Fort Matanzas National Monument 8635 A1A S St. Augustine, FL 32250 View Map Phone: 904-471-0116 | Fort Matanzas, between St. Augustine and Marineland on AIA, was the scene of a bloody clash between the French and Spanish in 1565. The park is open daily from 9 am to 5:30 pm. Visitors can take a free boat ride to the restored fort on Rattlesnake Island. |
Marineland 9600 Oceanshore Boulevard St. Augustine, FL 32080 View Map Phone: 904-471-1111 Link: Marineland Website | Additional Phone: 888-279-9194, ext. 116. Further south of St. Augustine is Marineland, the world’s first oceanarium which hosts a 1.3 million gallon series of dolphin habitats. Here you can visit dolphins up-close in their aquatic world or even swim with the beautiful creatures. There are several types of programs to choose from. General admission is $11.95, and $6.95 for children 3 to 12, seniors $10.95 (age 60 and over). Open seven days a week from 9 am until 4:30 pm. |