to go in destinations904.396.9492. all THE VAULT AT 1930 Peruse and purover the world. Download it today chase paintings, sculpture, pottery and for iPhone and Android.
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THE GUIDE Fine Jewelry UNDERWOOD’S JEWELRY This cutting-
edge, fine jeweler is well-known and respected in the jewelry industry. It offers high-quality jewelry, watches, silver, china and gift ware. www.underwoodjewelers.com. 2044 San Marco Blvd., Jacksonville, 904.398.6082; 330 A1A North, Suite 204, Ponte Vedra Beach, 904.280.1202; 3617 St. Johns Ave., Jacksonville, 904.388.5406; 10300 Southside Blvd., Jacksonville, 904.394.1390.
Farmers Markets & Specialty Foods SAN SEBASTIAN WINERY Stop in for a
wine tasting, a free tour or to explore the expanded gift shop. www.sansebastianwinery.com. 157 King St., St. Augustine 904.826.1594. THE SPICE & TEA EXCHANGE OF ST. AUGUSTINE Find 170 spices and 30
types of black, green and herbal tea, this store stocks sugars, mushrooms, rice and accessories for the spicyminded cook. www.spiceandtea. com. 59 Hypolita St., St. Augustine, 904.826.3770. GRAPE & GRAIN EXCHANGE A locally-
owned retail shop with a knowledgeable staff selling small-batch beer, wine, liquor, cheese, bread and other gourmet food. www.grapeandgrainexchange.com. 2000 San Marco Blvd.,. 904.396.4455. PETERBROOKE CHOCOLATIER FACTORY STORE See for yourself how the fa-
mous Florida chocolates are produced. The tour includes free samples and a stop at the gift store. 14 area locations. www.peterbrooke.com. RIVERSIDE ARTS MARKET Every Satur-
day, patrons enjoy this huge, riverfront market, with more than 150 artisans displaying culinary and craft wares. Musical entertainment, street performers and delicious products round out the offerings. 10 am-4 pm. www.riversideartsmarket.com. Riverside Avenue at the Fuller Warren Bridge. ST. AUGUSTINE FLEA MARKET Search
for treasures at the city’s oldest flea market, featuring a hydroponic, youpick farm and more than 100 vendors. www.staugustinefleamarket.com.
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2495 State Road 207, St. Augustine 904.824.4210. THE GIFTED CORK Wine from around
the world along with gourmet treats, unique gifts and art. Open daily. www. thegiftedcork.com. 64-A Hypolita St., St. Augustine., 904.810.1083. TIM’S WINE MARKETSelect a really
special bottle of hard-to-find wines or boutique vitners’ blends. Tim’s offers great wines from $8-80, whatever suits your palate and your budget. www.timswine.com. 278 Solana Road, Ponte Vedra Beach, 904.686.1741; 128 Seagrove Main St., St. Augustine, 904.461.0060. WHETSTONE CHOCOLATES The Whet-
stone family began selling chocolates here in 1967. Shoppers can choose from 15 flavors of fudge, Scenes of St. Augustine chocolate bars, gift baskets and other confections. www.whetstonechocolates.com. 139 King St., St. Augustine, 904.217.0275.
Spas THE SPA AT AMELIA ISLAND PLANTA TION Enjoy deluxe amenities at this
resort spa with an extensive menu of body treatments, facials, massages and hair and skincare for men and women. www.omnihotels.com. 39 Beach Lagoon Road, Amelia Island, 904.261.6161. THE SPA AT SAWGRASS The
25,000-square-foot Spa at Sawgrass presents a menu inspired by nature— from organic body treatments and personalized massages to specialized sports programs and age-defying facials. www.sawgrassmarriott.com. Sawgrass Marriott, 1000 PGA Tour Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach, 904.674.4SPA(4772). DEBBIE’S DAY SPA & SALON This
award-winning facility offers an extensive menu of services from skincare services to hair-care services and massage. Signature treatments include body wraps, lava shell massages and pre-natal massages. Manicures and pedicures also available. www.debbiesdayspasalon.com. 403 Anastasia Blvd., 904.825.0569. NORMA SHERRY & CO. SPAThis peace-
ful spa in the funky purple house in St. Augustine has pampering down to a science. The seasoned professionals offer skincare, hair services, facials, Botox, massage and more. The
spa also has a line of custom beauty products. www.normasherry.com. 1103 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd., St. Augustine, 904.436.5883. THE SPA AT PONTE VEDRA INN & CLUB
The AAA Five-Diamond resort spa features his-and-her hot tubs, saunas and steam rooms and a private outdoor pool designed especially for swimmers with Jacuzzis and simulated currents. www.pvspa.com. 302 Ponte Vedra Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach, 888.839.9145. THE RITZCARLTON SPA From extrava-
gent couples experiences to massages, skin care and a full-service salon, this spa delivers the service you’d expect from the Ritz-Carlton. www.ritzcarlton. com. 4750 Amelia Island Parkway, Amelia Island, 904.277.1100.
Specialty Stores & Boutiques CHAMBLIN BOOKMINE Book lovers
come here to get lost on purpose. The labyrinthine shelves seemingly contain all the world’s classics, many for only a few cents or dollars. www.chamblinbookmine.com. 4551 Roosevelt Blvd., Jacksonville, 904.384.1685; 215 N. Laura St., Jacksonville, 904.674.0868. CRAVE BOUTIQUE This sleek boutique
in historic Avondale features hip denim for men and women from nearly 20 designers. Browse among handbags, jewelry, scarves, blouses and dresses. www.craveboutique.com. 3635 St. Johns Ave., Jacksonville, 904.357.3654. DEEP SEARCH RECORDThis funky
vinyl record and book store located in the historic Five Points neighborhood carries a wide selection of rock & roll, punk, jazz, r&b, soul, hip-hop, blues and international music. www. deepsearchrecords.com. 822 Lomax St., 904.423.0969. EDGE CITY Edge City has been selling
leading designers since 1975. The boutique carries threads by Desigual of Barcelona and its own line, Gunnel. There’s also a sunglasses and accessories selection. www.gunnel.com. 1017 Park St., Jacksonville, 904.353.9423. EMMA ROSEThis locally owned bou-
tique specializes in trendy, high-quality women’s clothing, accessories and jewelry. Find the perfect little black dress or an edgy accessory for spring.
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S H O P P I N G + S PA S 3980 S. Third St., Jacksonville Beach, 904.241.1224. EVELYNE TALMANSpecializing in
missy casual, sportswear, and gifts, this high- fashion boutique features unique collections of jewelry, handbags, and shoes in addition to fashion forward clothing. www.evelynetalman.com. 4800 First Coast Highway, Fernandina Beach, 904.491.4878. ROSENBLUM’S CLOTHIERS This luxury
clothing department store has been
outfitting Jacksonville for over 100 years with designs by Theory, Tory Burch, David Meister, Zegna and Canali. www.rosenblumsonline.com. 5500 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, 904.733.8633. 2400 S. Third St., Jacksonville Beach, 904.247.9755. ROSIE TRUE This friendly boutique
carries popular designers such as Alice & Trixie, Hard Tail and Rich and Skinny. The jeans selection gets strong reviews; there’s also swimwear, shoes,
jewelry and other accessories. www. rosietrue.com. 1949 San Marco Blvd., Jacksonville, 904.396.7463. THE SNOB This women’s designer
clothing and accessories consignment shop is a low-cost alternative for women desiring upscale fashion and accessories. All items are authentic and in good quality. Designer lines include Chanel, Gucci, Prada, Louis Vuitton, Moschino and Jean Paul Gaultier. www. thesnob.biz. 1930 San Marco Blvd., Jacksonville, 877.590.7662. 33 STARThis huge Rock & Roll clothing
and accessories boutique features artwork, more than 3,000 concert T-shirts and everyday wear for the club or the stage. www.thirtythreestar.com. 308 Third St. S., 904.853.6385. TROOPS OF TIME Owned and oper-
ated by military historian and avid Civil War re-enactor, the gallery of toy soldiers, military art, authentic documents and photographs is showcased in a renovated home built in 1905. www.troopsoftime.com. 2000 Forbes St., 904.381.6828.
