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Unique Wedding Destinations in St. Augustine, Florida
by Norm Goldman
Artwork by Lily Azerad-Goldman


If you have not as yet discovered the oldest continuously occupied European settlement in the USA, St. Augustine Florida, you are in for a real treat.

How would you like to tie the knot where much of the Spanish architecture and cultural beauty of the 16th century have for the most part been preserved?

The first Europeans to set foot in St. Augustine, Florida were the Spaniards in 1565, and yes, contrary to common belief, this was 42 years prior to the Pilgrims landing at Plymouth Rock.

Imagine being able to celebrate your wedding in one of the scenic, historic or cultural St. Augustine venues or one of the scores of beautiful gardens that will create memories lasting a lifetime. Rest assured, a wedding celebrated in St. Augustine will have friends and relatives reminiscing for years about your legendary wedding.

Best of all, for the guests and even the honeymoon couple who wish to vacation in St. Augustine after the "big day," this fascinating city offers the best in accommodations, restaurants and attractions without the lines and crowds that intrude on romantic getaways experienced in other destinations.

A word of caution, with so many venues to choose from, it is wise to engage the services of a local wedding planner, who can get you on the right track and save you a great deal of time and money. Lily and I were fortunate to have as our personal guide Karen Erwin of St. Augustine Weddings & Special Events, who provided us with a tour of several possible wedding sites while we were visiting St. Augustine.

We were also fortunate to have made previous contact with a certified tour guide of St. Augustine, Kellie Sharpe, whose knowledge and website pertaining to St. Augustine are unbeatable. Kellie has provided an invaluable service to many visitors to St. Augustine.

Two other invaluable sources were Jay Humphreys, director of the St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & The Beaches Florida Convention Bureau and Kay Burtin of the St. Augustine Art Association. Jay’s knowledge of the history of St. Augustine was just amazing! Kay’s knowledge of the art scene in St. Augustine made us aware of the great art community of this fascinating city.

The following is a general sampling of some of the more popular venues Lily and I visited.

Artwork: Lily Azerad-Goldman; photos: St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & The Beaches VCB


Unique Wedding Venues in St. Augustine, Florida
Introduction Castillo de San Marcos

St. Augustine Lighthouse & Museum
Lightner Museum
Schooner Freedom The Oldest House (The Gonzalez-Alvarez)
St. Augustine Art Association Casa Monica Hotel
Raintree Restaurant A1A ALE WORKS
Columbia Restaurant Harry's Seafood-Bar-Grille
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