St. Augustine Lighthouse
Florida History
Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins
The Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park is a 6-acre Florida state park in Old Homosassa containing the partial remains of a 5,000-acre antebellum plantation. Owned by David Levy Yulee, Florida’s first U.S. Senator, the steam-driven mill used slave labor to supply sugar and molasses to Confederate troops during the Civil War. It is the second smallest Florida state park.
Mount Dora Train Depot
The Mount Dora Historic Train Depot (341 N Alexander St) is a beautifully preserved 1915 railway station listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Today, it serves as the home for the Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center and functions as a popular community event space.
Florida’s Oldest Bar
Nestled in historic downtown Fernandina Beach, the Palace Saloon is considered Florida’s oldest bar (1903). Stop in for a cold brew, great live music, amazing decor and super friendly bartenders. Try the Pirates Punch!
Amelia Island Museum of History
Learn all about the fascinating history of the “Isle of Eight Flags” at the Amelia Island Museum of History in Fernandina Beach!
Ponce Preserve
Take a short stroll through scenic Ponce Preserve in Ponce Inlet to view this majestic 350-year-old live oak tree, which sits at the foot of the Green Mound State Archaeological Site, an ancient Native American midden. Don’t miss it!
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