Visitor Services AMELIA ISLAND TDCAn excellent
resource for trip planning with a visitor center and comprehensive website as well as itinerary ideas once you’re in town. www.ameliaisland.com. 102 Centre St., Fernandina Beach., 904.277.0717. ST. AUGUSTINE, PONTE VEDRA AND THE BEACHES VCB Representing
St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra and the Beaches, the St. Johns County Visitor and Convention Bureau provides free travel resources for leisure and business travelers. Stop by the visitor center for maps, brochures and coupons or browse the website for a variety of information, from special events to lodging. www.floridashistoriccoast. com. 29 Old Mission Ave., St. Augustine, 800.653.2489. VISIT JACKSONVILLE AND THE BEACHES Jacksonville is home to
21 miles of unspoiled beaches and a myriad of special events and festivals. Learn about these and other fun activities through Visit Jacksonville and the Beaches at www.visitjacksonville. com. 208 N. Laura St., Jacksonville, 800.733.2668.
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Le Clos
Moxie Kitchen
This local and sustainable restaurant prides itself on serving traditional Southern favorites with healthy, fresh ingredients along with vegetarian cuisine. Closed Tu. www.thefloridianstaug.com. 72 Spanish St., 904.826.0655.
The chef, formerly of the RitzCarlton Paris, serves amazing French Provencal dishes inside a historic, Victorian cottage. M-Sa 5:30 pm. www.leclos.com. 20 S. Second St., Fernandina Beach, 904.261.8100.
James Beard Award nominee Chef Tom Gray serves up playful favorites like chicken and waffles and Dr. Pepper-glazed beef short ribs. Open daily for L, D and Br Su. www.moxiefl.com. 4972 Big Island Drive, 904.998.9744.
Amelia Island
ESPAÑA Experience Spain’s Old
29 SOUTH EATS A foodie favorite set
in a converted house, 29 South Eats serves a scallop appetizer, pork chop on macaroni gratin, and a half-pound wagyu beef-foie gras blended burger. Open for L Tu.-Sa., D M-Sa. and Br on Su. www.29southrestaurant.com. 29 S. Third St., Fernandina Beach, 904.277.7919. CAFE KARIBO Inside a charming his-
toric building downtown, Karibo offers sandwiches and wraps for lunch as well as seafood specialties and Southern comfort food for dinner. A large garden patio under the oak trees is an inviting place for a meal or a pre-dinner cocktail. Open daily. L only on M. www.cafekaribo.com. 27 N. Third St., Fernandina Beach, 904.277.5269.
World cuisine with authentic tapas, homemade sangria and desserts from celebrated family recipes. Open nightly for D. www.espanadowntown.com. 22 S. Fourth St., Fernandina Beach, 904.261.7700. GILBERT’S UNDERGROUND KITCHEN
Celebrity Chef, Kenny Gilbert, who has cooked for Oprah, Samuel L. Jackson and Bravo’s “Top Chef” serves fresh, Southern soul food and barbecue from his Fernandina Beach eatery. Don’t miss the fried organic chicken with house made datil pepper hot sauce and drop biscuits or a slab of gator ribs with a side of collards and cheese grits. www.undergroundkitchen.co. 510 S. Eighth St., Fernandina Beach, 904.310.6374. JOE’S 2ND STREET BISTRO Located in
a restored 1900s home, the islandinspired dining room features a brick fireplace, private dining room and
covered porch. Try the lamb chops with a Southwestern-style rub served over three-bean ragoût with roasted tomatoes and tobacco-fried onions; finish it off with apple bread pudding. L and D. Closed Tu. www.joesbistro.com. 14 S. Second St., Fernandina Beach, 904.321.2558. PALACE SALOON Billed as the oldest
saloon in Florida and outfitted with a pressed-tin ceiling and a 40-foot mahogany bar, the bar once hosted the Carnegies and the Du Ponts. Order the Pirate’s Punch, the “famous” rum drink, and enjoy live entertainment most evenings, ranging from rock ’n’ roll to acoustic. www.thepalacesaloon. com. 117 Centre St., Fernandina Beach, 844.441.2444. SALT Located inside the Ritz-Carlton at
Amelia Island, this elegant space is the longest-running AAA Five Diamond Restaurant in Florida. The menu changes weekly; foodies shouldn’t miss
ALLIGATOR can be found on menus along the First Coast at places like Gilbert’s Underground Kitchen, Clark’s Fish Camp and Aunt Kate’s.
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DINING+NIGHTLIFE the daily “Chef’s Adventure Menu.” An extensive wine list features more than 500 vintages. Open for D, Tu-Su. www. ritzcarlton.com. 4750 Amelia Island Parkway, Amelia Island, 904.277.1100. THE SALTY PELICAN BAR AND GRILL
Served in a fun and relaxed beach bar atmosphere offering diners beautiful sunset views, menu items showcase fresh, local seafood along with juicey burgers, crispy wings, filling salads and savory sandwiches. www.thesaltypelicanamelia.com. 12 N. Front St., 904.277.3811.
Passion for Great Food With Contemporary Italian Flare!
THE SAVORY MARKET Chef Sam
• Traditional Fresh Ingredients • Family Owned & Managed • Homemade Sausage, Pasta & Mozzarella • Extensive Wine List • Patio Dining • Group Functions • Open For Lunch & Dinner 7 Days 225 Village Main Street | Ponte Vedra Beach 904.280.2299 | www.caffeandiamo-pvb.com
Discover a celebration of the senses...
Forbes is passionate about local ingredients, and you can taste the difference in his salads, sandwiches and tacos. Favorites include the Cuban with housemade pulled pork, the salmon BLTA (with avocado) and the Asian chopped salad. Open M-F 9 am-7 pm; Sa 9 am-6 pm. www.thesavorymarket.com. Deer Walk Plaza, 474380 State Road 200 E., Fernandina Beach, 904.432.8551.
Jacksonville ALHAMBRA THEATRE & DINING Enjoy
a great meal while being entertained with high-quality comedies, musicals and classics. Touring Broadway classics and children’s programs are on the schedule throughout the year. www. alhambrajax.com. 12000 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville Beach, 904.641.1212. BISTRO AIX Bistro Aix (pronounced
“X”) features slick black-leather booths, 1940s brick work, velvet drapes and intricate marble globes. Regulars can’t get enough of the creamy onion soup, crispy calamari, house-made potato chips with warm blue cheese, woodfired meats and fish, plus excellent wines. D daily; L M-F. www.bistrox.com. 1440 San Marco Blvd., 904.398.1949. BLACK SHEEP RESTAURANT In
Serving Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Everyday • Thursday is Pasta Night - Freshly prepared to your liking • Fri & Sat is Casa del Asado - Aviles becomes a chophouse • Happy Hour from 4 pm to 11 pm daily Located in the Hilton St Augustine Historic Bayfront
904-829-2277 | www.avilesrestaurantstaugustine.com
Riverside’s historic Five Points you’ll find handcrafted foods made from the freshest local ingredients, like the Black Hog Farm chicken and dumplings with gnocchi; Mayport shrimp and grits; and steak au poivre with brandy cream sauce and hand-cut fries. www. blacksheep5points.com. 1534 Oak St., 904.355.3793. BLACKFINN AMERIPUB Whether
it’s happy hour, dinner or late-night, BlackFinn offers a fun and energetic atmosphere with delicious drinks and
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THE GUIDE creative cuisine to match. L, D. www. blackfinnameripub.com. The Markets at Town Center, 4840 Big Island Drive, 904.345.3466. THE BLIND RABBIT This Southern-style,
American gastropub in Riverside has a rustic feel with exposed brick and exposed pipes. The menu is not your typical pub fare. Choose from Cast Iron Blue Crab Mac-N-Cheese, fried green tomatoes or a Cochon de Lait, while washing it down with a specialty whiskey cocktail or hand-crafted beer. www.theblindrabbitwhiskeybar.com. 901 King St., 904.337.0146. 311 N. Third St., Jacksonville Beach, 904.595.5915.
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Cooked on the grill right before your eyes! Steak • Lobster • Tuna • Salmon Scallops • Shrimp • Chicken Vegetable Combinations
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Tempura Udon • Yaki Udon Chicken Katsu • Tempura Dinner Gyoza • Yakitori • Fried Tofu Bang Bang Chicken & Shrimp Short Ribs
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Rolls • Sashimi Sushi Dinners & Combinations Chef’s Daily Sampler
BRICK RESTAURANT Think of the
food at Brick as your favorite bar food prepared by a gourmet chef. The burgers here are great, as well as the crab cakes, tenderloin carpaccio and, for an appetizer, shrimp and grits. L and D; Su Br. www.brickofavondale.com. 3585 St. Johns Ave., 904.387.0606.
