Palencia Travel Guide
St. Augustine
Popular places to visit
St. Augustine Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at St. Augustine Beach, a popular beach in St. Augustine. Experience the area's great live music and fascinating museums.
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.
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.
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 Live Music Cruise with Drinks and Sunset Option
St. Augustine Dolphin Watch and Historical Harbor Tour
St. Augustine: St. Johns River Airboat Safari with a Guide
St. Augustine: Waterfront and Downtown Golf Cart Tour
St. Augustine Haunted Tour : Ghosts & Gravestones
Top hotels in Palencia
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
Yes room was spotless and staff was amazing!
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Guy Harvey Resort on St Augustine Beach
Everything was great except pet friendly hotel had lots of dogs barking.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place St. Augustine/Vilano Beach
Staff were extremely helpful!
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites By Hilton St Augustine Beach-Oceanfront Resort
Super nice stay. Clean, great restaurant, beautiful spot.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Comfort Suites Baymeadows Near Butler Blvd
clean room, great front desk staff.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
The Smart Stay Inn
We stayed two nights at Smart Stay Inn St. Augustine and overall had a great experience. The room was comfortable and the staff were friendly. The hotel is pet friendly and the buffet breakfast was a nice bonus. The fitted sheet had a few stains at first, but the staff quickly replaced it with a ...
Reviewed on 5 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 Flagler College Tennis Center and Grace United Methodist Church.
