The best things to do in St. Augustine

36 things to do we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Bowlero Southside

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Whether you’re chasing friendly bragging rights or a legit league spot, Bowlero Southside keeps the fun rolling with slick lanes, an…

11141 Beach Blvd (Jacksonville) · ✓ checked Jul 30

Whether you’re chasing friendly bragging rights or a legit league spot, Bowlero Southside keeps the fun rolling with slick lanes, an action-packed arcade, and lane-side eats and drinks. Reserve a lane online, grab your crew, and trade another meh group chat for actual strikes and high-fives.

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Topgolf

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Need an easy weeknight hang this week that makes everyone happy? Topgolf Jacksonville lets you tee off at giant targets while the high-tech…

10531 Brightman Blvd (Jacksonville) · ✓ checked Jul 30

Need an easy weeknight hang this week that makes everyone happy? Topgolf Jacksonville lets you tee off at giant targets while the high-tech balls keep score, then refuel with food and drinks, and even switch it up with a laid-back mini golf round... zero golf expertise required.

From the Jacksonville newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Co-designed by Bobby Weed with Sam Snead and Gene Sarazen, Slammer & Squire Golf Course is a player-friendly 18 that winds through native…

2 World Golf Pl · ✓ checked Jul 28

Co-designed by Bobby Weed with Sam Snead and Gene Sarazen, Slammer & Squire Golf Course is a player-friendly 18 that winds through native woodlands and wetlands. Expect wide fairways, creatively contoured greens, a short-game focus, and practice facilities when the swing needs a midweek tune-up.

From the St. Augustine newsletter, August 5, 2026

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St. Johns Golf Club

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Whether you want a full round or just some focused reps, St. Johns Golf Club delivers with 18 championship holes and the St. Augustine…

4900 Cypress Links Blvd (Elkton) · ✓ checked Jul 28

Whether you want a full round or just some focused reps, St. Johns Golf Club delivers with 18 championship holes and the St. Augustine area's largest public practice facilities.

From the Palm Coast newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Relaxed 9-hole course, with a putting green as well as a 2-hole practice course.

1157 Mb01, Golfair Blvd (Jacksonville) · ✓ checked Aug 7

Relaxed 9-hole course, with a putting green as well as a 2-hole practice course.

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Golfers enjoy this well-maintained course with fairways and greens in good condition.

10440 Tournament Ln (Jacksonville)

Golfers enjoy this well-maintained course with fairways and greens in good condition.

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Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

11567 Atlantic Blvd (Jacksonville)

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

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Long-standing, non-profit organization offering a gallery with monthly exhibits, plus workshops.

22 Marine St · ✓ checked Aug 7

Long-standing, non-profit organization offering a gallery with monthly exhibits, plus workshops.

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Upscale, semi-private 18-hole course featuring a casual bar & grill as well as a snack bar.

13823 Sutton Park Dr N (Jacksonville)

Upscale, semi-private 18-hole course featuring a casual bar & grill as well as a snack bar.

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Easygoing 18-hole course featuring laid-back atmosphere, a pro shop and driving range.

707 Shores Blvd

Easygoing 18-hole course featuring laid-back atmosphere, a pro shop and driving range.

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Elaborately planted mini-golf park with waterfalls, a 65-ft. Spanish ship, ice cream & ocean views.

818 A1A Beach Blvd

Elaborately planted mini-golf park with waterfalls, a 65-ft. Spanish ship, ice cream & ocean views.

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Blue Sky Golf Club

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Informal golf course offering 9- and 18-hole options, along with a driving range and a clubhouse.

1700 Monument Rd (Jacksonville)

Informal golf course offering 9- and 18-hole options, along with a driving range and a clubhouse.

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Country club featuring a golf course with a driving range, plus a restaurant, and a practice area.

1 King and Bear Dr

Country club featuring a golf course with a driving range, plus a restaurant, and a practice area.

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Sunflower Mural

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Artistic sunflower mural brightening up a local neighborhood.

4045 Post St (Jacksonville)

Artistic sunflower mural brightening up a local neighborhood.

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Casual movie theater with 3D films, reclining seats, and an arcade, plus self-serve concessions.

8368 Merchants Way (Jacksonville)

Casual movie theater with 3D films, reclining seats, and an arcade, plus self-serve concessions.

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Sprawling entertainment venue with a high-tech driving range & swanky lounge with drinks & games.