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BURRITO GALLERY You’ll of course find
burritos on the menu, but also other Mexican fare, including tacos and quesadillas. At the Adams location, take in the local artwork hung on the walls or head to the secluded garden bar for a drink and a nice view. www. burritogallery.com. 21 E. Adams St., Downtown, 904.598.2922; 90 Riverside Ave., 904.355.4889; 300 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville Beach, 904.242.8226.
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CHOMP CHOMP This hole-in-the-wall
sandwich place is a favorite among locals, whether for lunch, dinner or latenight. 106 E. Adams St., 904.762.4667. DOS GATOS The perfect place for be-
fore- or after-drinks for Florida Theatre events, but it also rocks on its own, thanks to DJs most nights. Enjoy classic cocktails or signature drinks such as the Redneck Fizz, a blend of Jim Beam, fresh lemon, orange bitters and red
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DINING+NIGHTLIFE wine. Open nightly; no food served. www.dosgatosjax.com. 123 E. Forsyth St., 904.354.0666. FLASK AND CANNON Flask and Can-
non serves beautifully hand-crafted beach drinks exploring variations on classic rum cocktails in a laid-back environment. www.flaskandcannon.com. 528 First St. N., Jacksonville Beach, 904.553.2723. FOX RESTAURANT This is where the
locals come for breakfast on the weekends. If you don’t get there first thing, prepare to wait in line. The cheese grits and biscuits with sausage gravy are a hit. 3580 St. Johns Ave., Riverside, 904.387.2669. HOB NOBSituated in hip Brooklyn
neighborhood of Downton Jacksonville, the full-service, chef-driven eatery sports a seasonally inspired menu and innovative bar program. L, D (Tu-Fri), Br (Sa-Su). www.hobnobjax.com. 220 Riverside Ave., Jacksonville, 904.513.4272. HOPTINGER BIER GARDEN & SAUSAGE HOUSEA modern “Baverican”
bier garden with a huge selection of revolving taps, elevated pub food and craft cocktails. www.hoptinger.com. 333 First St. N., Jacksonville Beach, 904.222.0796.; 200 Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine, 904.217.8100. INDOCHINE Upstairs from local
Lunch & Dinner 7 Days a Week Fresh Local Seafood Beautiful Sunsets Happy Hour Specials Mon.-Fri.
612 Euclid Avenue - North Beach St. Augustine 904-829-1105 www.aunt-kates.com
institution Burrito Gallery, this Thai spot has quickly become a favorite for its renditions of classic dishes like phad thai, tom yum soup and panang curry. www.indochinejax.com. 21 E. Adams St., 904.598.5303. INTUITION ALE WORKS Beer fans give
this craft brewery spot a big thumbs up. Try the flagship People’s Pale Ale or the Jon Boat Coastal Ale and I-10 IPA. www.intuitionaleworks.com. 929 E. Bay St., 904.683.7720. JULINGTON CREEK FISH CAMPThis
is where the locals go for seafood. Located off the scenic St. Johns River is this fish camp, where the freshest seafood is served in a rustic atmosphere. You’ll also enjoy specialties like pimento cheese, fried artichoke hearts, fish and grits, po’ boys, seared yellow-fin tuna and more. www.julingtoncreekfishcamp.com. 12760 San Jose Blvd., 904.886.2267.
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THE GUIDE LOLA’S BURRITO & BURGER JOINT
Another popular spot on King Street, Lola’s is all about the fun with dishes like Mexican Street Corn, Yucky Yucca Fries and the Elvis Jail House Rock burger. www.lolasburritojoint.com. 1522 King St., 904.738.7181. M SHACK A casual, modern-day burger
shack specializing in all-American fare: hot dogs, burgers, fries, shakes and more. www.mshackburgers.com. 299 Atlantic Blvd., Jacksonville Beach, 904.241.2599. MAPLE STREET BISCUIT COMPANY En-
joy a homemade breakfast and lunch M-Sa and dinner on weekends at this cozy, Southern diner that’s far from ordinary. Try the Loaded Goat with fried chicken and fried goat cheese medallions on a fluffy biscuit or the coffee, which is locally roasted. www. maplestreetbiscuits.com. 410 N. Third St., Jacksonville Beach, 904.853.5688; 2004 San Marco Blvd., 904.398.1004. MARKER 32 Award-winning cuisine
is served against panoramic views of the harbor and marshlands. The menu offers local, fresh seafood along with beef, seasonal fare and homemade breads, pastas and desserts, which are created on site. www.marker32.com. 14549 Beach Blvd., 904.223.1534. MATTHEW’S Chef Matthew Medure
mingles Middle Eastern, Asian, Mediterranean and Deep South flavors at this highly acclaimed restaurant in San Marco. Splurge on the chef’s tasting menu with three or five courses while enjoying impeccable service. AAA Four Diamond winner. D nightly. www.matthewsrestaurant.com. 2107 Hendricks Ave., 904.512.0915. METRO The GLBT crowd fills this bar
and its six themed rooms. There’s a dance floor with raging dance music, a piano bar, a game room and more. www.metrojax.com. 859 Willow Branch Ave., 904.388.8719. METRO DINER In service since 1938 and
featured on the show “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.” Open daily for B and L. www.metrodiner.com. 3302 Hendricks Ave., 904.438.3321. MEZZA LUNA This neighborhood res-
taurant serves a wide range of gourmet cuisine, fresh seafood and cocktails to patrons in the formal dining room, the patio or in the bar. Children can make their own pizzas nightly. Complimenta-
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MOJO KITCHEN With locations in Jax
Beach, Avondale and St. Augustine, you’re sure to get some great barbecue while you’re in town. www.mojobbq. com. 1500 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville Beach, 904.247.6636; 5 Cordova St., St. Augustine; 3572 St. Johns Ave., 904.381.6670. MOSSFIRE GRILL Drew and Scooter
Cavins brought their passion for Southwestern food from Denver to historic Riverside. The menu blends New American and Southwestern flavors in homemade salsas, fresh yellowfin tacos, smoked pork enchiladas, homemade crab cakes with chipotlelime mayo and daily fish specials. www.mossfire.com. 1537 Margaret St., 904.355.4434.
BARBECUE
Get it: Mojo Kitchen, Gilbert’s Underground Kitchen
THE DATIL PEPPER
OCEAN 60 Named one of the best res-
taurants in the area, Ocean’s 60 offers fresh seafood selections like scallops, soft-shell crab or blue-crab crusted flounder. Sit in the main dining room or have a cocktail in the ever-popular and lively martini bar. www.ocean60.com. 60 Ocean Blvd., 904.247.0060.
Get it: Michael’s Tasting Room, Hot Shot Bakery
RESTAURANT ORSAY This contem-
porary French bistro resectly earned a James Beard nomination for its house-made charcuterie, a raw bar that features oysters from both coasts and the Gulf, appetizers such as escargot and foie gras, and main entrées like Prince Edward Island mussel frites, Norwegian salmon, lobster pot pie and boeuf bourguignon. Open for D, Tu-Sa with Br on Su. www.restaurantorsay.com. 3630 Park St., Avondale, 904.381.0909. RIVER CITY BREWING COMPANY This
restaurant and microbrewery has dramatic waterfront and skyline views from its enormous covered deck and features a menu full of New American and Louisiana. www.rivercitybrew.com.
The sweet heat of the Minorcan pepper was so good that early Spanish settlers brought seeds with them to plant in St. Augustine. The tradition continues today as restaurants pack their dishes with the irresistible flavor. MAYPORT SHRIMP
OLIO Featured on the Travel Channel,
breakfast and lunch are prepared daily with the freshest ingredients. Come in early for the French toast or Egg Monte Cristo or order the duck grilled cheese and seafood bisque for lunch. Beer and wine available. www.oliomarket.com. 301 E. Bay St., 904.356.7100.
North Florida is ironically the most culturally Southern region in the state, and that means barbecue reigns supreme. First Coast eateries assure you’ll be eating high on the hog.
