St. Augustine is a stunning city located on the coast of Florida. It’s filled with history which makes it an amazing city to host your wedding! If you are thinking about having a St. Augustine wedding, there are many different ways to make it unique and special. We decided to compile a list of 5 of our favorite to make your St. Augustine wedding unique.

 

1. Host a tour for guests

St. Augustine is the oldest inhabited city in the US, and it’s historic district is a beautiful city to explore. You might want to consider hosting a walking tour for your guests before the wedding to show off some of the some of the city’s best historic sites, for example, the Castillo de San Marcos or the Lightner Museum. If you would like to add some pizazz or some spice to your guests stay, you could also host a ghost tour!

2. Use a unique mode of transportation

St. Augustine is known for its charming horse-drawn carriages, trolleys, vintage cars, and more! One of the most iconic images from St. Augustine is of the horse-drawn carriage rides that wind through the city’s historic district. There’s other super unique means of transportation like trolleys that can take your guests on a tour around the city before or after your ceremony. Another fun way to add some flare and elegance is by arriving in a vintage car to your wedding!

3. Choose a unique wedding venue

St. Augustine offers a variety of wedding venues, from historic buildings to beachside properties. To make your wedding unique, choose a venue that reflects your style and personality. For example, you could have your wedding at a historic mansion, rustic barn, or beachside resort. There are many venues that have unique features like a courtyard or a rooftop deck, to create memorable settings for your big day.

4. Offer a local experience for your guests

Give your guests a taste of St. Augustine by offering a local experience as a part of your wedding festivities. You could visit a local distillery or winery and have a private tour and tasting. You could also visit the local farmers market or enjoy the nature that St. Augustine has to offer and go paddleboarding or kayaking.

5. Include local musicians or performers

St. Augustine is home to a local to an amazing arts and music scene, and incorporating local musicians or performers into your wedding will definitely add a unique touch to your big day! You can have a local band or DJ play during your reception to give it that special flare.

Now you’re ready to plan your wedding in St. Augustine!

These are just a few of our favorite things that you could include in your St. Augustine wedding that can make it so unique! From hosting a tour for your guests to choosing a unique wedding venue, these things will surely make your wedding stand out, allow you to get creative, and offer your guests a memorable experience.

As you plan your big day, keep these activities in mind, and you’re sure to make your wedding even more special! Need help with planning your St. Augustine wedding? Contact us and we’ll help you plan out the traditions, trends, and other activities that best fit your vision and personality!

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