CELEBRATE
Take a Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride
There is something magical about the experience
of a horse-drawn carriage tour of the historic downtown
area. Listen to the “clip-clop” of hooves on old
cobblestone as you and your love ride comfortably
through what could easily be mistaken for the streets
of a European town.
Be a Beach Bum
Spend a few hours lounging on the pinkish coquina
sands of Vilano Beach, as the dolphins play in the
surf and you soak in the sun until the bright blue sky
transforms into a whisk of orange and red. Then head
over to one of the restaurants and grab a table with a
view of the ocean to finish watching the magnificent
sunset over dinner.
Sleep Well
Options abound regarding accommodations in St.
Augustine. Enchanting bed & breakfasts occupy
restored historic homes, offering hammocks and
home-cooked breakfasts, along with the individualized
attention of dedicated innkeepers. Luxury hotels tout
embellished suites, award-winning restaurants, and
extravagant amenities.
With so many romantic diversions, it’s easy to see why
brides and grooms from around the country choose St.
Johns County as the setting for their big day. For more
information about wedding services in St. Johns County,
please contact the Visitors & Convention Bureau at
904-829-1711 or visit www.floridashistoriccoast.com.
Getting Married
MARRIAGE LICENSES
St. Johns County Clerk of Courts ........... 904-819-3640
www.sjccoc.us/recording/marrlice.html
$93.50, good for 60 days.
The state of Florida requires a three-day waiting
period if both parties are Florida residents and have not
taken an approved marriage class. Along with payment,
both parties need to apply together and present picture
ID, Social Security Number, and if previously married,
show final decree or death certificate.
CEREMONIES & RECEPTIONS
ON ST. JOHNS COUNTY BEACHES
St. Johns County Beach Use Permits –
Special Events ........................................ 904-209-0752
www.sjcfl.us/hcp/events.aspx
St. Johns County’s 41.1 miles of coquina and white,
soft, sandy beaches provide a gorgeous natural setting
for your special event. For all beach areas in St. Johns
County (excluding St. Augustine Beach), a permit is
required. There is no fee to obtain this permit.
Consider the tide schedule when planning the
time of day for your special event. Complete permit
application and send to provided address for
approval. (This may take up to two weeks to process.)
www.sjcfl.us/hcp/media/AppMinorImpact
CEREMONIES AND RECEPTIONS
ON ST. AUGUSTINE BEACH
City of St. Augustine Beach –
City Manager’s Office ............................. 904-471-2122
www.staugbch.com/info.htm
Weddings or receptions on St. Augustine Beach
(the area of beach between Pope Road and Surf Drive)
are considered Special Events. Permits are required for
any wedding/reception with more than fifteen attendees
or for a wedding/reception of any size at which
there is amplified music or furniture (tents, canopies,
chairs, arbors, etc.). Permit fees are $100.00 for a
wedding and $100.00 for a reception. Applications
are available at the City Manager’s Office, 2200 A1A
South, St. Augustine Beach, FL 32080 or by e-mailing
sabadmin@cityofsab.org.
CEREMONY OFFICIANT / COORDINATORS
Elegant Events .................................. 904-797-2352
St. Augustine Wedding
& Events Assoc. ............................ 866-438-4320
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