Get it: Black Sheep, Singleton’s, Palm Valley Fish Camp
The birthplace of the American shrimping industry is right here in Mayport. You’ll find shrimp boiled, battered, fried and sauteed on menus around the area. Or get some to cook yourself straight from Safe Harbor Seafood Market. ST. AUGUSTINE GIN
Get it: The Ice Plant Bar, St. Augustine Distillery, Odd Birds
The St. Augustine Distillery has been raking in the awards ever since opening a few years ago. You can tour the distillery in St. Augustine and purchase the gin, rum and vodka from the gift shop or order craft cocktails at high-end bars and restaurants around the area.
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DINING+NIGHTLIFE Southbank Riverwalk, 835 Museum Circle, 904.398.2299. SALT LIFE FOOD SHACK Get a taste
of the widely-known Salt Life lifestyle with seafood choices like a fresh-tuna “poke bowl,” fresh specials, a raw bar and a sushi bar. There’s also a Backyard Beer Can Chicken, made with PBR, or a Backyard Burger. Open for L and D daily. www.saltlifefoodshack.com. 1018 N. Third St., Jacksonville Beach, 904.372.4456; 321 A1A Beach Blvd., 904.217.3256.
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SEVEN BRIDGESServing a variety
of fresh seafood, steaks, chicken, salads and pizza, the restaurant features a working brewery, bar, billiards and a heated outdoor patio. www.7bridgesgrille.com. 9735 Gate Parkway N., 904.997.1999. SIDECAR JAXAn urban beer garden
and cocktail bar in the heart of San Marco. www.facebook.com/sidecarjax. 1406 Hendricks Ave., 904.527.8990. SINGLETON’S SEAFOOD SHACK This
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rustic fish camp has been serving every imaginable kind of fresh-off-the-boat seafood since 1969. Fried standbys including conch fritters, shrimp, clam strips and oysters; other seafood good bets include blackened mahi mahi, Cajun shrimp and oyster po’ boy sandwiches. 4728 Ocean St., Mayport, 904.246.4442. TACOLU BAJA MEXICANA Fresh-made
tacos, guacamole, quesadillas and salads are the focus of this casual spot just blocks from the beach. Open daily for L, D. www.tacolu.com. 1712 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville Beach, 904.249.8226. TAVERNA RESTAURANT Serving sea-
sonal cuisine, heavily influenced by Italy and Spain, and offering a serious list of craft beers and terroir-driven wines, Taverna is locally owned by a husband and wife team. Located in the heart of historic San Marco Square. Open daily for L, D. www.tavernasanmarco.com. 1986 San Marco Blvd., 904.398.3005. TERRA GAUCHA BRAZILIAN STEAK HOUSE Following the “Churrasco”
traditional open-flame grilling with wood charcoal to roast succulent beef, lamb, poultry and pork, this Brazilian steakhouse pampers guests with grilled meats hand-carved tableside and a gourmet salad and sides bar. www.terragauchasteakhouse.com. 4483 Southside Blvd., 904.551.5920.
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again on the rise, and this is the place to be in Jacksonville’s Riverside. Toast to the throw-back of Mason Jar cocktails and a fine bourbon selection. www.rouguejax.com. 927 King St., 904.551.1350.
Award winning Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar • Exceptional sushi • Habachi style steak, seafood and fresh vegetables • Full Bar • Outdoor Patio
V PIZZA Bringing true Napoletana
pizza to Jacksonville, authentic Italian pies are hand-crafted using imported dry aged Italian meats, San Marzano tomatoes, Buffalo mozzarella and 00 flour imported directly from Italy. www.vpizza.com. 1406 Hendricks Ave., 904.527.1511; 528 First St. N., Jacksonville Beach, 904.853.6633; 12601 San Jose Blvd., 904.647.9424. WASABI JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE & SUSHI BAR Wasabi offers fresh nigiri
and sashimi rolls along with hot items served right off the hibachi grill. All entrées come with a flaming-shrimp appetizer, soup, salad, fried rice and Japanese vegetables. Open daily for L and D. www.wasabi-steakhouse.com. 10206 River Coast Drive, 904.997.6528. WHITEY’S FISH CAMP Founded in 1963,
this spot is out of your way, but you’ll be rewarded by a truly local experience with some of the best seafood in the area. www.whiteysfishcamp.com. 2032 County Road 220, Fleming Island, 904.269.4198.
Conveniently located in the St. Johns Town Center
10206 River Coast Dr. • Jacksonville, FL 32246 • 904.997.6528
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Ponte Vedra Beach CAFFE ANDIAMO Join the Recuptio
family for traditional Italian cuisine with a continental flair. The menu is chock full of fresh seafood, veal, chicken, steak and pasta; highlights include pollo Paisano, with roasted chicken Italian sausage, mushrooms, olives and pepperoncini in balsamic vinegar sauce, or handmade pizza from the copper-covered wood-burning oven. L and D. www.caffeandiamo-pvb.com. 500 Sawgrass Village Drive, Ponte Vedra Beach, 904.280.2299. PALM VALLEY FISH CAMPSit back and
relax on the Intracoastal Waterway and get ready for a seafood feast. Order simply with the raw oysters or local, peel ‘n’ eat shrimp or dine adventurously with the fried gator tail with made with the local datil pepper aioli. You can’t go wrong, either way. www. palmvalleyfishcamp.com. 299 Roscoe Blvd. N., 904.285.3200.
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DINING+NIGHTLIFE RESTAURANT MEDURE This chic,
chef-owned eatery offers an everchanging menu with an emphasis on seafood and game. Good bets include diver scallops on sweet corn grits, and peppered tuna sashimi with snow pea salad. The wine list features more than 400 selections, and the Sunday brunch is fantastic. Live jazz on F and Sa. www. restaurantmedure.us. 818 N. Highway A1A, Ponte Vedra Beach, 904.574.4229.
St. Augustine A1A ALE WORKS One of the city’s most
popular watering holes is located in a two-story Victorian-style building on the waterfront opposite the Bridge of Lions. The downstairs bar offers nightly entertainment and house-made brew while the kitchen turns out dishes incorporating Cuban, Caribbean and Latino flavors. L&D (daily). www.a1aaleworks.com. 1 King St., 904.829.2977. AUNT KATE’S Picturesque setting
among live oaks and a dock on the Tolomato River make for great family dining, Floridian- and Southern-style: steamed oysters, peel ‘n’ eat shrimp, fish tacos, fried gator tail, lowcountry boil, catfish fingers and blackened chicken. Pasta, steak and sandwiches also served. L and D (daily). www. aunt-kates.com. 612 Euclid Ave., 904.829.1105. AVILÉS RESTAURANT In the his-
toric St. Augustine Hilton, this inviting restaurant and lounge offers a variety of globally influenced plates ranging from New Zealand mussels to hoisin filet. B, L, D. www.hiltonhistoricstaugustine.net. 32 Avenieda Menendez, 904.829.2277. BEACHES ON VILANO Enjoy dining
indoors or outside at this charming restaurant on the beach next to the Vilano Pier and the Inlet Marina. Fresh seafood is the highlight, but the menu also features steaks, chicken, pasta dishes and burgers. Live music. www. beachesatvilano.com. 254 Vilano Road, 904.829.0589. BULL & CROWN PUBLICK HOUSE
Harken back to the days of Colonial British rule via a period-inspired menu. Enjoy a drink at the impressive bar or dine outdoors on pedestrian-friendly St. George. Weekday happy hour and live music on weekends. Su-Th, 11 am-11 pm; F-Sa, 11 am-midnight. www.
