St. Augustine, Florida

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What's the best time of year to visit St. Augustine?

  • What's St. Augustine weather like in summer?

  • What's St. Augustine weather like in winter?

  • When is hurricane season in St. Augustine?

  • Does it rain a lot in St. Augustine?

  • How humid does it get in St. Augustine?

  • What should I pack for a St. Augustine trip?

  • Is St. Augustine light harsh at midday in summer?

  • Is St. Augustine safe for visitors?

  • Is the historic district safe to walk around at night?

  • Is it safe to carry expensive camera gear around St. Augustine?

  • Is it safe to walk around St. Augustine alone at night?

  • What should I do if I get lost in St. Augustine?

  • Is it safe to take photos of strangers in St. Augustine?

  • How do I avoid pickpockets in busy tourist areas like St. George Street?

  • What's the best area to stay in St. Augustine?

  • Is staying in the historic district worth it?

  • What's Anastasia Island like?

  • Is Vilano Beach a good area to stay?

  • What's Lincolnville known for?

  • Is St. Augustine walkable?

  • Do I need a car in St. Augustine?

  • Do I need a permit to take photos in St. Augustine?

  • Can I use a tripod in the historic district without a permit?

  • Is casual, non-commercial photography allowed without a permit?

  • Do I need a permit for professional photography at Castillo de San Marcos?

  • Do I need a permit to shoot at Villa Zorayda Museum?

  • Do I need a permit to photograph inside the Lightner Museum courtyard?

  • Do I need a permit for a shoot at Washington Oaks Gardens State Park?

  • What triggers the need for a city film and photography permit in St. Augustine?

  • Is there an insurance requirement for permitted shoots in St. Augustine?

  • Do I need a permit to close off part of a sidewalk for a shoot?

  • Can I photograph people in public in St. Augustine without asking?

  • Do I need a model release for editorial photos in St. Augustine?

  • Are there restrictions on shooting near St. George Street's vendors and artists?

  • Do Florida state parks near St. Augustine require a photography permit?

  • Can I use a tripod on the beaches near St. Augustine?

  • What are the best photo spots in St. Augustine?

  • Is Castillo de San Marcos worth photographing?

  • What's the best spot to photograph the Bridge of Lions?

  • Is Flagler College worth photographing?

  • What's the best street for architectural photography in St. Augustine?

  • Where can I photograph St. George Street?

  • Is the St. Augustine Lighthouse worth visiting for photos?

  • What's the best spot to photograph Spanish moss and oak trees?

  • Is Magnolia Avenue worth photographing?

  • Where's a good spot to photograph the Matanzas Bay waterfront?

  • Is Villa Zorayda worth photographing?

  • What's a good spot for classic Old Florida architecture?

  • Where can I photograph colonial-era buildings in St. Augustine?

  • What's the best spot for sunrise photos in St. Augustine?

  • What's the best spot for sunset photos in St. Augustine?

  • What time is golden hour in St. Augustine?

  • Is the beach or the gardens side better for sunrise at Washington Oaks?

  • What's the best time of day to shoot St. George Street?

  • Is there a good blue hour to shoot the Bridge of Lions?

  • Is there a good camera store in St. Augustine?

  • Can I rent camera gear in St. Augustine?

  • Where can I get my camera repaired near St. Augustine?

  • Where's the nearest full-service camera store if St. Augustine doesn't have one?

  • Where can I buy memory cards or batteries if I forget mine?

  • What food is St. Augustine known for?

  • How expensive is St. Augustine compared to other Florida cities?

  • Do I need to tip in St. Augustine?

  • How much should I tip in St. Augustine?

  • Is tap water safe to drink in St. Augustine?

  • Are credit cards accepted everywhere in St. Augustine?

  • How much cash should I carry in St. Augustine?

  • Is St. Augustine mostly English speaking?

  • Is there a language barrier for visitors in St. Augustine?

  • Are there events or festivals worth photographing in St. Augustine?

  • When are the St. Augustine Nights of Lights?

  • Is the Nights of Lights display worth photographing?

  • What's the best seasonal event to photograph in St. Augustine?

  • Are there farmers markets worth photographing in St. Augustine?

  • How many days do I need to see St. Augustine?

  • What's the biggest mistake first-time visitors make in St. Augustine?

  • Is St. Augustine overwhelming for first-time visitors?

  • What's something most tourists miss in St. Augustine?

  • Is it better to explore St. Augustine alone or with a guide?

  • Is St. Augustine walkable enough to skip a car once you're downtown?

  • What's a good day trip from St. Augustine for photography?

  • Are the nearby beaches worth visiting for photos?

  • Is Anastasia State Park worth photographing?

  • What's the closest natural area to St. Augustine for landscape photography?

  • Is St. Augustine good for street photography?

  • What makes St. Augustine's light different from the rest of Florida?

  • Is fog common in St. Augustine mornings?

  • What's the oldest building in St. Augustine worth photographing?

  • Is the Fountain of Youth park worth photographing?

  • What's the best time to avoid crowds for photos in the historic district?

  • Is St. Augustine crowded on weekends?

  • What's the biggest visual difference between St. Augustine and Orlando for photography?

  • Are there ghost tours or historic walks worth photographing at night?

  • Is nighttime photography in the historic district good?

  • What airport should I fly into for St. Augustine?

  • How do I get from Jacksonville International Airport to St. Augustine?

  • Do I need a car in St. Augustine if I'm also visiting nearby areas?

  • Is St. Augustine's public transit good enough to skip a rental car?

  • What's the best way to get between St. Augustine and Jacksonville?