• Mickler’s Landing Beach - This area is adorned with stunning beaches. The first stop is not far away: Mickler’s Landing, just ahead on the left. Enjoy surfing, collecting seashells, and finding shark teeth!

Note: The tour spans over 44 miles, featuring more than 38 audio stories, and takes approximately 2-3 hours to complete.

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• Old Jail Museum - Why is a former jail so attractive? Financier Henry Flagler wanted no unsightly buildings in St. Augustine, so the old jail was designed to resemble a Victorian manor!

• Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - The Spanish Governor took action by ordering the construction of the fort, which began in 1672. It took an impressive 23 years to complete!

• Mickler’s Landing - This area is adorned with stunning beaches. The first stop is not far away: Mickler’s Landing, just ahead on the left. Enjoy surfing, collecting seashells, and finding shark teeth!

• Guana Reserve Middle Beach - Quite a mouthful, isn’t it? Locals simply call it the Guana Reserve. Scientists from around the globe visit to study the diverse wildlife and plants in this vast estuary.

• Timucuan Ecological and Historical Preserve - The ocean played a significant role in the lives of the Timucua. They viewed the moon as a symbol of water. Since water was linked to life, the Timucua regarded the moon as the goddess of all mothers. Water’s importance in Timucuan society meant mothers were highly valued, with family lines traced through mothers rather than fathers.

• St. Augustine - Approaching the city of St. Augustine, founded in 1565 by Spanish admiral Pedro Menendez de Aviles, it is the oldest city in the United States, even predating Jamestown! Interestingly, St. Augustine was once a pirate haven for gold seekers.

• North Beach Park - Look for the large stone house on the right, then find the parking lot just beyond and turn in if you wish to visit.

• Bluebird of Happiness Statue - Traveling through Vilano Beach, a community known for its unique landmark, the Bluebird of Happiness awaits!

• Old Jail Museum - Locals claim the Old Jail is haunted. Visitors often feel a cold, clammy hand on their shoulders and sometimes detect a foul sewage odor, despite none being present. Spooky!

• Castillo de San Marcos National Monument - When engineers and stone masons arrived from Spain, they were unfamiliar with building a fort using the local coquina stones. These porous stones raised concerns about their durability against cannonballs, so they constructed walls nearly 20 feet thick for safety!

• Bridge of Lions - Former St. Augustine mayor Andrew Anderson donated the lions, named Fiel and Firme, meaning Faithful and Firm. They honor the city’s founder, Pedro Menendez de Aviles, whose coat of arms featured two lions!

• St. Augustine Lighthouse - The current lighthouse dates back to 1871, but previous versions have stood here since 1589! Lighthouse keepers have watched over this area for centuries, and some say they never left.

• Anastasia State Park - This park offers breathtaking scenery and is a fantastic spot for birdwatching, home to 195 bird species! That’s nearly a quarter of all bird species in the United States! While common birds like robins and herons reside here, some species are unique to this location.

• Crescent Beach Park - Named for its crescent moon-shaped coastline, this beach exudes an “old Florida vibe.” Visit between May and October to possibly see nesting sea turtles!

• Fort Matanzas National Monument - In 1740, the Governor of Georgia, a British colony, attempted to seize St. Augustine, a Spanish territory. Fortunately, the St. Augustine mayor suspected British intentions and sent a courier to Havana for supplies.

• Matanzas River - The name “Matanzas” translates to “killings” or “slaughter” in Spanish. Why such a violent name for a beautiful river? It dates back to 1565 when the river ran red with blood. Here’s the story:

• Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
• Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
• Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
• Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
• Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
• Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
• Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
• Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!

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Set off on an unforgettable adventure along Florida’s A1A Scenic Highway with this self-guided driving tour. Begin your journey in Jacksonville Beach and conclude at Fort Matanzas, just south of Saint Augustine. Along the route, prepare to be amazed by vast white sand beaches, historic architecture, and much more. As you travel, enjoy captivating audio stories about the region’s flora, fauna, and history, from its era as the Winter Film Capital to a catastrophic fire that nearly destroyed Saint Augustine. This A1A driving tour is the perfect way to fully experience your scenic drive!

After booking, check your email or text messages to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the specified starting point.

New, lifetime access with no expiration. Use it anytime, as often as you like.

Please note, this is not an entrance ticket. Verify opening hours before your visit.

• How To Access: After booking, you’ll get an email and text with setup instructions and password (search “audio tour” in emails and texts). • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password sent by email and text. • MUST download the tour while in strong wifi/cellular. • Works offline after download.
• How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
• Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
• Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
• Savings tips: Driving tours: purchase just one tour for everyone in the car
• New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
• Audio Setup: Connect your phone to your car’s stereo system using Bluetooth, USB, or AUX. For the best experience, consider using headphones for walking tours. Audio playback is compatible with Apple CarPlay, with navigation features coming soon. Support for Android Auto is also on the way.
• The tour requires a supported mobile device for navigation. Please use an iPhone with iOS 15 or later, an Android device with Android 9 or later, or an iPad/tablet with GPS and cellular service.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.