Spanish Military Hospital Museum

Overview

The Spanish Military Hospital Museum is a unique and immersive experience that showcases the medical practices of 18th-century Spanish St. Augustine. The museum is housed in a historic building and features authentic medical equipment, herbs, and interactive exhibits.

This museum is significant for its preservation of colonial medical history and its role in understanding the lives of soldiers and residents of St. Augustine during Spanish rule.

History Medical

Location

Address

3 Aviles St., St. Augustine, Florida

Neighborhood: Historic Downtown

Coordinates

29.894500, -81.313700

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

tuesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

wednesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

sunday 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Admission

Adults

$12

Children

$6

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

3 hours

Full Experience

full day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• flowers
• gardens

summer

hot

• extended hours

autumn

cool

• fall colors

winter

cold

• holiday lights

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• stairs

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

USD

Typical Costs

entry $12

parking $5

food $10

souvenirs $15

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 2 weeks
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Official App

Size: 50 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Jacksonville International Airport

Distance: 45 km

Travel Time: 40 minutes

taxi

$50 40 min

public_transport

$7 55 min

From City Center

Distance: 5 km

metro

$2 15 min

bus

$1.50 20 min

taxi

$10 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance

Historical Significance: Important events happened here

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best food at back entrance

Local Recommendations

• Try local cafe
• Ask for guide John

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Hola

thank_you Gracias

where_is ¿Dónde está?

how_much ¿Cuánto es?

beautiful Hermoso

ticket Boleto

Guide Languages: English, Spanish, French

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

#history #Florida #StAugustine

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas, main hall

prohibited areas exhibitions

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Castillo de San Marcos

Distance: 300m

Walking: 5 min

Type: Fort

St. Augustine Lighthouse

Distance: 1km

Walking: 15 min

Type: Lighthouse

Reviews

4.5

Based on 1,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great views"

Contact Information

+1 904-829-9800

info@staugustinemilitaryhospital.com

www.staugustinemilitaryhospital.com

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