St. Augustine has been recognized as one of the Top 10 Small Cities in the United States by Condé Nast Traveler’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. The city earned fourth place on the list, which was published on October 7, 2025.
“We’re thrilled to see St. Augustine receive this honor,” said Susan Phillips, President and CEO of the St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & The Beaches Visitors and Convention Bureau. “To be named one of the best by travelers who have experienced our destination, that’s a testament to our wonderful community of tourism and hospitality professionals. They strive to make St. Augustine a memorable place to explore, connect, and relax. To be included in this list for multiple years speaks volumes.”
The annual awards are based on votes from readers of Condé Nast Traveler magazine, with more than 757,000 votes cast in its 38th year. Two cities from Florida were featured: St. Augustine at fourth place and Pensacola at tenth.
St. Augustine was noted for its history and charm by voters. Founded in 1565, it is considered the oldest continuously occupied settlement of European and African-American origin in the country. The city offers attractions such as beaches, waterways, colonial Spanish architecture, museums with historic artifacts and fine arts.
Popular sites include Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, St. Augustine Lighthouse and Maritime Museum, and St. Augustine Distillery; events like Nights of Lights and the Celtic Music & Heritage Festival; restaurants such as La Nouvelle Bistro; and lodging options including Casa Monica Resort & Spa.
Earlier this year, Condé Nast Traveler also listed St. Augustine among America’s most beautiful towns while Booking.com named it as the only U.S location among its World’s Most Welcoming Cities for 2025.
Florida’s Historic Coast covers areas between Daytona Beach and Jacksonville including St. Augustine itself along with Ponte Vedra’s golf resorts and rural communities like Hastings.
For more information about visiting Florida’s Historic Coast or local visitor centers: www.FloridasHistoricCoast.com
