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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 fl oat
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 pet-
friendly downtown, cool your heels and
paws on a Victory III 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 pet-
friendly 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 brats and brew at Meehan’s Irish Pub
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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