Discovering St. Augustine, Florida

[@heatherstephenson4371]

As a kid/teenager, I spent a couple of weeks in St. Augustine every summer. Your video was a walk down memory lane for me and reminded me that I need to get back and visit this great place as an adult!

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I remember passing through one time when I was young, but I didn't really see much. It was a pleasure to spend a few hours there!

[@sharonwilson2450]

We've been there three times now and are going back in September. Absolutely love it there! So much to see and do!

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I was so impressed with St. Augustine! I did not get to spend nearly enough time there!

[@perfectlyimperfectangie]

As a native to St.Augustine we call it the old fort. I never knew how lucky i was as a child growing up in a beautiful place. Now, in my 40s, I'm taking it all in. I'm proud to call her home.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

It is funny how we don't necessarily appreciate what is around us as we are growing up. Thank you for watching and for leaving a comment!

[@mikeprorock2848]

As a snowbird (Ohio) who has a place in st aug, I recommend visits in Dec and Jan to see downtown during the City of Lights FestivaL I fell in love with the city years ago. Great for a relax filled visit to one of the most beautiful beaches, and great sights and food. There is no waterpark or amusement park nearby, so it's more "quiet". and that's a good thing.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I bet that is a fantastic time to visit! Thank you for watching!

[@kellyclark7517]

Yeah, it’s a lovely time of year. If all you wanna do is sit in traffic and get shitty service at most of the restaurants 😂 have fun!

[@OldMovieRob]

That was some fascinating history. I'm looking forward to our future visit here.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

Thank you! It's a very fun and intriguing city!

[@claudiahansen4938]

Excellent overview for those of us who haven't yet visited but intend to soon!

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

Thank you so much! St. Augustine was a lot of fun, packed into a short amount of time.

[@heathermkdg]

I lived on campus at Flagler College several years. I love that city.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I was so impressed with Flagler College. It must have been an amazing place to get an education!

[@heathermkdg]

@@oldaloneandfarfromhome it definitely was! The dining room is stunning with all the Tiffany glass. The rooms were all so unique. But the professors were awesome, especially in the education department.

[@gladysgriffin7347]

Excellent video. I enjoyed. Thanks

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

That is so nice of you to say! I appreciate you watching.

[@daniduff6852]

❤ hands DOWN my very favorite city..I’m so blessed to be a Floridian and get to visit her anytime I can!!

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

That's great! I felt fortunate to be able to stop by for a single day!

[@daniduff6852]

@@oldaloneandfarfromhome aww 🥰 so glad come back for another visit we would love to have you again

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I'm sure I'll make it back there some day. My brother lives in Orlando!

[@daniduff6852]

@@oldaloneandfarfromhome Orange County 🥰 nice

[@DarlenePowell-v9c]

Thank you! So informative! God Bless!

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

So kind of you to say!

[@tamara1022]

Very interesting! I’d love to visit there sometime.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

You should! It is a great little city, with plenty to see.

[@toakasi6425]

Me to such a sacred and safe looking town.

[@marciafallon7653]

@@toakasi6425 it is!

[@donnabeaman7135]

I was there about 4 years ago and only touched on all the places you've mentioned . Also in one day. You must be a retired HS History teacher! Love this stuff!

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

That is so nice of you to say! I actually worked in the television industry before retiring a year ago.

[@donnabeaman7135]

Lucky for you. Probably needed to replace you with 3 people. Nice video.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I am very fortunate! Thanks for the comments!

[@lunallena947]

Beautiful city. San Agustin. Interesting to know about it.Thanks. Blessings.😊

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

It is a great little city! Thank you for the kind words.

[@Scott-be1cq]

I love St. Augustine. I have spent many months there. Recognized all the places you mentioned. Yes there is still more to see and places even I have not been to yet. I miss it so, I am hoping to go back in the fall, maybe just stay a while.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I would bet that St. Augustine in the fall is amazing! Thank you for watching and taking the time to leave a comment!

[@carolbrinneman9558]

Very pleasant and enjoyable!

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

Thank you so much! St. Augustine is a wonderful place!

[@marciafallon7653]

This gives one a good overview of St. Augustine”s Historic District. There is, as was said, so much more to see and do, and I highly recommend a stay in one of the many Bed and Breakfast’s in the District. I live here and have spent easily hundreds of hours exploring all that St. Augustine offers. And yet, every time I come into the District I find something new! While there are many tours that require a fee, one can also spend fabulous hours strolling around without spending anything. Oh, and let’s not forget the food! You will find amazing restaurants and bars all through the area. I have some favorites, but I must say that I have never had a bad meal! So co me, explore, and have fun in our beautiful St. Augustine.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

One of the aspects that I regret about my visit was not taking the time to eat in one of the restaurants. You certainly make a good case for me to return to St. Augustine and discover all the rest that it offers! Thank you for watching and for leaving such a valuable comment!

[@marciafallon7653]

@@oldaloneandfarfromhome if you get back, and I hope you do, I can point you toward some great bites!

