Northeast Florida

Travel Guide

It's called "Blue Spring," but there was a decidedly green tint to the water the day I stopped by for a visit.
It's called "Blue Spring," but there was a decidedly green tint to the water the day I stopped by for a visit.
You will not find many waterfalls in Florida. I discovered Falling Creek Falls early one morning near Lake City. Take a quick detour from I-10 to see a root-beer-colored cascade, which plummets more than 10 feet over a deep lip of limestone and flows away over limestone boulders at the bottom of a ravine. Falling Creek Falls was the site of the first settlement in this area, and a short boardwalk trail offers easy access to this scenic view.
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Lion guarding the A1A bridge

Where to stay in Northeast Florida

Aerial view of serene sunset over Vilano Beach shoreline, St. Augustine, Florida, United States.

Vilano Beach

Vilano Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Vilano Beach and Castle Otttis.

Vilano Beach
Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine featuring heritage elements and a church or cathedral

St. Augustine Historic District

Travelers come to St. Augustine Historic District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like St. George Street and Ponce de Leon Hotel while you're in town.

St. Augustine Historic District
Crescent Beach which includes a lake or waterhole as well as an individual male

Crescent Beach

Crescent Beach is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Fort Matanzas National Monument and Crescent Beach while you're in town.

Crescent Beach
Sand dune at Butler Beach, St Augustine

Butler Beach

Butler Beach is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to St. Augustine Beach or Butler Beach.

Butler Beach
Downtown Historic District featuring a fountain and a sunset

Downtown Historic District

If you're spending some time in Downtown Historic District, Lightner Museum and Ponce de Leon Hotel are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Historic District
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Amelia City

While visiting Amelia City, you might make a stop by sights like American Beach and Fernandina Beach.

Amelia City
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach

Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach

2.5 out of 5
715 1st St N Jacksonville Beach FL
The price is P7,776 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
P7,776
P8,826 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Jacksonville Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
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Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
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
The price is P8,640 per night from Feb 19 to Feb 20
P8,640
P9,634 total
Feb 19 - Feb 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in St. Augustine. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,926 reviews)
Staff was amazing and over the top attentive… thank you

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Guy Harvey Resort on St Augustine Beach
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville

Hyatt Regency Jacksonville

4 out of 5
225 E Coastline Dr Jacksonville FL
The price is P12,288 per night from Feb 27 to Feb 28
P12,288
P14,086 total
Feb 27 - Feb 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,496 reviews)
Everything was heat. Fantastic view, helpful staff, great restaurants on the premises.

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Villas of Amelia Island

The Villas of Amelia Island

4 out of 5
8 Amelia Village Circle, Amelia Island Fernandina Beach FL
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Fernandina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,158 reviews)
Clean room, helpful friendly staff, shuttle to shops and around property.

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026

The Villas of Amelia Island
Inn at Camachee Harbor

Inn at Camachee Harbor

2.5 out of 5
201 Yacht Club Dr St. Augustine FL
Stay at this aparthotel in St. Augustine. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Castillo de San Marcos National Monument ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (270 reviews)
The room was clean, cozy and quiet. Fantastic view. Comfortable! Would stay here again and highly recommend.

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

Inn at Camachee Harbor
Postcard Cabins Gilchrest Spring, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Postcard Cabins Gilchrest Spring, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

2 out of 5
1699 NE Co Rd 337 High Springs FL
Stay at this cabin in High Springs. Enjoy free parking, patios, and climate control. Popular attractions Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (176 reviews)
An amazing experience. They thought of the little things. Boxes of s’mores by the fire.

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Postcard Cabins Gilchrest Spring, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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