Palencia Travel Guide
St. Augustine
Popular places to visit
St. Augustine Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at St. Augustine Beach, a popular beach in St. Augustine. Experience the area's great live music and fascinating museums.
World Golf Village
You can study the exhibits at World Golf Village, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in St. Augustine. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in this quaint area.
St. George Street
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at St. George Street during your visit to St. Augustine. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
Explore one of the the oldest standing masonry forts in North America and watch cannons being fired from the ramparts.
Vilano Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Vilano Beach during your travels in St. Augustine? Amble around this family-friendly area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Anastasia State Park
Camp in the forest and relax on spectacular beaches when you visit one of Florida’s most beautiful state parks.
Top hotels in Palencia
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
Stay in the corner oceanfront suites. Always a great experience. Spacious, close to elevator and nice.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Guy Harvey Resort on St Augustine Beach
The beach access is great. Wish they had a coffee bar away from the restaurant. The tiki bar was a good time with live music.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Wyndham Garden Jacksonville
Hyatt Place St. Augustine/Vilano Beach
Loved this hotel. It was dog friendly , we could walk to Vilano beach and the hotel has a great Bar and restaurants
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Villa 1565
The pictures are much nicer than in person, Couldn't hardly see the pool from all the shrubs grown up, Room was ok but not what i expected. Shower water pressure came out a trickle. The furniture was scratched up and a big patch of white spray paint on the wall under the TV. The morning of my departure ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
The Smart Stay Inn
Friendly desk people
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Palencia
Vilano Beach
Travellers to Vilano Beach praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Vilano Beach and Castle Otttis.
Nelmar Terrace
While visiting Nelmar Terrace, you might make a stop by sights like Davenport Park and Matanzas River.
Magnolia
While visiting Magnolia, you might make a stop by sights like Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park and Mission of Nombre de Dios.
Ravenswood
While Ravenswood may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like San Sebastian Winery and Ripley's Believe It Or Not.
Uptown
While visiting Uptown, you might make a stop by sights like Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park and Mission of Nombre de Dios.
Flagler Model Land
While visiting Flagler Model Land, you might make a stop by sights like Flagler College Tennis Center and Grace United Methodist Church.
