One thing that St. Augustine does indisputably right is the holiday season. There’s never any shortage of tinsel and lights, bells and bows, and all of the other holiday decorations you could imagine. And one of the holiday’s most enthusiastic participants is the local bed & breakfasts. But if you’ve ever wondered what beauty is beyond their wreath-clad doors, you’re now in luck. Because it’s time again for the annual Bed & Breakfast Holiday Tour! Now in its 26th year, this tour will guide you through the historic inns of the city and introduce you to some delicious local food.
THE BASICS
This weekend-long event will take place on Saturday, December 14 and Sunday, December 15 from 1-5 pm. There will also be a bonus day on Monday, December 16 for attendees to tour participating museums throughout the town (many museums will also be open for tour-goers on Saturday and Sunday). This year’s event features over 20 bed & breakfasts beautifully decorated for the holiday season under the theme, “The Movies of Christmas.”
This event is a self-guided walking tour, so each guest will be provided with a map to help them navigate throughout the homes. There is also an option to take the complimentary Old Town Trolley shuttle for those who do not wish to walk the entirety of the event. The shuttle will be running from 12-4 pm on Saturday and Sunday.
Attendees will have the chance to explore some of the most historic Inns and B&Bs of our town, as well as indulge in some delicious treats! Each inn partners with a local restaurant, providing guests the chance to enjoy signature dishes that capture the local flavor of our city.
PARTICIPATING INNS
Saturday, December 14
Agustin Inn, 29 Cuna Street
Restaurant Partner: Michael’s
Carriage Way B&B, 70 Cuna Street
Restaurant Partners: St. Augustine Distillery and Barley Republic
Casablanca Inn, 24 Avenida Menendez
Restaurant Partner: Brunch Restaurant
Casa de Sueños, 20 Cordova Street
Restaurant Partners: Mojo BBQ and The Gifted Cork
Castle Garden, 15 Shenandoah Street
Restaurant Partner: Amici’s Italian Restaurant
Centennial House, 26 Cordova Street
Restaurant Partner: ChocoLattes
Inn on Charlotte, 52 Charlotte Street
Restaurant Partner: Thai House & Sushi Bar
Old Powder House, 38 Cordova Street
Restaurant Partner: Blackfly the Restaurant
44 Spanish Street Inn, 44 Spanish Street
Restaurant Partner: Ice Plant Restaurant
63 Orange Street Inn, 63 Orange Street
Restaurant Partner: Florida Cracker Cafe
Sunday, December 15
At Journey’s End, 89 Cedar Street
Restaurant Partner: Catch 27
Bayfront Marin, 142 Avenida Menendez
Restaurant Partner: Taberna Del Caballo
Bayfront Westcott House, 146 Avenida Menendez
Restaurant Partner: Harry’s Seafood Bar and Grille
Casa de Solana , 21 Aviles Street
Restaurant Partner: El Potro Restaurant
Cedar House Inn, 79 Cedar Street
Restaurant Partner: Aviles Restaurant
The Collector Luxury Inn and Gardens, 149 Cordova Street
Restaurant Partner: St. Augustine Distillery
Kenwood Inn, 38 Marine Street
Restaurant Partner: O.C. White’s Restaurant
Old City House Inn, 115 Cordova Street
Restaurant Partner: Old City House Restaurant
Peace and Plenty Inn, 87 Cedar Street
Restaurant Partner: Lovin’ Oven
Penny Farthing Inn, 87 Cedar Street
Restaurant Partner: San Sebastian Winery
St. Francis Inn, 279 St. George Street
Restaurant Partner: Meehan’s Irish Pub & Seafood
Victorian House, 11 Cadiz Street
Restaurant Partner: Chatsworth Pub
BONUS DAY MUSEUMS
Colonial Oak Music Park, 33 St. George Street
Lightner Museum, 75 King Street
Lincolnville Museum, 102 Martin Luther King Avenue
Oldest House Museum, 14 St. Francis Street
Peña-Peck House Museum, 143 St. George Street
St. Augustine Art Association, 22 Marine Street
St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum, 100 Red Cox Rd.
Trinity Episcopal Church, 215 St. George Street
Villa Zorayda Museum, 83 King Street
TICKETS
Admission to this event is $45. You can purchase tickets online here. Tickets will also be on sale in person at The Lighter Museum on Saturday, December 14 and Sunday, December 15. Once you’ve purchased your ticket, you can begin your tour at any of the participating inns. At your first inn, you will exchange your ticket receipt for an official tour pass, complimentary tote bag, and informational guidebook (which includes a map of the tour and coupons to use at participating venues around town).
This year’s proceeds will go toward Investing in Kids (INK!), a non-profit organization that benefits the St. Johns County School District by providing tools and resources to help students.
For more information about this year’s Bed & Breakfast Holiday Tour, visit www.staugustineholidaytourofhistor.godaddysites.com. All images via Facebook .