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Fountain Of Youth Archaeological ParkvsColonial Quarter
Both are endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Colonial Quarter is the choice of most professionals compared to Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park. Colonial Quarter has a TripExpert Score of 86 with endorsements from 6 reviewers including Michelin Guide, Frommer's and Lonely Planet.
Fountain Of Youth Archaeological Park
Frommer's
Travel + Leisure
Afar Magazine
Where
Atlas Obscura
Fodor's
11 Magnolia Ave., Saint Augustine, FL 32084
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Frommer's "There's still absolutely no evidence that Ponce de León visited the spot during his 1513 voyage." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Take a pit stop at the hokey but endearing Fountain of Youth. Who knows if the free slug of water is better than Botox, but it’s great fun." Full review
Afar Magazine "St. Augustine is full of history! The Fountain of Youth is a fun way to learn about the city's fascinating past. The park celebrates the Timucuan and Spanish history of the city." Full review
Where "Legend has it that it was here, on the site of the ancient Indian village of Seloy, that in 1513, Ponce de Leon arrived here in search of magical waters that could preserve youth." Full review
Atlas Obscura "A tribute to Ponce de Leon's supposed quest for eternal youth. " Full review
Fodor's "Excavations have also shown it was the site of a Franciscan mission to the Timucuan Indians. The park includes a replica of the mission, a Timucuan village and burial grounds, a boatyard." Full review
Colonial Quarter Fodor's Travel + Leisure
Michelin Guide Where Frommer's
33 St. George Street, Saint Augustine, FL 32084
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Fodor's "The 2-acre living history museum gives visitors a vivid sense of life in 16th-, 17th-, and 18th-century." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The city’s Mediterranean roots are most evident; take a time-warp stroll." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Old and young gradually discover a blacksmith at work in the restored blacksmith's, take part in a musket drill, marvel at the construction of a 16C vessel or climb to the top of the 17C watchtower." Full review
Where "Step back in time with this living history compound that depicts how residents lived from the 16th through 18th centuries." Full review
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Be sure to stop and see the 35-foot-tall replica of a 17th-century watchtower early residents once watched for impending invasions.
Frommer's "A two-acre trip back in time, spanning several centuries of the city's colorful history via interactive attractions and exhibits." Full review
