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Pet Friendly

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See Spot Run , Play , Dine and Stay

Pet owners are feeling the love on Florida ’ s Historic Coast . From sidewalk water bowls to pet-friendly hotels , the Ancient City ’ s attitude toward furry friends is as warm as a wagging tail . In St . Augustine you can ride with Rover in a horse and carriage or float with Fido on a scenic boat tour . You might stroll 16th century lanes with your best friend by your side , then lunch at a lively sidewalk café . Here ’ s a sampling of places on Florida ’ s Historic Coast that welcome pets .
Salty Dogs
Well-behaved , leashed dogs may visit most St . Johns County Beaches , as long as their owners clean up after them . Anastasia State Park allows leashed dogs in the campground , but not on the beach . And the GTM Research Reserve allows leashed dogs on the trails , but not on the beach .
Pets and People at Play
Take your dog along and sip the Fountain of Youth ’ s famed waters , then delve deeper into history at the Colonial Quarter Museum . Next , visit the Oldest Wooden Schoolhouse for a lesson in 18th century education and a doggie treat . And despite the Castillo ’ s formidable reputation , the grounds outside the fort are decidedly dog-friendly .
After exploring the pedestrian and petfriendly downtown , cool your heels and paws on a Victory II Scenic Cruise along the waterfront . With so much to see , the whole family should hop a Red Train Tour to take it all in .
Stay in Style
Let sleeping dogs lie at one of nearly 50 petfriendly accommodations , including upscale hotels , B & Bs and beach resorts .
At Beacher ’ s Lodge Oceanfront Suites , pets receive a dog tag with hotel information to keep their dog safe in case he wanders off , and owners get clean-up bags and a list of pet-friendly attractions .
Plaza de la Constitución
Chow Time
Tantalizing aromas emanating from restaurants with outdoor seating will have pets and their humans licking their chops . Savor a burger and brew at Barley Republic or elegant cuisine in the Raintree Restaurant courtyard . At Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa in Ponte Vedra Beach , pets are invited to join their families at meal time at the American Gator Club and Cabana Beach Club ’ s Sea Porch .
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