Where to View 4th of July Fireworks in St Augustine

St. Augustine boasts a spectacular fireworks display every year.  Here’s how can you make the St Augustine fireworks 2012 a memory to retell year after year:

Start Early!  July 3rd view fireworks at the World Golf Village!

Where to View Fireworks in St. Augustine

1. The green in front of the fort.  Arrive early to claim a spot- although fireworks won’t launch until after dark (traditionally between 9:00 & 9:30) the oldest city packs out for hours beforehand!  Show lasts 20 minutes and is accompanied by music- it’s a fantastic display!  Street closures between 8:30 & 10:30- reserve a room in old town for least hassle!
2. The Bridge of Lions.  Closed to traffic around 8:30, the Bridge becomes a great place to view the 4th of July Fireworks.
3. A1A AleWorks.  This Old Town staple has a 2nd floor balcony many have claimed as their preferred spot.  Call for reservations!
4. 4th of July on The White Room’s Rooftop.  $40 per adult includes dinner and a phenomenal view!
5. The Black Raven.  Fireworks (and food & a cruise) from a PIRATE SHIP!?! How cool is that?! $65 21 & up only
6. FREEDOM Schooner.  ~This relaxing sail is already SOLD OUT~
7. The St. Augustine Lighthouse.  For $40 per adult, be one of the few people to ever view this spectacular display from the St. Augustine Lighthouse! call 829.0745 ext. 207
8. Tini Martini Bar‘s small patio has a great view- as does Meehan’s Irish Pub, Harry’s, and Acapulco Mexican Restaurant.  Crucial Coffee, too, if you stretch it a bit.
9. Several hotels have waterfront views (Hilton, Monterey Inn, Casablanca Inn, Anchorage Inn & Edgewater Inn…) as well.  We’ve been known to enjoy the fireworks at Disney from our room while the littles are sleeping- you may want to do this in St. Augustine!
10. Putt Putt.  Keep the littles busy and enjoy the view!  (beside Bridge of Lions)
11. JP Henley’s & OC White’s.  These are both S of the Bridge of Lions but may offer a view.  Call for details.

Want to be the coolest Mom on the 4th?  Here are some food and backyard game ideas for while you’re waiting for the fireworks.

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