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THE GUIDE bullandcrown.com. 53 St. George St., 904.342.2869. THE BUNNERY BAKERY & CAFE This
European-style bakery in the heart of the historic district is a lovely spot for breakfast, a pastry and cappuccino, or even a full meal with selections such as soups, salads, burgers and sandwiches. B, L, D daily. www.bunnerybakeryandcafe.com. 121 St. George St., 904.829.6166. CAFÉ ELEVEN A fun little cafe offering
B, L and D daily. There are one or two live shows per week and a fine selection of imported bottled beer. www. originalcafe11.com. 501 A1A Beach Blvd., 904.460.9311. CAP’S ON THE WATER Offering a raw
bar and new coastal cuisine on the waterfront. Enjoy a stilton salad, filet mignon, crab cakes, sea bass, fried shrimp and other fresh local seafood. Past recipient of Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence. D nightly with L on weekends. www.capsonthewater. com. 4325 Myrtle St., 904.824.8794. CATCH 27This chef-driven restaurant
has earned a loyal following among visitors and locals. Fish, shrimp and clams are caught in Florida waters, delivered daily and cooked from scratch with local produce and seasonal ingredients. Open daily for L and D. www. catchtwentyseven.com. 40 Charlotte St., 904.217.3542. CELLAR 6At this popular eatery on the
charming Aviles Street you can order starters like the Aviles ahi tuna or cellar bruschetta or dig in to a full portion of shrimp and grits or jerk-seared pork tenderloin. Open daily for D. Live music. www.cellar6staugustine.com. 6 Aviles St., 904.827.9055. COLLAGE This intimate dining spot
has a global menu with signature French dishes. The menu features fresh seafood, USDA Choice steaks and such specialties as chicken cordon bleu, Veal Orleans and rack of lamb. D (daily). www.collagestaug.com. 60 Hypolita St., 904.829.0055. COLUMBIA RESTAURANT The décor
and the menu are traditional and colorful. Choose from various paellas, tapas and seafood specialties such as snapper alicante. L and D (daily). www. columbiarestaurant.com. 98 St. George St., 904.824.3341.
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with a tropical drink as you watch the boats in the marina. Live music. L, D daily; B weekends. www.conch-house. com. 57 Comares Ave., 904.829.8646.
sunny climates. Try the lobster ravioli, veal osso buco, grilled lamb chops or the seafood catch of the day. L, D TuSu. www.lapentolarestaurant.com. 58 Charlotte St., 904.824.3282.
COSTA BRAVA Inside the beautiful Casa
MEEHAN’S IRISH PUB An Irish pub and
Monica Hotel, a AAA Four-Diamond Award recipient, this restaurant offers a fusion of Mediterranean dishes, plus a chance to admire the Moorish-revival architecture. Sunday brunch offers an omelet station, seafood and shellfish, a large salad bar, desserts, Bloody Marys and mimosas. B, L and D daily. www. casamonica.com/dining/restaurant. 95 Cordova St., 904.810.6810. GYPSY CAB CO. Ned Pollack’s high-
energy establishment is one of St. Augustine’s most interesting culinary experiences. The menu changes daily; the black bean soup is a constant winner. If it’s available, try the veal with bacon-horseradish cream or the grouper in a tomato-basil sauce. L and D. www.gypsycab.com. 828 Anastasia Blvd., 904.824.8244. HENLEY’S STEAK AND SEAFOODThe
latest offering from J.P. Henley’s, now with a popular bayfront pub and an upscale seafood and steakhouse on St. George Street in the the heart of the tourism corridor. www.jphenleys.com. 100 St. George St., 904.829.6770. ICE PLANT BAR Bringing St. Augustine
hand-crafted cocktails and artisan, farm-to-table cuisine. Sip a cocktail made with fresh, house-pressed juices and a wide assortment of bitters and specially developed syrups made with local distilled vodka. Attention is paid to the smallest of details with three different kinds of ice, including a nod to the building’s original use as an ice plant. Grass-fed beef and burgers, local seafood and vegetarian options and daily specials are offered for lunch and dinner daily. www.iceplantbar.com. 110 Riberia St., 904.829.6553. J.P. HENLEY’S This neighborhood pub
overlooks the bayfront and serves a wide selection of custom beer and wine from around the world. Menu options include hot sandwiches, salads and cheese boards. L, D. www.jphenleys.com. 10 Marine St., 904.829.3337. LA PENTOLA Intimate restaurant with
Mediterranean influences. Chef Jorge Talavera, who hails from Guadalajara, gets his inspiration from regions with
seafood house on the waterfront. In addition to traditional Irish pub fare (shepherd’s pie, bangers and mash), you’ll find local seafood specialties and burgers. Live entertainment F, Sa. www. meehansirishpub.com. 20 Avenida Menendez, 904.810.1923. MICHAEL’S TASTING ROOM Enjoy live
music, award-winning food and wine, and indoor or outdoor dining with the taste of contemporary Barcelona. L, D Tu-Sa. Closed Su, D only M. www.tastetapas.com. 25 Cuna St., 904.810.2400. MILL TOP TAVERN A St. Augustine
institution, this 130-year-old tavern is housed in a mill building (the wheel is still outside). Enjoy live music every day from 1 pm to 1 am. www.milltop.com. 19 1/2 St. George St., 904.829.2329. O.C. WHITE’S SEAFOOD & SPIRITS O-
rder a fresh seafood plate—perhaps crab legs or broiled grouper St. Augustine—and enjoy the marina view from an outdoor table. L and D daily. Live music nightly. www.ocwhitesrestaurant.com. 118 Avenida Menendez, 904.824.0808. ODD BIRDSA pop-up, craft-cocktail
bar where the rule is oddness in a relaxed environment where local, talented bartenders showcase their skills, paired with an ever-changing menu. 33 Charlotte St. PURPLE OLIVE Enjoy the seafood
bisque, sesame-seared scallops, citrusmarinated pork loin and a house-made dessert, all in a casual, artful atmosphere. Open Tu-Sa. www.purple-olive. com. 4255 A1A South, 904.461.1250. RAINTREE Located in a romantic
Victorian house not far from the historic district, this destination restaurant serves specialties like beef Wellington, rack of New Zealand lamb and cashewencrusted pork tenderloin. You’ll be tempted by the crepes, crème brûlée and a list of 300 vintages. D daily and Br Su. www.raintreerestaurant.com. 102 San Marco Ave., 904.824.7211.
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REAL. GOOD. EVERYDAY.
historic building downtown, offering a lunch and dinner menu plus lively entertainment nightly. Beware of the “ghost bar.” www.scarlettoharas.net. 70 Hypolita St., 904.824.6535. TABERNA DEL CABALLO Step into
Spanish-era St. Augustine at this delightful, open-air eatery. Tapas and sangria highlight a period-inspired menu that matches the 18th-century structure and décor. Enjoy live music and happy hour specials. Su-Th, 11 am-11 pm; F-Sa, 11 am-midnight. www. tabernadelcaballo.com. Colonial Quarter, 37 St. George St., 904.342.2867. THE CELLAR UPSTAIRS WINE & JAZZ BAR Enjoy live jazz and blues while
overlooking the San Sebastian River and St. Augustine skyline. The cellar offers a fine selection of San Sebastian wines, imported beers and gourmet appetizers. Open F, Sa, Su. www. sansebastianwinery.com. 157 King St., 904.826.1594.
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front dining serving citrus salmon, slow-roasted prime rib and jumbo seared scallops with ginger glaze. Finish things off with the Key lime pie. L and D daily, Br on Su. www.thereefstaugustine.com. 4100 Coastal Highway (A1A), 904.824.8008. TRADE WINDS TROPICAL LOUNGE In
operation since the 1940s, Trade Winds calls itself “The Oldest Lounge in the Oldest City.” Country and rock acts hit the legendary stage most nights of the week. No food is served. www. tradewindslounge.com. 124 Charlotte St., 904.829.9336. WORLD FAMOUS OASIS DECK AND RESTAURANT This spacious family
Waterfront Dining Micro Brewery
Bar and Lounge | Outside Deck Private Banquet Room
restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A full bar is upstairs, featuring live music nightly. Open daily. www. worldfamousoasis.com. 4000 Route A1A South. YAMATOAt this Japanese steakhouse,
chefs prepare entrees at the tableside hibachi grill. Or, choose from an extensive sushi menu or specialties like teriyaki, tempura and teppanyaki. Open daily for D and L on weekends. www.yamatostaug.com. 601 Tingle Court, 904.819.0202.
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THE GUIDE
Flagler College Tours
Jacksonville Landing
Amelia’s Wheels
Highlighting the architectural heritage of the former Hotel Ponce de Leon, built by Henry M. Flagler in 1887. Learn about this bygone era filled with elegance and beauty. legacy.flagler.edu. 74 King St., 904.819.6400.
This outdoor complex on the river features more than a dozen restaurants, bars and shopping and is a popular spot for live music, festivals and special events. 2 W. Independent Drive, 904.353.1188, www.jacksonvillelanding.com.
