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ATTRACTIONS Memorial Presbyterian Church 32 Sevilla St., St. Augustine, FL 32084 904.829.6451 www.memorialpcusa.org Built in 1889 by Henry M. Flagler as a memorial to his daughter, it’s also his burial place. Copper dome, marble floors and stained-glass windows make the church one of Florida’s most spectacular. Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche/ Mission of Nombre de Dios 27 Ocean Ave., St. Augustine, FL 32084 904.824.2809 www.missionandshrine.org Site of the founding of Florida by Spanish colonists, it also is the setting for the first Catholic mass performed in what is now the United States. Great Cross is second-tallest in the Western Hemisphere. St. Augustine National Cemetery 104 Marine St., St. Augustine, FL 32084 357.793.7740 www.cem.va.gov Florida’s oldest national military cemetery. Burials date to 1763; it was used for fallen soldiers during the Second Seminole War. It’s one of only 10 national cemeteries that displays an illuminated flag 24 hours a day. The St. Photios Greek Orthodox National Shrine 41 St. George St., St. Augustine, FL 32084 904.829.8205 www.stphotios.com Dedicated to the first Greek settlers who came as indentured servants in the 1700s. The magnificent Orthodox Chapel is filled with Byzantine-style frescoes; also take a tour of the historic museum. Tolomato Cemetery 14 Cordova St., St. Augustine, FL 32084 www.tolomatocemetery.com One of the oldest cemeteries in St. Augustine, it was originally a burial place for Christian Indians in the 1700s. It was a popular Spanish cemetery throughout much of the city’s history. Trinity Episcopal Church 215 St. George St., St. Augustine, FL 32084 904.824.2876 www.trinityepiscopalparish.org The parish of Trinity, St. Augustine was founded in 1821. It’s the oldest Protestant church in Florida with some of the oldest and most beautiful stained- glass windows in the Episcopal Diocese of Florida. FISHING Drum Man Charters 57 Comares Ave., St. Augustine, FL 32080 904.687.9498 www.drummancharters.com Adventure awaits: Redfish, black drum, sea trout, flounder and tarpon are just some of the fish that grace our coast. Sea Love Charters 220 Nix Boatyard Rd., St. Augustine, FL 32084 904.824.3328 www.sealovefishing.com Sea Love Charters offers deep-sea fishing fun for the whole family. Hop aboard the 70’ Sea Love II or the 50’ Sea Love III and enjoy full, half-day or private fishing charters. GOLF Florida’s First Coast of Golf 800.530.5248 www.florida-golf.org As home of the World Golf Hall of Fame, THE PLAYERS, PGA TOUR and Champions Tour, Northeast Florida offers some of the world’s finest golf courses and resorts! Call for golf packages or tee times only reservations. Explore a NEW side of North Florida! Experience historical & ecological tours of the St Johns River on board our custom airboat, hydrobiking, kayaking, paddleboarding and guided tours. Call or visit our website today! Trout Creek Marina, 6550 SR 13 St. Augustine, FL 32092 904-495-4200 www.seaserpenttours.com King & Bear | Slammer & Squire 1 King & Bear Dr., St. Augustine, FL 32092 904.940.6100 www.golfwgv.com The King & Bear and Slammer & Squire Golf Courses are the Official Golf Courses of the World Golf Hall of Fame and are located at St. Augustine’s World Golf Village. The King & Bear is the only golf course collaboration in the world designed by Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus and the Slammer & Squire was designed by Bobby Weed with Hall of Famers Sam Snead and Gene Sarazen. THE PLAYERS Championship 103 Championship Way, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 904.543.7446 www.theplayers.com Golf’s greatest stage, the best fan experience, and Golf’s most iconic hole. Don’t miss THE PLAYERS Championship in 2019. AREA PARKS Anastasia State Park 300 Anastasia Park Rd., St. Augustine, FL 32080 904.461.2033 www.FloridaStateParks.org/anastasia Camping, day use, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, beach, nature trails and guided walks. Experience a secluded walk of a mile-plus along an undeveloped beach. Great opportunities for bird-watching. 38 Airboat Ride & Hydrobike Fun! Ximenez-Fatio House Museum The Ximenez-Fatio House is a Tripadvisor top-rated attraction located on beautiful Aviles Street. Come take a professionally guided tour of this historic 1800’s boarding house museum where every room has a story. 20 Aviles Street • St. Augustine (904) 342-8887 www.ximenezfatiohouse.org