Grapevine to Jacksonville: Two Days of Fun in Florida!

1. Day 1: St. Augustine
   16 hours (1,052 miles) from Grapevine, TX

   St. Augustine is the oldest city in the United States, founded in 1565. You can visit historical sites like the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, the Lightner Museum, and the St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum. For a fun and unique experience, visit Potter's Wax Museum, the oldest wax museum in the country.

2. Day 2: Daytona Beach and Kennedy Space Center
   1 hour and 30 minutes (61 miles) from St. Augustine

   No trip to Florida is complete without a day at the beach! Daytona Beach is just a short drive from St. Augustine and offers miles of soft sand and clear water. After soaking up the sun, head over to the Kennedy Space Center for an out-of-this-world experience. Highlights include the Shuttle Launch Experience, the Apollo/Saturn V Center, and the Astronaut Training Experience.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Castillo de San Marcos National Monument (1-2 hours, $10)
• Lightner Museum (1-2 hours, $15)
• St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum (2-3 hours, $13)
• Potter's Wax Museum (1-2 hours, $10)
• Daytona Beach (2-4 hours, free)
• Kennedy Space Center (4-6 hours, $57)
Total Estimated Costs: $105+

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, consider visiting the Alligator Farm or taking a ghost tour in St. Augustine. If you have less time, skip visiting Potter's Wax Museum or the Lightner Museum.