Have your own adventure by renting bicycles for the entire family, a golf cart for the day or taking a segway tour to get around the property and explore the island. www.aipfl.com. 48 Amelia Village Circle, 904.261.6161.
Amelia Island
FORT CLINCH STATE PARK Watch pe-
AMELIA ISLAND LIGHTHOUSEThe
Amelia Island Lighthouse is the oldest lighthouse in Florida, dating back to 1838. www.fbfl.us. 2500 Atlantic Ave., Fernandina Beach, 904.310.3358. AMELIA ISLAND MUSEUM OF HISTO RY Housed in the old Nassau County
jail, the museum covers history from the Timucuan Indians through its occupation under eight flags with exhibits, interactive children’s areas and ghost tours. M-Sa 10am-4pm; Su 1-4pm. www.ameliamuseum.org. 233 S. Third St., Fernandina Beach, 904.261.7378. AMELIA ISLAND STATE PARK The
park’s 200 acres cover beaches, forests and salt marches ideal for fishing, riding horses, kayaking or walking along the shore. 8am-sundown; $2. www.floridastateparks.org. 7500 First Coast Highway, Fernandina Beach, 904.251.2320.
riod re-enactors at the fort or just relax on the beach. Stay overnight at the campground, fish from the pier or take advantage of the six-mile trail, perfect for hiking, biking or exploring. Admission $8/vehicle and $2 additional per person for the fort. Park open 8 amsundown, Fort 9 am-5 pm, daily. www. floridastateparks.org. 2601 Atlantic Ave., Fernandina Beach, 904.277.7274.
Tours AMELIA ISLAND DOWNTOWN TASTING TOURS Meet in downtown Amelia
Island for a tour of some of the best restaurants and bars in the area. Choose from Booze and Bites or Mixology Tours. www.ameliaislanddowntowntastingtours.com. AMELIA ISLAND HORSEBACK RID ING Ride on the beach and even
into the Atlantic Ocean during their one-hour tour. Children 6+. www.ame-
liahorsebackriding.com. Peters Point Beachfront Park, 1974 S. Fletcher Ave., Fernandina Beach, 904.753.1701. AMELIA RIVER CRUISES Several tours
depart daily from Fernandina Harbor Marina including Cumberland Island, family sunset cruises, adult BYOB cruises and eco-tours. Prices range from $16-$22 for children and $22-$28 for adults. www.ameliarivercruises. com. 1 S. Front St., Fernandina Beach, 904.261.9972. BACKWATER ADVENTURETour the
area on a fun and unique Craigcat. See Fort Clinch, the wild horses of Cumberland Island, dolphins and more. www. backwateradventure.com. 10 Centre St., Amelia Island, 904.753.7631. KAYAK AMELIA Rent your own or join a
tour to explore the area’s breathtaking salt marshes and learn about native animals and local history. $60 adults and $55 children. www.kayakamelia.com. 13030 Heckscher Drive, 904.251.0016.
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few outfitters in the country offering horseback rides from the barn to the beach. Located at Amelia Island State Park with five, one-hour beach rides offered daily. www.kellyranchinc.net. Call for directions, 904.491.5166.
Golf FERNANDINA BEACH MUNICIPAL GOLF CLUB A favorite with locals, the club
launch. Open 8 am- sunset daily. www. floridastateparks.org. 12157 Heckscher Drive, 904.251.2320. CUMMER MUSEUM OF ART AND GAR DENS On the grounds of a private
Tudor mansion on the St. Johns River, the museum holds a permanent collection with works dating back to 2000 B.C. and also American Impressionist paintings, 18th-century porcelain and Japanese woodblock prints. www.cum-
mermuseum.org. 829 Riverside Ave., 904.356.6857. JACKSONVILLE ZOO AND GARDENS
Main exhibits include tigers, giraffes, lions, rhinos, elephants, antelopes and cheetahs, while the Wild Florida area presents local species like black bears, red wolves, Florida panthers and alligators. Admission from $17.95 with discounts for children and seniors. M-F 9 am-5 pm; Sa-Su 9 am-6 pm. www.
offers 27 holes of golf with each nine measuring more than 3,000 yards from the championship tees. Par: 72; yardage, 5,308-6,803. www.fernandinabeachgolfclub.com. 2800 Bill Melton Road, 904.310.3175. THE OMNI AMELIA ISLAND PLANTA TION Long Point Course Par: 72;
yardage, 4,927-6,775. Designer: Tom Fazio. Oak Marsh Course Par: 72; yardage, 4,983-6,580. Designers: Pete Dye and Bobby Weed. Ocean Links Course Par: 70; yardage, 4,341-6,108. Designers: Pete Dye and Bobby Weed. www. aipfl.com. 4700 Amelia Island Parkway, 888.261.6161.
Jacksonville ADVENTURE LANDING & SHIPWRECK ISLAND A child’s dream with batting
cages, rides, miniature golf and an arcade. There’s also a water park with three slides and a wave pool at the Jacksonville Beach park. www.adventurelanding.com. 1944 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville Beach, 904.246.4386; 4825 Blanding Blvd., Jacksonville, 904.771.2804; 2780 State Road 16, St. Augustine, 904.827.9400. BESTBET POKER ROOM Florida’s larg-
est poker room features 70 tables and spreads all poker games at all limits. The beautiful High Limit Room is ready for action with award-winning dealers and floor staff. Open M-F 10 am - 4 am and weekends 24/7. www.jaxpokerroom.com. 201 Monument Road, 904.646.0002; 455 Park Ave., Orange Park, 904.646.0002. BIG TALBOT ISLAND STATE PARK Big
Talbot and Little Talbot islands make up the Talbot Island State Park chain of undeveloped barrier islands along the Atlantic coast. Camping, picnic areas, guided tours, boating, miles of hiking trails, bird watching and kayaking are all available. Admission $3 per vehicle; $2 for fishing pier and $4 for boat
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FLORIDA’S
FIRST & FINEST
Luxury HOTEL
jacksonvillezoo.org. 370 Zoo Parkway, 904.757.4463. KINGSLEY PLANTATION The remains
of this 19th-century plantation include a well-preserved, two-story clapboard house, a kitchen house, a barn/carriage house and remnants of 23 slave cabins built with oyster shells and sand. Free admission. Weekend home tours 11 am and 3 pm. www.nps.gov/timu. 11676 Palmetto Ave., 904.251.3537. LITTLE TALBOT ISLAND STATE PARK
Find collectable Florida shells along five miles of beach. Amenities include campsites, walking trails, a playground, showers, a ranger station and ranger-led programs. Go surfing or take the family on a guided tour with Kayak Amelia. 8 am to sunset daily. $5 per vehicle, up to eight people. www. floridastateparks.org. 12157 Heckscher Drive, Little Talbot Island, 904.251.2320. MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART JACKSONVILLE Located in the hip
NOW HOME TO FLAGLER COLLEGE STEP INSIDE AND STEP BACK IN TIME. Tours Daily | 904-819-6400 | www.legacy.flagler.com
downtown area of Hemming Park, MOCA has five changing galleries featuring contemporary artists as well as a permanent collection. Admission $8 for adults, $5 children, seniors and students. Open Tu-Sa 11 am- 5 pm; Th 11 am- 9 pm; Su noon-5 pm. mocajacksonville.unf.edu. 333 N. Laura St., Jacksonville, 904.366.6911. MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND HIS TORY Museum highlights include
an Allosaurus dinosaur skeleton, live animal shows, daily science programs, KidSpace, planetarium and traveling exhibits. Admission $12.50 with discounts for students, seniors, military and children. Open M-Th 10 am-5 pm; F 10 am-8 pm; Sa 10 am-6 pm; Su noon-5 pm. www.themosh. org. 1025 Museum Circle, Jacksonville, 904.396.6674. RITZ THEATRE AND LAVILLA MUSEUM
Known as the “Harlem of the South,” LaVilla was the center of cultural life from 1921 to 1971. Performers would play the Ritz before heading north to the Apollo Theater. Today, the theater showcases art, music, drama, poetry and African-American history in a variety of special events and live shows. The adjoining museum is open Tu-F 10 am-4 pm; Sa 10 am-2 pm with $8 admission for adults and $5 for students and seniors. www.ritzlavilla.org. 829 N. Davis St., 904.632.5555.
