Palencia
St. Augustine
Popular places to visit

St. Augustine Beach
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at St. Augustine Beach, a popular beach in St. Augustine. Experience the area's fascinating museums and great live music.

World Golf Village
You can study the exhibits at World Golf Village, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to St. Augustine. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in this quaint area.

St. George Street
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at St. George Street during your visit to St. Augustine. You can enjoy the coffeehouses while in the area.

Vilano Beach
Why not spend a carefree 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.

Anastasia State Park
Camp in the forest and relax on spectacular beaches when you visit one of Florida’s most beautiful state parks.
Things to do

Take a Scenic Boat Ride in St. Augustine

St. Augustine Live Music Cruise with Drinks and Sunset Option

St. Augustine: Dolphin and Wildlife Historical Boat Tour

St.Augustine: Torture Museum, Ghost Hunt, & Tiny Art Tickets

Wine Tasting Cruise in St. Augustine

Airboat Adventure in Saint Augustine with a Guide
Top hotels in Palencia

Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
Loved it
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026

Guy Harvey Resort on St Augustine Beach
The staff was very nice and welcoming. The room and hotel were clean. The hotel is right on the beach. It does lack a hot tub, some outdoor activities (ping pong table would've been nice). Overall, it was a good hotel. It is about a mile away from all the restaurants, but it's an easy drive. Would ...
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026

Wyndham Garden Jacksonville
Clean room nice staff the restaurant was not opened on Sunday to order breakfast and the microwave has a safety loc on it had to call for help but this was still a nice place I will go here again
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026

Best Western Seaside Inn
Very comftable
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026

Villa 1565
Our room was out by the pool and so it was away from the noise of the parking lot. Convenient liquor store attached to the property and it was very convenient to the tourist shuttles particularly the one run by Lloyd who picked us up and took us back to and from the concerts we went to each ...
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026

The Smart Stay Inn
The breakfast was above average.
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Palencia

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.

Nelmar Terrace
If you're spending some time in Nelmar Terrace, Matanzas River and San Marco Antique Mall are top sights worth seeing.

Magnolia
While visiting Magnolia, you might make a stop by sights like Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park and Mission of Nombre de Dios.

Ravenswood
When in Ravenswood, you can plan a visit to San Sebastian Winery and Ripley's Believe It Or Not, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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.
