Vilano Beach
A quiet beach reached by crossing the bridge north of the old town, with retro neon signs and a pier, ideal for avoiding the crowds at the main beaches.
Vilano Beach sits at the northern mouth of Matanzas Bay, across the water from the old town. Its wide sand and smaller crowds make it popular for surfing and fishing. The retro “Vilano Beach” sign at the town entrance and the bayside pier are photo spots, and there are plenty of seafood restaurants nearby. It is about a 10-minute drive from the old town.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Fort Mose Historic State Park
- Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park
- Old St. Johns County Jail
- Mission Nombre de Dios
- Castillo de San Marcos
- St. George Street
- Oldest Wooden School House
- St. Augustine Pirate & Treasure Museum