Palencia Travel Guide
St. Augustine
Popular places to visit
St. Augustine Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at St. Augustine Beach during your travels in St. Augustine? Experience the area's great live music and fascinating museums.
St. George Street
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at St. George Street during your visit to St. Augustine. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.
World Golf Village
You can study the exhibits at World Golf Village, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in St. Augustine. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in this quaint area.
Flagler College
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Flagler College during your trip to St. Augustine. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
Vilano Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Vilano Beach during your travels in St. Augustine? Amble around this family-friendly area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
Explore one of the the oldest standing masonry forts in North America and watch cannons being fired from the ramparts.
Things to do
St. Augustine: Treasure Hunt Cruise with Onboard Show
St. Augustine Live Music Cruise with Drinks and Sunset Option
Take a Scenic Boat Ride in St. Augustine
Airboat Adventure in Saint Augustine with a Guide
Old St. Johns County Jail Tour
Top hotels in Palencia
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
Just average.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Guy Harvey Resort on St Augustine Beach
Clean room and very helpful staff seemed to be everywhere offering assistance.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Villa 1565
We stayed for a week. Breakfast was fantastic. Room was clean and comfortable. Location was perfect for walking to main attractions. Staff was very helpful and accommodating. Such a wonderful place!
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place St. Augustine/Vilano Beach
It was a beautiful art Deco hotel, the rooms were very nice. The bed's super comfy. Walking distance to restaurants and the beach and just a laid-back vilano Island was better than being in town where it's just crazy.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites By Hilton St Augustine Beach-Oceanfront Resort
The view to the ocean
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
The Ponce St. Augustine Hotel
It was ok
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Palencia
Vilano Beach
Travellers to Vilano Beach praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Vilano Beach and Castle Otttis.
Nelmar Terrace
While visiting Nelmar Terrace, you might make a stop by sights like Matanzas River and San Marco Antique Mall.
Magnolia
While visiting Magnolia, you might make a stop by sights like Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park and Old Jail Museum.
Ravenswood
While Ravenswood may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like San Sebastian Winery and Ripley's Believe It Or Not.
Uptown
While visiting Uptown, you might make a stop by sights like Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park and Mission of Nombre de Dios.
Flagler Model Land
While visiting Flagler Model Land, you might make a stop by sights like San Sebastian River and Flagler College Tennis Center.
