twelveoaks

We are flying into Jacksonville for a trip to Savannah from the west coast and are planning to spend some time in St. Augistine. Is there enough to do there to occupy a day or two? Also, is there much to do in Jacksonville?

Debi

St Augustine is a neat town to walk around in. Quaint. I think a day is good there.... To me, Jacksonville is just a city, but over on the West coast of Florida (not that bad a drive at all), there's a neat place called Homosassa Springs. If you've got a few days before you go to Savannah (which is a neat little city), I'd see St Augustine (fort and all), run over to the west coast for a day - then go up to Savannah....

Anonymous

I spent a week in St. Augustine last winter. Depends on what you enjoy. I liked the street cafes, the many museums and the Castillo.

hely5

There is plenty of things to see and do in St Augustine to occupy a couple of days. The Spanish Quarter, Lightner Museum, horse drawn carriage tours, Old Village Museum, Alligator Farm, a visit to Amelia Island.... see http://www.go-florida.net/st-augustine-florida.htm for more information and suggestions.

Jacksonville is far more of a business center than a tourist destination but its worth a visit if you have the time. Jacksonville Landing for shopping, Jacksonville Beach for swimming and relaxation, major sports events, world class museums and exhibits, a Budweiser Brewery tour... see http://www.go-florida.net/jacksonville.htm for more suggestions.

Orlando_Vic

Agree with hely5.

Here is a good description <http://www.fodors.com/forums/threads...&tid=35093983> of things to do in St. Augustine, plus a list of some of my favorite restaurants.

egret

The trolley tour is especially interesting. I've done two trolley tours, and the one that departs from the visitors center was the best.