Things to do in Anastasia Island

Visit St. Augustine Beach for an oceanfront vacation that Florida is known for. Relax at the beachfront park between swimming and surfing activities in the sparkling Atlantic Ocean. Families love the playgrounds while diners choose from charming restaurants with sea views. Everyone can find fun in the sun at this popular spot.

Anastasia State Park is an area of great natural beauty near St. Augustine on the Anastasia Island coast. Look out for colorful tropical birds or paddle out from the beach in a kayak and spot dolphins in the water. Take a walk along the nature trail and pass by a tidal salt marsh and maritime hammock on the dunes. Stay at the well-equipped campsite and spend a night beneath the stars.

Discover a world of fascinating reptiles at St. Augustine Alligator Farm. Walk through the Land of Crocodiles and encounter every type of crocodile species in the world. Watch alligators eating their lunch and have a go at feeding them yourself. Learn about Florida’s native reptiles and don’t miss the colorful Birds of Africa exhibit, where large storks and cranes stride among the grasses.

Visit the iconic St. Augustine Lighthouse and take in scenic views of the surrounding beaches and the Atlantic Ocean. Take a tour and explore the building’s history. Learn about the lives of the lighthouse keepers and the sailors they helped protect. Stroll around the grounds and enjoy the nature trails.

Visit the Fort Matanzas National Monument to explore the fort that protected Spanish forces from invasion when they ruled over Florida. Learn about the battles and sieges that took place here and stroll around the nature reserve. Discover the unique wildlife that lives on the salt marshes or enjoy a lazy afternoon overlooking the river.