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Ponce De Leon's Fountain of Youth
11 Magnolia Ave, St Augustine, FL 32084
904-829-3168,800-356-8222
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Approximately 35 miles south of Jacksonville is where the Spanish explorer Ponce de Leon is believed to have come ashore on April 2, 1513 in search of an elusive fountain of youth. The Landmark Cross, consisting of 27 different stone slabs, is on display. Stroll through the excavations of the original colony of St. Augustine, the continent's first European settlement. The planetarium outlines Ponce de Leon's voyage using celestial navigation. Admission is $6.50 adults, $5.50 seniors over 60, $3.50 children ages 6-12 and children under 6 are free.

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At Williams St

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9a-5p M-Su

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