The Best Beaches in Florida

Florida has some of the most renowned beaches in the country. If you are staying in St. Augustine, you have several beaching options each with their own pros and cons. Planning your vacation around these beach features can make your trip more enjoyable, streamlined, and convenient. Florida beaches are now open and likely won't close again!

St. Augustine Beach

Distance: 5.2 miles South
Reviews: 4.5/5 on TripAdvisor

St. Augustine Beach Weather

Is the St. Augustine Beach dog friendly?
Yes, as long as they are leashed.

Food Options: Plentiful

Where do I park at St. Augustine Beach?
Parking is free, as it's a public beach. If you want to drive on the sand you need to pay a $10 fee.

Is St. Augustine Beach popular?
St. Augustine is the most popular beach around. Tourists tout its cleanliness, beauty, and vehicle accessibility. The locals work incredibly hard to make sure everyone is safe, as there are plenty of lifeguards and police officers overlooking the area. If you want to raise your adrenaline, you can go four-wheeling on designated trails, which can be a fun alternative to tanning on the sand.

Feeling hungry? You are only a few steps away from top-notch cuisine of St. Augustine beach restaurants.

Restaurants near St. Augustine Beach
A1A Burrito Works is a quirky Mexican restaurant with a lot of spunk. Mango Mango's is a Caribbean Grill that knocks it out of the park, and Beachcomber St. Augustine serves up beachside burgers and fries!

Vilano Beach

Distance: 4.9 miles North
Reviews: 4.5/5 on TripAdvisor

Vilano Beach Weather

Is Vilano Beach dog friendly?
Yes, as long as it's on a leash.

Food Options: Plentiful

Where do I park at Vilano Beach?
Parking is free off the beach, but if you want to drive on the sand it's a $10 fee.

Things to Do at Vilano Beach
Those hoping to avoid the crowds should head north to Vilano Beach. The beaches here are highly acclaimed as safe, clean, and a lot of fun. Go shell hunting, visit the Vilano beach restaurants, or go fishing on the Vilano pier. It's one of the most accessible Florida beaches out there for its variety in entertainment.

Vilano Beach

Distance: 4.9 miles North
Reviews: 4.5/5 on TripAdvisor

Vilano Beach Weather

Is Vilano Beach dog friendly?
Yes, as long as it's on a leash.

Food Options: Plentiful

Where do I park at Vilano Beach?

Parking is free off the beach, but if you want to drive on the sand it's a $10 fee.

Things to Do at Vilano Beach

Those hoping to avoid the crowds should head north to Vilano Beach. The beaches here are highly acclaimed as safe, clean, and a lot of fun. Go shell hunting, visit the Vilano beach restaurants, or go fishing on the Vilano pier. It's one of the most accessible Florida beaches out there for its variety in entertainment.

Butler Beach

Distance: 8.4 miles South
Reviews: 4.5/5 on TripAdvisor

Butler Beach Weather

Is Butler Beach Dog Friendly?
Yes, if your pup is leashed, they can play on the beach.

Food Options: Minimal

Where do I park at Butler Beach?
Parking is free off the beach, but driving on the sand is a $10 fee.

Things to Do in Butler Beach
Just a few miles south of St. Augustine, Butler Beach offers an exceptional coastline experience. It has the potential to get crowded on the weekends, but most tourists are satisfied with the level of crowds. As with most of the western Florida beaches, the sand is pure white and lighter than other places.

You can ride your four-wheeler just as you can on St. Augustine beach. There aren't very many food options, so pack snacks or plan on picnicking.

Is Butler Beach safe?
Butler is the perfect family beach. There are usually lifeguards to keep you and your family safe, and if there isn't someone stationed they have flags to keep you informed on the ocean conditions.

Crescent Beach

Distance: 10.3 miles South
Reviews: 4.6/5 on TripAdvisor

Crescent Beach Weather

Is Crescent Beach dog-friendly?
Yes, as long as they're leashed.

Food Options: Minimal

Where do I park at Crescent Beach?
Parking is free off the beach, but driving on the sand is a $10 fee.

Things to Do at Crescent Beach
Continue driving down the coast and you'll find the quiet Crescent Beach. Because it's the furthest removed from St. Augustine, there aren't many restaurants to choose from.

It's a quiet beach, which may be preferable for elderly beachgoers. Because it's so isolated, it may deter families with young children just in case something catastrophic happens.

Crescent Beach

Distance: 10.3 miles South
Reviews: 4.6/5 on TripAdvisor

Crescent Beach Weather

Is Crescent Beach dog-friendly?

Yes, as long as they're leashed.

Food Options: Minimal
Where do I park at Crescent Beach?
Parking is free off the beach, but driving on the sand is a $10 fee.

Things to Do at Crescent Beach

Continue driving down the coast and you'll find the quiet Crescent Beach. Because it's the furthest removed from St. Augustine, there aren't many restaurants to choose from. It's a quiet beach, which may be preferable for elderly beachgoers. Because it's so isolated, it may deter families with young children just in case something catastrophic happens.

Come down to the beaches of the oldest city in Florida! Not only is it beautiful and relaxing, but you'll have a lot of ways to entertain yourself while you vacation here.
There is no better place to swim, tan, and make memories than coastal Florida.

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Distance: 5.2 miles SouthReviews: 4.5/5 on TripAdvisor

St. Augustine Beach Weather