10531 Brightman Blvd (Jacksonville)

Sprawling entertainment venue with a high-tech driving range & swanky lounge with drinks & games.

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Golfers of all skill levels can challenge themselves on this 18-hole Clyde Johnston-designed course.

205 St Johns Golf Dr

Golfers of all skill levels can challenge themselves on this 18-hole Clyde Johnston-designed course.

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Bowling facility featuring a private, 8-lane VIP area, plus mini-golf, an arcade & a snack bar.

1838 Cassat Ave (Jacksonville)

Bowling facility featuring a private, 8-lane VIP area, plus mini-golf, an arcade & a snack bar.

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Family play center & pizzeria offering a trampoline arena, arcade, laser/archery tag & mini-bowling.

14985 Old St Augustine Rd (Jacksonville)

Family play center & pizzeria offering a trampoline arena, arcade, laser/archery tag & mini-bowling.

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The Palencia Club

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Golf club with a challenging course, a restaurant, and event facilities.

600 Palencia Club Dr

Golf club with a challenging course, a restaurant, and event facilities.

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Family-friendly chain offering a sports-bar-style setting for American food & arcade games.

7025 Salisbury Rd (Jacksonville)

Family-friendly chain offering a sports-bar-style setting for American food & arcade games.

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Relaxed, member-owned country club featuring tennis courts, golf courses and pools.

3985 Hunt Club Rd N (Jacksonville)

Relaxed, member-owned country club featuring tennis courts, golf courses and pools.

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Hyde Park Golf Club

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Donald Ross-designed 18-hole course, dating from 1925, with a driving range, clubhouse, and sports bar.

6439 Hyde Grove Ave (Jacksonville)

Donald Ross-designed 18-hole course, dating from 1925, with a driving range, clubhouse, and sports bar.

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Golf course with well-maintained greens and other facilities for tournaments and other functions.

3901 Monument Rd (Jacksonville)

Golf course with well-maintained greens and other facilities for tournaments and other functions.

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Southbank Riverwalk

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1.25-mi. paved promenade along the St. Johns River with art, benches & city & sunset views.

1001 Museum Cir (Jacksonville)

25-mi. paved promenade along the St. Johns River with art, benches & city & sunset views.

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Games and a bar featuring American eats like wings and burgers.

10370 Philips Hwy (Jacksonville)

Games and a bar featuring American eats like wings and burgers.

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Established course with free admission, plus a clubhouse, a pro shop and friendly service.

315 S Hampton Club Way

Established course with free admission, plus a clubhouse, a pro shop and friendly service.

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Membership-based club featuring an 18-hole course, a gym and a tennis center.

169 Marshside Dr

Membership-based club featuring an 18-hole course, a gym and a tennis center.

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Regal Avenues

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Theater complex with multiple screens featuring new release films, plush seating & concession stand.

9525 Philips Hwy (Jacksonville)

Theater complex with multiple screens featuring new release films, plush seating & concession stand.

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Vast zoo highlighting local as well as African wildlife with gardens, a train & a kids' zone.

370 Zoo Pkwy (Jacksonville)

Vast zoo highlighting local as well as African wildlife with gardens, a train & a kids' zone.

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Rebuilt 1921-era facility offering concerts & exhibits documenting local African-American culture.

829 N Davis St (Jacksonville)

Rebuilt 1921-era facility offering concerts & exhibits documenting local African-American culture.

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Pablo Creek Club

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Top-ranked course (some private) with immaculate grounds and a clubhouse.

5660 San Pablo Rd S (Jacksonville)

Top-ranked course (some private) with immaculate grounds and a clubhouse.

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Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

4535 Southside Blvd (Jacksonville)

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

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Course that winds through a community with water hazards on many holes, a driving range, and a bar and grill.

301 Royal St Augustine Pkwy · ✓ checked Aug 7

Course that winds through a community with water hazards on many holes, a driving range, and a bar and grill.

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Indoor go-kart racing center offering 2 tracks & modern, Italian-made karts, plus parties & leagues.

6601 Executive Park Ct N (Jacksonville)

Indoor go-kart racing center offering 2 tracks & modern, Italian-made karts, plus parties & leagues.

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Mini golf course featuring 18 holes, as well as various fountains, plants and fish.

701 Anastasia Blvd

Mini golf course featuring 18 holes, as well as various fountains, plants and fish.

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