The Charming City In Florida Where You Can Still Experience An Old-Fashioned Christmas
Every year, the city of St. Augustine, Florida, goes all out in terms of holiday decor. This charming spot, which also is said to be the oldest city in the country, is a must-visit travel spot when Christmas starts rolling around. With the event dubbed Nights of Lights, St. Augustine turns into the perfect place to enjoy an old-fashioned Christmas. Complete with horse-drawn carriage rides and everything!
Celebrating 29 years from November 19, 2022 through January 29, 2023, St. Augustine turns into an old-fashioned Christmas wonderland known as Nights of Lights.
Free of charge in the Nation’s Oldest City, visitors will be able to enjoy a most magical atmosphere with lights draped all over the Spanish architecture and palm trees.
But what’s more is that beyond just strolling the streets and enjoying the holiday festivities, there are other events and activities you can enjoy. Grab some cocoa from a local restaurant or take a horse-drawn carriage ride.
Different historical buildings throughout the city will offer tours, too, on an individual basis. For instance, you can tour the Lightner Museum or the Lighthouse for even more fun.
Have you ever been to St. Augustine, Florida, during Christmastime? Was it as magical as you imagined? We’d love to hear from you in the comments section! Or if you want to learn more about NIghts of Lights in St. Augustine for this year, then check out the Visit St. Augustine Tourism Page.
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A New Jersey native with over 15 years of writing experience, Marisa has studied at both New York University and Florida International University. She has lived all over the country, including a decade stint in South Florida. Marisa is well-versed in exploration as she travels a good majority of the year in her self-converted Sprinter van. Her articles have been featured in various notable publications over the years, she has a published collection of short stories, and three completed screenplays under her belt.
