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Historic Streets Lead Toward Atlantic Horizons

St. Johns County, Florida

St. Johns County brings together historic St. Augustine, Atlantic beaches and coastal conservation areas. St. Augustine brings historic streets and museums into close proximity, while St. Augustine Beach and Ponte Vedra Beach offer coastal settings. The county extends beyond its best-known visitor district. A good itinerary separates downtown walking, beach access and more distant conservation areas into manageable outings. Use this guide to connect a day out with the practical resources that make local plans easier.

St. Johns County at a Glance

Population (2025 estimate)348,336 — April 1, 2025 estimate
County SeatSt. Augustine
Largest MunicipalitySt. Augustine — largest municipality, 2025 estimate
Established1821
ZIP CodeLook up by address
Total Area821.5 square miles, land and water (2025 Census geography)
Selected Major RoutesI-95, US 1, SR A1A, SR 16, SR 207
Common Area Codes904 / 324
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Tree Guys of St. Augustine — County advertisement
Ximenez-Fatio House Museum — County advertisement
Cathedral-Basilica in St. Augustine, Florida.
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St. Johns County

Established in 1821, St. Johns County has its county seat in St. Augustine. St. Augustine brings historic streets and museums into close proximity, while St. Augustine Beach and Ponte Vedra Beach offer coastal settings. The county extends beyond its best-known visitor district. A good itinerary separates downtown walking, beach access and more distant conservation areas into manageable outings. These places give the county more than one center of activity. Exploring the communities separately makes room for local character, instead of treating every destination as part of a single visitor district.

Everyday life in St. Johns County spans St. Augustine, St. Augustine Beach, Ponte Vedra Beach. Planning around the community you are actually visiting helps with travel, shopping and appointments. This guide connects local discoveries with county government, school information, library services and public resources. Use the linked agencies for current service arrangements, and check individual venues before setting out. County boundaries, municipal services and business service areas are not interchangeable.

What Shapes Us

Historic Streets

Begin with historic St. Augustine, Atlantic beaches and coastal conservation areas. Choose one part of the county to explore, then follow the official visitor resources for access and practical details.

Atlantic Shore

Get to know St. Augustine and the surrounding communities through their public spaces, local destinations and everyday services. Let the place itself shape your next stop.

Coastal Discovery

Pair a local outing with the practical information you need. Agency links, visitor resources and direct business contacts help turn an idea into a workable plan.

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Meet Local Businesses

Support the businesses that help make our communities thrive. From family-owned shops and restaurants to trusted local services, discover businesses worth visiting throughout the county.

Tree Guys of St. Augustine — County advertisement
Ximenez-Fatio House Museum — County advertisement
Everyday Connections

Find the right local resource

Use these direct agency links to plan visits, locate services and confirm current requirements.

Government

St. Johns County — Supervisor of Elections
Local government information and public services.

St. Johns County — Board of County Commissioners
Official office information and local public services.

St. Johns County — Clerk of Courts
Official office information and local public services.

St. Johns County — Property Appraiser
Official office information and local public services.

St. Johns County — Tax Collector
Official office information and local public services.

St. Johns County Property Appraiser
Property assessment records, exemptions and the local appraiser’s contacts.

County Supervisor of Elections Contact Lookup
Select St. Johns for the local election office’s official contact information; state directory updated September 24, 2026.

St. Johns County Government
County departments, public notices and public services.

Make Your Next Step Easier

Useful answers for exploring and everyday life.

St. Johns County Questions

Know Before You Go

Start with these county facts and direct links, then confirm the details that matter to your plans.

St. Johns County is associated with historic St. Augustine, Atlantic beaches and coastal conservation areas. Start with the official local visitor resource to choose a community and check the details for your visit.

Shop - Dine - Discover

Meet Local Businesses

Support the businesses that help make our communities thrive. From family-owned shops and restaurants to trusted local services, discover businesses worth visiting throughout the county.

Tree Guys of St. Augustine — County advertisement
Ximenez-Fatio House Museum — County advertisement
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Explore Local Places

Make room for a different kind of day

Follow the linked venues for visiting details and current availability.

Kids’ Fun

  1. St. Augustine Alligator Farm — Use the official website for current hours, reservations and visiting details.
  2. St. Augustine Aquarium — Use the official website for current hours, reservations and visiting details.
  3. Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park — Use the official website for current hours, reservations and visiting details.

Restaurants

  1. The Floridian — Use the official website for current hours, reservations and visiting details.
  2. Catch 27 — Use the official website for current hours, reservations and visiting details.
  3. Columbia Restaurant — St. Augustine — Spanish and Cuban dining; select the St. Augustine location for reservations and current details.

Shopping & Retail

  1. St. Augustine Premium Outlets — Use the official website for current hours, reservations and visiting details.
  2. Whetstone Chocolates — Use the official website for current hours, reservations and visiting details.
  3. San Sebastian Winery — Use the official website for current hours, reservations and visiting details.

Clothing & Boutiques

  1. Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store — See the center’s specific store page for location and current hours.
  2. Nike Factory Store — See the center’s specific store page for location and current hours.
  3. Tommy Bahama Outlet — See the center’s specific store page for location and current hours.

Outdoor Fun

  1. Anastasia State Park — Consult the official tourism listing for access, activities and the operator’s current details.
  2. GTM Research Reserve Visitor Center — Consult the official tourism listing for access, activities and the operator’s current details.
  3. Nocatee Preserve — Consult the official tourism listing for access, activities and the operator’s current details.

Free Things To Do

  1. Fort Matanzas National Monument — No entrance fee; verify ferry operation and ticket availability.
  2. St. Photios Greek Orthodox National Shrine — Check current access information.
  3. St. Augustine Art Association — Free gallery admission is identified by official tourism; check the current exhibition schedule.
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