St. Augustine Golf Trip Planning Guide
St. Augustine puts you within striking distance of TPC Sawgrass and World Golf Village while offering a historic downtown packed with bars, restaurants, and character. The cobblestone streets, Spanish colonial architecture, and waterfront nightlife give this trip a vibe no other Florida golf town can match.
Quick Facts
Spring, Fall
JAX (55 min drive)
$40–$600
$400/night
0 of 4
~$350/person
Sample 3-Day Itinerary
Here's a realistic 3-day itinerary for a group golf trip to St. Augustine. Every venue below is real and pulled from our curated database — no filler.
Day 1
TPC Sawgrass - Stadium Course — parkland, $350–$600 · 4.7★
Home of THE PLAYERS Championship. Island green at 17. The most iconic public tee time in golf.
The Floridian — southern, $$$
Farm-to-table Southern cuisine with a modern twist. Best restaurant in St. Augustine.
Scarlett O'Hara's — patio · Open late
Live music, giant patio, and strong drinks on the main drag. The group gathering spot.
Day 2
World Golf Village - Slammer & Squire — parkland, $60–$120 · 4.6★
Sam Snead and Gene Sarazen tribute course. Bobby Weed design with great variety.
World Golf Hall of Fame — 2-3 hours, $25–$35/pp
Golf history museum with a putting challenge. Perfect pre-trip warm-up.
Cap's on the Water — seafood, $$$
Waterfront seafood with Intracoastal views. Datil pepper shrimp is a must.
The Ice Plant — cocktail · Open late
Craft cocktails in a restored ice factory. Best cocktail bar in town by a mile.
Day 3
St. Johns Golf & Country Club — parkland, $40–$75 · 4.5★
Clyde Johnston design that punches above its price. Good value round to balance the splurge days.
St. Augustine Distillery Tour — 1-2 hours, $0–$15/pp
Free tours and tastings in a gorgeous old ice plant building. The bourbon is legit.
The Columbia Restaurant — upscale, $$$
Historic Spanish restaurant since 1905. Cuban sandwiches, paella, and sangria pitchers.
Dos Gatos — dive · Open late
Tiny, dark, cash-only bar with strong drinks and local character. A hidden gem.
Course-by-Course Guide
St. Augustine has 4 courses worth playing, including 1 bucket-list tier layout.
Where to Stay
St. Augustine has 2 group-friendly lodging options in our database, starting at $400/night for the whole house.
$500–$1800 /night
St. Augustine Historic District
$400–$1200 /night
St. Augustine Beach / Anastasia Island
Group Dining Guide
5 restaurants vetted for group golf trips. Several can handle large parties without a reservation headache.
The Floridian
$$$Farm-to-table Southern cuisine with a modern twist. Best restaurant in St. Augustine.
Cap's on the Water
$$$Waterfront seafood with Intracoastal views. Datil pepper shrimp is a must.
The Columbia Restaurant
$$$Historic Spanish restaurant since 1905. Cuban sandwiches, paella, and sangria pitchers.
Catch 27
$$$Fresh catch in an intimate setting on St. George Street. Elevated but not fussy.
Michael's St. Augustine
$$$$Award-winning chef-driven steak and seafood at Vilano Beach with Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence
Nightlife
3 bars curated for groups. 3 stay open past midnight.
Scarlett O'Hara's
Late nightLive music, giant patio, and strong drinks on the main drag. The group gathering spot.
The Ice Plant
Late nightCraft cocktails in a restored ice factory. Best cocktail bar in town by a mile.
Dos Gatos
Late nightTiny, dark, cash-only bar with strong drinks and local character. A hidden gem.
Activities Beyond Golf
5 off-course activities for rest days or afternoons.
World Golf Hall of Fame
Golf history museum with a putting challenge. Perfect pre-trip warm-up.
St. Augustine Distillery Tour
Free tours and tastings in a gorgeous old ice plant building. The bourbon is legit.
Deep Sea Fishing Charter
Offshore trips for mahi, kingfish, and snapper out of Camachee Cove.
Old Town Trolley Pub Crawl
Guided trolley through historic bars with drinks at each stop.
Castillo de San Marcos
17th-century Spanish stone fortress. Quick morning walk with incredible history.
Getting There
Fly into Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) — it's a 55-minute drive to St. Augustine. For groups of 8+, consider booking a shuttle or party bus from the airport (local providers include St. Augustine Trolley Charters and Old Town Trolley). Renting two SUVs usually works for groups of 4-8.