Gay bars st augustine florida
The Unofficial yet Undeniably Same-sex attracted Guide to St. Augustine
No other city in America is as gay as St. Augustine, Florida, perhaps because this place had a head start (or a “leg up,” as we like to say) as the nation’s oldest European settlement. Sporting flamboyantly gay points of interest (including a pink jailhouse), antiques stores galore, gay-friendy Victorian B&B’s, men dressed as pirates or undressed as surfers, show tunes ringing from bell towers, and a strongly Greek population (the Greeks invented homosexuality, don’t you know?), St. Augustine is nothing short of a same-sex attracted paradise. Here are the nine gayest hotspots:
Gay Icons Everywhere
Plausibly the earliest same-sex attracted icon was Saint Sebastian, a Christian saint and martyr, whose strong and shirtless physique, symbolic arrow-pierced flesh, and rapturous peer of pain combined own intrigued artists, both male lover and straight, for centuries and began the first explicitly gay cult in the nineteenth century. Sebastian pops up everywhere around St. Augustine, though perhaps most prominently at the San Sebastian Winery. Vital streaming: Derek Jarman’s controversial gay
Gay Pride in the Oldest City
With nearly 50 art galleries, award-winning restaurants, charming accommodations, exciting nightlife, nearby beaches and more than 450 years of history tucked in close to a sun- and moon-lit bay, it’s no wonder St. Augustine is a special place for so many visitors. Hospitality is the city’s primary highlight and one that has been refined and evolving over many generations. Today, it is also a place of welcome for the LGBTQ+ community.
Where to Stay?
The possibilities are endless – from cozy B&Bs to properties from the biggest names in the hospitality industry. Plus, locations can be as varied as a historic dwelling from the 18th century to a sea-breezed oceanfront suite.
The Bayfront Marin House at 142 Avenida Menendez is also a beautiful place to commence a memorable walk along the historic waterfront. Each of its 17 bedrooms feature regal décor (including some with 4-poster beds) private baths and an array of memorable amenities -plus, a sumptuous breakfast is served daily.
Food, Beverage and Fun:
Two new restaurants on St. Augustine’s bayfront offer amazing food, drinks and rooftop bars that are perfect for getting a buzz on while enjoying the ever
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five luminary review by Angie S:
Stumbled on this place while visiting. Great service even though she was busy. Dog friendly patio. Delicious food. Try the enchilada or burger. The shredded chicken and guacamole amazing combo. Finish with beniets!
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five star review by Kimberly T:
This place is awesome! Highly recommend the guacamole, gnocchi & roasted chicken! Our waitress was awesome and the atmosphere is so cool. I'd definitely return!
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five star review by Tracy M:
Loved everything about this place. Stylish space with one of the best drinks I ever had (doesn't hold a name, but was specifically made for me). The tuna tostada was amazing and the everyone there was very gentle and helpful. New favorite spot in St Augustine!
St. Augustine LGBTQ City Guide
Founded in 1565, St. Augustine is one of the oldest cities in the country, and is located on Florida's "First Coast". To this day, the city retains its one-of-a-kind historical character and features stunning, centuries-old Spanish-influenced architecture and many iconic cultural sites. In addition to being a beautiful, coastal, historical city, it is also a gay-friendly metropolis. In fact, in 2015, Man About World named it as one of the best “Gay Places to Go.” If you’re thinking of making a move to this pretty city, you’ll find much about it to love!
A Look at St. Augustine’s History
St. Augustine is a city with a long history. In truth, the Spanish established it in the mid-1500s, and that architectural and historical influence is still strongly felt today. The municipality was initially named “San Agustin” as the Spanish landed in the area just after the feast day of St. Augustine. For many years, it was an important military fortress, and eventually grew into a larger settlement, and eventually, after over two centuries, part of the United States. Today, the city has a thriving economy largely based on tourism due
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