Birthday Celebrations are Extra Special on Florida’s Historic Coast

Celebrate your birthday in style on Florida’s Historic Coast.

St. Augustine knows a thing or two about birthdays. After all, we’re celebrating our 460^th this coming year. That’s a lot of candles! So it’s no surprise we really know how to make the most of this special occasion for all kinds of visitors. Whether you’re a foodie, an outdoorsy type or into wellness and health, you’ll find lots of ways to make the most of your special day or weekend.

Let’s start with extending your birthday festivities by adding on an extra day to your hotel or bed & breakfast stay. Whether you’re into all the amenities of a luxury hotel like the Ponte Vedra Inn Club or prefer the coziness of an historic B&B like St. George Inn, you’ll find many special offers on our deals page.

It’s a Foodie’s Paradise

Foodies are in for a treat from the get-go with pastries and lattes at the Ancient City Brunch Bar. Want to lunch like a local? The Tasting Tours offers wonderful 3-hour tours of St. Augustine’s finest culinary spots for an authentic taste of the ancient city. There’s something about rooftop dining that stirs up the appetite. Stop in to River & Fort for dinner with a view of the Matanzas Bayfront and the Castillo de San Marcos. Top off your celebration with some live music and craft cocktails on the Rooftop Bar at Pesca by Michael’s at Hyatt Place in Vilano. And because it’s not a birthday without ice cream, head over to the oldest ice cream shop in town, Tedi’s Ice Cream for their signature homemade ice creams and waffle cones.

PicturedSt. Augustine Experiences

Take it Outside

If the outdoors beckon, listen to this. There’s a kayak with your name on it at St. Augustine Eco Tours. The journey from the marina, past the fort and along the marshlands is simply exhilarating. Be sure to keep an eye out for some curious dolphins as you paddle around. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, take a stroll along the historic town with St. Augustine Experiences, one of the best walking tours in town. The ancient architecture is a feast for the eyes and the stops along the way at some of St. Augustine’s best restaurants and pubs is a feast for the tummy. St. Augustine City Walks Food & Wine will take you to some of the best “off the beaten path” culinary spots. If you still can’t get enough of the outdoors, hop aboard the Schooner Freedom for an unforgettable sunset cruise on the Matanzas Bay, complete with celebratory champagne.

PicturedPoseidon Spa at Casa Monica Resort & Spa

Here’s to Your Health

Of course, birthdays have a way of reminding us how much we want to stay healthy to enjoy our next one. So why not start with some yoga on the lawn? Head over to Ximenez-Fatio House Museum and you’ll find yourself among others looking to greet the new day with a healthy stretch. In the afternoon, you might want to relax, detox and just chill in a unique Zen like sauna at Salt Spa St. Augustine. Or indulge yourself with a therapeutic massage and facial at Poseidon Spa at Casa Monica Resort & Spa. You’ll feel totally rejuvenated. Top off the evening with a delicious mocktail at 1912 Ocean Bar & Rooftop. Birthdays have never tasted so good or felt so special.