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view of the beautiful St. Johns River. The 1/4-mile wooden boardwalk is used by joggers, tourists and locals. Friendship Fountain is the nation’s largest self-contained fountain and is illuminated by 265 colorful lights. Also on site are military memorials and the Museum of Science and History. www.downtownjacksonville.org. 1001 Museum Circle. TIMUCUAN NATIONAL PARK Named
after the Timucuan Indians who inhabited Florida 1,000 years before European settlers arrived, this 46,000acre preserve provides visitors the opportunity to explore untouched wilderness, historic buildings and informational exhibits on the region’s natural history. Free admission. Open daily. www.nps.gov/timu. 12713 Fort Caroline Road, 904.641.7155.
St. Augustine ANASTASIA STATE PARK Discover
shaded picnic areas, campsites and nature trails and can enjoy windsurfing, sailing, canoeing and saltwater fishing. 8 am-sunset, daily. $8/vehicle, $4/single-occupant vehicle and $2 pedestrians/cyclists. www.floridastateparks.org. 300 Anastasia Park Road, 904.461.2033. CASTILLO DE SAN MARCOS NATIONAL MONUMENT The fort is the oldest
and largest stone fort in the continental United States, built by the Spanish during 1672-1695 with blocks of coquina. $10 ages 16 and up. Demonstrations held F, Sa, Su. Open daily from 8:45 am to 5 pm. Closed Christmas and Thanksgiving day. www.nps.gov/casa. 1 S. Castillo Drive, 904.829.6506. COLONIAL QUARTER Step back in
time with this living history compound, depicting how residents lived from the 16th through 18th centuries. Admis-
Tours/Cruises BUDWEISER BREWERY TOUR The
Jacksonville location is just one of six breweries in the country. Find out how the King of Beers is made during one of several daily tours or even enroll in beer school. Self-guided tours are free, and guided tours start at $10. Open 10 am - 4 pm (Closed W) Sept-May. www. budweisertours.com. 111 Busch Drive, 904.751.0700. JACKSONVILLE SURF AND PADDLE
Tours, rentals and programs are available for anyone who wants to ride a board on the water for fun or as part of a workout program. Surf and stand up paddleboarding workshops, camps and retreats are also offered. jacksonvillesurfandpaddle.com. 222 First St., Neptune Beach, 904.435.7873. JAX ALE TRAILJoin Visit Jacksonville
on a fun tour to experience the growing craft brewery scene. Pick up a Jax Ale Trail passport or hop on one of the local tours to visit all eight stops. www. visitjacksonville.com/jax-ale-trail. VICTORY CASINO CRUISES Head out
into international waters where you can play slots, craps, roulette and poker games. The ship features restaurants and bars along with live shows, themed nights and special entertainment. Cruises depart at 11 am and 7 pm M-Sa and noon and 7 pm on Su. Boarding $13. www.victorycasinocruises.com. 4378 Ocean St., 855.468.4286.
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M U S E U M S + AT T R A C T I O N S sion for children 5-12 $6,99; adults $12.99. Open daily 10 am-5 pm. www. colonialquarter.com. 33 St. George St., 904.342.2857. FORT MOSE HISTORIC STATE PARK The
first free African-American settlement to exist in the United States. Enjoy hiking or taking a ranger-guided tour at this 40-acre waterfront site. Open daily 9 am-5 pm. Grounds are free; $2 admission to visitor center. www.floridastate-
parks.org/fortmose. 15 Fort Mose Trail, 904.823.2232. FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH Legend has
it that it was here, on the site of the ancient Indian village of Seloy, that in 1513, Ponce de Leon arrived here in search of magical waters that could preserve youth. In 1565, Pedro Menendez founded St. Augustine here. Now more than 450 years later, you can still visit the scenic park and drink from the famous fountain. Admission $9/
children and $15/adult; Hours 9 am-5 pm daily. www.foyfl.com. 11 Magnolia Ave., 904.829.3168 or 800.356.8222. GTM RESEARCH RESERVEWalk the
boardwalks to sight nesting bald eagles or rent a kayak with Ripple Effect to get close to dolphins and manatees. Park admission from $2. www.gtmnerr. org. 505 Guana River Road, Ponte Vedra Beach, 904.823.4500. LIGHTNER MUSEUMThe former Alca-
zar Hotel constructed in the late 1880s is part of railroad baron Henry Flagler’s legacy of grand Florida resorts. The property now serves as a museum of Victorian memorabilia such as stainedglass art by Louis Comfort Tiffany, paintings, sculpture, toys, porcelain and furniture. www.lightnermuseum. org. 75 King St., 904.824.2874. MARINELAND Swim with dolphins
while learning about their anatomy, behavior and the challenges they face in the wild. www.marineland.net. 9600 Oceanshore Blvd., 904.471.1111. MISSION NOMBRE DE DIOS The
walking tour of the Mission grounds includes the Mission plaque, Father Lopez statue, Our Lady of La Leche Shrine and many more historical markers. Free admission. www.missionandshrine.org. 27 Ocean Ave., 904.824.2809. OLDEST WOODEN SCHOOL HOUSE IN THE UNITED STATES The automated
St. Augustine’s ORIGINAL Culinary Tours Savory Faire Food & Wine Tour • Special Events The St. Augustine Pub Crawl • Private Group Tours Corporate Outings • Weddings • Parties & More!
professor and students dressed in period clothing relate the school’s history, explain the barter system, subjects studied and use of the dunce cap. Open daily. www.oldestwoodenschoolhouse.com. 14 St. George St., 904.824.0192. POTTER’S WAX MUSEUMSee more
than 160 of the world’s most famous personalities sculpted in life-like wax. Open daily 9 am-6 pm. $10.59/adults; $7.41/children 6-12. www.potterswax. com. 31 Orange St., 904.829.9056. RIPLEY’S BELIEVE IT OR NOT Located
New Friends and Smiling Faces at Every Stop
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in a beautifully restored, 1887 historic landmark, the country’s original Ripley’s has three floors with hundreds of fascinating items. Admission $15.99/ adults; $6.99/kids; with combo packages for the Red Train and Ghost Train. Open daily 9 am-8 pm. www. staugustine-ripleys.com. 19 San Marco Ave., 904.824.1606.
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features raised wooden boardwalks through exhibits of exotic birds, monkeys and humongous alligators and crocodiles. Open daily 9 am-5 pm. Admission $23.99/adults and $12.99/ children. Crocodile Crossing zipline is $37-$67. www.alligatorfarm.com. 999 Anastasia Blvd., 904.824.3337. ST. AUGUSTINE LIGHTHOUSE & MARI TIME MUSEUM Completed in 1874,
annecaingolf.com. World Golf Village, 904.940.3600.
110 Championship Way, Ponte Vedra Beach, 904.273.3235.
TPC AT SAWGRASS Home of the PGA
WORLD GOLF VILLAGE: KING AND BEAR The World Golf Village layout
Players Championship, Sawgrass was honored by Travel + Leisure Golf magazine as one of the Top 10 Best Golf Resorts in the World. Stadium Course: Par-72; yardage, 6,954. Designer: Pete Dye. Dye’s Valley Course: par-72; yardage, 6,864. Designers: Pete Dye and Bobby Weed. www.tpc.com/sawgrass.
pays homage to Jack “Bear” Nicklaus and Arnold “King” Palmer. They collaborated on the picturesque design, which includes memorable par-5s, lakes, loblolly pines and 200-year-old live oaks. Par: 72; yardage, 7,279. www. golfwgv.com. 1 World Golf Place, 904.940.6088.
