ST. AUGUSTINE LIGHTHOUSE AND MUSEUM
CLIMB 219 STEPS TO SEE A BREATHTAKING VIEW
A collection of 19,000 objects, archival documents and archaeological specimens is held in trust for future generations at the Museum. Over 216,000 visitors including thousands of school age children enjoy educational programs and tours. Visitors can step up to help the non-profit St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum save maritime history. The Museum is a Smithsonian affiliate that was accredited by the American Alliance of Museums in 2017.
The current lighthouse tower is 145 years old in October 2019. It is one part of an aid-to-navigation system here supporting military defense, travel, trade, fishing, boat building and pleasure boating since the 16th century.
FOLLOW US:
100 Red Cox Drive
St. Augustine, Florida 32080
info@staugustinelighthouse.org
We are open 9 am – 6 pm daily. Last admission at 5:30 pm. Free Parking.
Discover the history and mystery of the St. Augustine Lighthouse:
- 1880 Keepers’ House: Learn the true history behind the light station, including the paranormal experiences of previous guests and staff.
- 1874 Lighthouse Tower: Ascend the 219 steps of our lighthouse tower for a nighttime view of the Nation’s Oldest City.
- 6 Acres of Nature Trails: Explore the light station grounds, including the Maritime Hammock Nature Trails and World War II-era U.S. Coast Guard buildings
