Matanzas River

Walkway along the water in St. Augustine
Walkway along the water in St. Augustine
Fire the cannon!
Fort Matanzas National Monument was built in 1742 to defend Spanish St. Augustine from the British, nearly 300 years ago. Fort Matanzas has a very long & interesting history, closely connected with the founding of St. Augustine by Pedro Menendez de Aviles. In 1565, Menendez murdered over 250 French Protestants including the famed Jean Ribault, on the land where the Fort is today. Due to the history of the site, the Spanish named both the fort and the inlet "Matanzas," which means "slaughters" in English. That name carries on to this day. #InStone
The Raven by private boat tour. Taken by Porpoise Point.

Tours & day trips

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St Augustine Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-off City Tour

St Augustine Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-off City Tour

Activity duration is 1 day
9.2 out of 10 with 312 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$309 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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: Step back in time with pastime private historical tours

: Step back in time with pastime private historical tours

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 144 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$293 per adult
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Holiday & seasonal tours

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St.Augustine: Torture Museum, Ghost Hunt, & Tiny Art Tickets

St.Augustine: Torture Museum, Ghost Hunt, & Tiny Art Tickets

9.6 out of 10 with 23 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$195 per adult
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Wildlife & nature

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St. Augustine: Dolphin and Wildlife Historical Boat Tour

St. Augustine: Dolphin and Wildlife Historical Boat Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour
10.0 out of 10 with 9 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$266 per adult
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Attractions

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Old Town Trolley, Old Jail & the Oldest Store & History Museums

Old Town Trolley, Old Jail & the Oldest Store & History Museums

Activity duration is 1 day
9.2 out of 10 with 120 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$541 per adult
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Popular places to visit

Rocking chairs at a cabin

Princess Place Preserve

Explore the great outdoors at Princess Place Preserve, a lovely green space in Palm Coast. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Princess Place Preserve
Fort Matanzas National Monument

Fort Matanzas National Monument

Learn about St. Augustine’s fascinating Spanish history and enjoy a stroll through picturesque woods at this iconic monument.

Fort Matanzas National Monument
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Washington Oaks Gardens State Park

You can take time to visit Washington Oaks Gardens State Park during your travels to Palm Coast. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Washington Oaks Gardens State Park
Aerial view of Palm Coast, Florida. September 2022

Palm Coast Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Palm Coast Beach during your trip to Palm Coast? Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Palm Coast Beach
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Florida Agricultural Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Florida Agricultural Museum in Palm Coast. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Florida Agricultural Museum
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Bing's Landing

Explore the great outdoors at Bing's Landing, a lovely green space in Palm Coast. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Bing's Landing

Top Matanzas River Hotel Deals

Bliss By The Sea

Bliss By The Sea

2 out of 5
7605 A1A S St. Augustine FL
Bliss By The Sea
Crescent Sandpiper 214 OCEANFRONT -Oceanside pool Crescent Beach St Augustine

Crescent Sandpiper 214 OCEANFRONT -Oceanside pool Crescent Beach St Augustine

St. Augustine FL
Crescent Sandpiper 214 OCEANFRONT -Oceanside pool Crescent Beach St Augustine
Oceanfront 3BR,Game Room, Crescent Beach Retreat!

Oceanfront 3BR,Game Room, Crescent Beach Retreat!

Saint Augustine FL
Oceanfront 3BR,Game Room, Crescent Beach Retreat!
Sunrise at the Beach Luxury Oceanfront Escape

Sunrise at the Beach Luxury Oceanfront Escape

St. Augustine FL
Sunrise at the Beach Luxury Oceanfront Escape
Guy Harvey Resort on St Augustine Beach

Guy Harvey Resort on St Augustine Beach

3 out of 5
860 A1A Beach Blvd St. Augustine FL
Guy Harvey Resort on St Augustine Beach
Point Matanzas - Intracoastal Water-Front, Amazing Views, Daytime Dock, Pool

Point Matanzas - Intracoastal Water-Front, Amazing Views, Daytime Dock, Pool

St. Augustine FL
Point Matanzas - Intracoastal Water-Front, Amazing Views, Daytime Dock, Pool
Beachside Family Haven w/ Pool & Beach Access, BBQ

Beachside Family Haven w/ Pool & Beach Access, BBQ

St. Augustine FL
Beachside Family Haven w/ Pool & Beach Access, BBQ
Beach Front/heated pool/spa. Ocean Views, Umbrella+Lounger for beach, Balconies

Beach Front/heated pool/spa. Ocean Views, Umbrella+Lounger for beach, Balconies

St Augustine FL
Beach Front/heated pool/spa. Ocean Views, Umbrella+Lounger for beach, Balconies
Beacher's Lodge Oceanfront Suites

Beacher's Lodge Oceanfront Suites

2.5 out of 5
A1A South, 6970 St. Augustine FL
Beacher's Lodge Oceanfront Suites
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