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

That would be fantastic! Thank you!

[@Mr91495osh]

I highly recommend everyone visiting St Augustine.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

That is definitely good advice!

[@MaryLopez-hc7rc]

I have lived 45 minutes from St. Augustine for years. It is very beautiful when it is decorated for Christmas including many white lights. It is fun just to take a leisurely stroll and dine in one of the numerous restaurants. We have done that many times. I will say it gets extraordinarily hot and humid in the summer.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I had been there once when I was young, but never as an adult. I was happy to discover what it is like today! Thank you for watching and taking the time to leave a comment!

[@MaryLopez-hc7rc]

@@oldaloneandfarfromhome You are welcome.

[@Minuteman75]

LOVE St. Augustine!!!!

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

There is a lot to love!

[@saintaugustine4065]

Well done for the short visit

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

So nice of you to say. Thank you!

[@lynnemcclung6207]

I went to highschool at the Convent and church services in both the opulent Catholic Church and the quaint beautiful Episcopal High Church there. The school (in 65-67) when I went was still in the Convent itself.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I'm certain that you have tremendous memories!

[@TheCristallo83]

St. Augustine is the oldest continuously inhabited European-established settlement in the contiguous United States. San Juan Puerto Rico is the oldest continuously inhabited European-establised settlement in the United States.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

Point taken! Thank you for making the distinction.

[@jayr.617]

The Ripley's museum? Is it still there? White sand beaches between Jacksonville and St.Augustine on A1A are perfect for a quiet beach walk.

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I'm not certain if Ripley's is still there or not. I wish I could have made it out to the beaches, but I was only there for a few hours.

[@marciafallon7653]

Yes, Ripley’s is still there. And you’re right about the beaches. The dunes and quiet spaces in the Guyana Preserve area are stunning. There are 3 parking lots along A1A South of Ponte Vedra that make it easy to be alone on the beach, if you want to.

[@kellyclark7517]

Yes, it’s there

[@t.j.m3987]

Yes the churches are amazing

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

They are and the entire downtown area is fantastic, as well!

[@beachbunny9261]

A mention of the Minorcan population and their contribution to the old town would have enhanced this review and why St Augustine is the oldest continuously occupied European city in the United States.

[@asylumlover]

I DON'T LIKE FLORIDA, BUT I LOVE ST AUGUSTINE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! YET I HAVEN'T BEEN THERE IN 43 YEARS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

That's a long time to be away. I'll bet St. Augustine has changed tremendously, while you've been gone! Thank you for watching.

[@asylumlover]

@@oldaloneandfarfromhome WITH A USERNAME LIKE THAT, WE NEED TO COMMUNICATE!!!!!!!! GET BACK TO ME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@CaseyMedley-ws4wq]

Why u don’t like Florida? Is it because we r free state?

[@asylumlover]

@@CaseyMedley-ws4wq HELL NO GUY, I AM PRO DESANTIS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! DON'T BE SO FOOLISH!!!!!!! NUMBER ONE, I HATE THE HEAT!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'M IN EASTERN PENNSYLVANIA, AND THE SUMMERS HERE ARE HORRIBLE!!!!!!!!! NUMBER TWO, NATURAL DISASTERS, ESPECIALLY HURRICANES!!!!!!!!!!!!!! NUMBER THREE, BAD MEMORIES!!!!!!!!!!!!!! UNDERSTAND????????????

[@Crymeariver227]

@@CaseyMedley-ws4wq😁😁my guess, yes.

[@JustJeph33]

You've got to see the haunted (for real!) spots. St. A was the first visit on Ghosthunters..methinks

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I would love to return and get a look at some of those places!

[@JERios-wv8lx]

Saint Agustine or San Agustin? I think the original name is San Agustin! 😊

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

It was originally San Augustin.

[@Kda2456]

Clearly the lack of people in these shots mean the footage was shot before 8 Am. Try to cross a street or walk St. George St. on a Saturday at noon ! You'll be trampled. BTW can't find a parking space for love or money !

[@oldaloneandfarfromhome]

I'm certain there are plenty of times when that is the case. It was February when I went, in the middle of the week. As you could see the crowds were non-existent then.

[@JohnSmith-kg3im]

Get a motorcycle, plenty of parking

[@toddbaker1574]

A bit of a stretch, just gotta know where to park. Huge garage right next to historic district, plus smaller lots scattered about. More to see than St George street.

[@kellyclark7517]

TRUE STORY!

[@kellyclark7517]

@@JohnSmith-kg3im yeah, if you don’t get runoff the road first! Too many people moving here too much traffic, and too many people driving way over the speed limit! Bee safe :)

[@jimmybrownett5983]

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[@user-zc3vj2lj7v]

It should be free

[@sonicrevolver2917]

Too many tourists, tourist traps, homeless, and panhandlers.

[@Crymeariver227]

That’s become every tourist destination in the nation.