Experts' Choice Award St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum
What the experts agree on
An 1874 lighthouse with 219 steps to sweeping city views, set unusually in a residential neighborhood. The maritime museum is worth a quick visit if you're in the area, though climbing the tower is the main draw.
Afar Magazine "I still enjoyed it and walked a few steps to go inside the museum that while you're there, could at least check out if you have the time. " Full review
Where "Completed in 1874, the lighthouse offers visitors a rare view of the ancient city—once they climb the 219 steps that lead up to the 165-foot tower." Full review
Fodor's "It's unusual to find a lighthouse tucked into a residential neighborhood. This 1874 version replaced an earlier one built when the city was founded in 1565. " Full review
Frommer's "Network's popular show Ghost Hunters filmed an episode here and found that, after a thorough investigation, the lighthouse is, indeed, haunted!" Full review
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You should be in good condition (children must be at least 7 years old and 4 ft. tall) to climb the 219 steps to the top of the lighthouse.