the lighthouse offers visitors a rare view of the ancient city—once they climb the 219 steps that lead up to the 165-foot tower. Open 9 am-6 pm daily. Admission $12.95/adults and $10.95/ children under 12 and taller than 44 inches. On-site playgound and gift shop www.staugustinelighthouse.com. 81 Lighthouse Ave., 904.829.0745. VILLA ZORAYDA MUSEUM On the Na-
tional Register of Historic Places, this museum houses the priceless antique collections of two previous owners. Admission $10. M-Sa 10 am-5 pm; Su 11 am-4 pm. www.villazorayda.com. 83 King St., 904.829.9887. WASHINGTON OAKS STATE PARKThe
$5-per-vehicle admission gets you access to the formal gardens and to the spectacular coquina beach just across the street. www.floridastateparks.org/park/washington-oaks. 6400 N. Oceanshore Blvd., Palm Coast, 386.446.6780. WORLD GOLF HALL OF FAME/IMAX THEATER Experience historic arti-
Cruising the Waters of Historic St. Augustine Hosted by the Usina Family for Four Generations
Golf ANNE CAIN GOLF AT PGA TOUR ACAD EMY Get personal attention from
award-winning PGA and LPGA staff. Golfers can utilize the 2,700 square foot facility with indoor/outdoor areas and the latest high-tech tools for improving the game. From $150. www. 32
Departs daily from City Marina for 1.25 hr narrated tours. See Historic and Natural sights along the historic St. Augustine waterfront and Matanzas Bay! 111 Avenida Menendez St. Augustine Fla 32084
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facts, personal memorabilia of famous golfers, interactive exhibits, an 18-hole putting course and Florida’s largest IMAX screen. Nearby is the World Golf Village featuring luxurious accommodations and two championship golf courses. Admission is $20.95/adults, $5 children 5-12; $10 for students; $19.95 seniors, military and Florida residents. IMAX films are $5 extra. Open daily 10 am-6 pm; noon-6 pm on Su. www. worldgolfhalloffame.org. 1 World Golf Place, 904.940.4123.
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WORLD GOLF VILLAGE: SLAMMER & SQUIRE Designed by Bobby Weed
with input from Slammin’ Sammy Snead and Gene “The Squire” Sarazen, this par-72 course has a classic layout that meanders through native flatwoods and hardwood hammocks bordering wetland preserves and a wildlife habitat. www.golfwgv.com. 2 World Golf Place, 904.940.6088.
Tours CITY WALKS One of the most fun ways
to explore the city. Choose from a Savory Faire Food Tour; the Historic Pub Crawl; the Creepy Crawl Haunted Pub Tour; the Ghostly Experience Walking Tour; the Maritime Tales and Legends Tour; or the History, Mystery, Murder and Mayhem Tour. 75-minute ghost tours are $15/adult and free for kids, with 3.5-hour culinary tours starting at $59 for adults. www.staugcitywalks. com. 4 Granada St., 904.540.3476.
Marineland Dolphin Adventure offers a variety of programs including a “Behind the Seas” tour, touch & feed programs, in-water Dolphin Interactions, and so much more. General admission is included with all program purchases. PROCEEDS SUPPORT
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fashioned carriage ride through the charming cobblestone streets of St. Augustine is the ideal way to take in the city. Prices are $85 for two people for 45 minutes. Open at 4 pm daily. www. countrycarriages.net. St. Augustine Bayfront, 904.826.1982. DARK OF THE MOON On the only tour
with access inside the St. Augustine Lighthouse at night, you’ll learn the real history behind the paranormal events that take place there. Tours offered three nights a week. $20 for children at least 44 inches tall, and $25 for adults. www.staugustinelighthouse.com. 81 Lighthouse Ave., 904.829.0745. GHOSTS TOURS OF ST. AUGUSTINE
Do you dare board the Trolley of the Doomed? Explore the darker side of the Nation’s Oldest City on-foot or by trolly and the city’s notorious haunted taverns on the Haunted Pub Crawl. www.ghosttoursofstaugustine.net. 4 Granada St. 904.829.1122. OLD TOWN TROLLEY TOURS The tour
covers more than 100 sites of interest and features 20 stops, including the oldest jail and oldest store in the country, where you can hop on or off to sightsee, shop or dine. Open daily from 9 am-4:30 pm. Admission $24.99/adults and $10 children 6-12. Don’t miss Old Town Trolley Tours’ Ghosts & Gravestones tour for a darker side of the nation’s oldest city. www. w w w.wh e re t rave le r.c o m
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historictours.com. 167 San Marco Ave., 904.829.3800. RIPLEY’S GHOST TRAIN ADVEN TURE Visitors, guided by Ghost Train
story tellers, will visit such sights as the French Huguenot Cemetery and the Matanzas River. Open daily. From $24/ adults and $13/children. www.ghosttrainadventure.com. 19 San Marco Ave., 904.824.1606. RIPLEY’S RED TRAIN Enjoy a narrated
tour around the city, with the ability to get off or get on at more than 20 different stops. Tickets from $20.99/ adults and $8.99/children with package deals with Ripley’s. Open daily. www. redtrains.com. 170 San Marco Ave., 904.824.1606 or 800.226.6545.
the Victory III offered several times each day. See the historical landmarks by water and the area’s natural sites. Adults are $18, seniors are $15 and kids 4-12 are $8.50. www.scenic-cruise.com. 111 Avenida Menendez, 904.824.1806. THE TASTING TOURS Immerse yourself
in the city’s culture while sampling beer, wine and delicious specialties from locally owned restaurants, hidden pubs and romantic inns on a walking tour, a carriage ride or even a roadster.
RIPPLE EFFECT ECOTOURSTake a
guided tour led by a naturalist of the coastal estuaries for sightings of birds, manatees and dolphins. Prices from $40-$350. rippleeffectecotours.com. 101 Tolstoy Lane, 904.347.1565.
Prices range from $25 to $124 for adults. www.thetastingtours.com. 100 St. George St., 904.325.3911. TPC SAWGRASS CLUBHOUSE TOURS
Storytellers give visitors free guided tours of the legendary TPC Sawgrass Clubhouse, highlighting great moments and milestones of The Players and PGA Tours. www.tpc.com/sawgrass. 110 Championship Way, Ponte Vedra Beach, 904.273.3235.
Where do you want to go? Find the best of the city
SCHOONER FREEDOM CHARTERS The
72-foot Freedom is St. Augustine’s only tall ship and departs daily from the City Marina for a day tours, sunset cruises and even moonlit sails. From $30/ adults and $15/children for daytime family cruises to $60/adult for specialty cruises. www.schoonerfreedom.com. 111 Avenida Menendez, 904.810.1010. ST. AUGUSTINE BLACK HERITAGE TOURS Historic walking tours and
step-on, step-off group tours focus on black history and civil rights. Onehour tours encompass several historic blocks and include significant facts, such as that St. Augustine was home to the first free black settlement in the U.S., and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. completed some of his most important works here in the ‘60s. From $10. www.staugustineblackheritagetours. com. 4 Granada St., St. Augustine, 904.825.0087. ST. AUGUSTINE DISTILLERYThe
number-one attraction in St. Augustine on Trip Advisor, the St. Augustine Distillery offers free daily tours and tastings of its award-winning, small-batch gin, vodka, rum and whiskey. Open M-Sa 10 am-6 pm and Su 11 am-6 pm. Tours offered every 30 minutes. www. staugustinedistillery.com. 112 Riberia St., 904.825.4963. ST. AUGUSTINE SCENIC CRUISE Enjoy
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On Amelia Island, you can ride horseback on the beach or see 100 wild horses (1) on nearby Cumberland Island by taking a trip with Amelia River Cruises. At Marineland (2) near St. Augustine, observe 18 friendly and intelligent bottlenose dolphins, including a few babies. For the ultimate bucket-list experience, swim, touch, feed or even paint with dolphins. The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens (3) is known for its rare collection of big cats. Kids will love the train and 4,000-square-foot Play Park with mazes, a carousel, rock wall and Splash Ground.
The east coast of Florida is perfectly positioned for magical sunrises every morning, like this one on Amelia Island. (2) Jacksonville Beach is where two surfers coined the lifestyle catchphrase “Salt Life,” so it’s the perfect locale for learning to stand-up paddle board or surf with Jax Surf & Paddle (1). Ripple Effect Eco-tours leads adult and family kayaking tours at GTM NERR, the Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (3), one of the world’s largest estuaries and home to bald eagles, dolphins and manatees.
Of course any beach destination is a child’s playground, but the First Coast of Florida offers many more enriching experiences for kids. The Museum of Science & History (MOSH) (1) in Jacksonville is entertaining and educational for the entire family. At St. Augustine’s Pirate & Treasure Museum (2), kids can fire a cannon, see authentic pirate’s treasure and learn about local lore. Fernandina Beach is also fun for kids, with plenty of shrimping boats, a pirate-themed playground and Fantastic Fudge (3) on Centre Street for ice cream and treats.
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