Plaza de la Constitución

Nice park. Good place for kids to burn off some sugar. It's a good place to sit and read out people watch. It can be rather busy with tourists and homeless. We weren't approached but they mainly hang out under the old market pavilion. Great place with historical markers too. Plenty of benches to shoot a relax after walking around all morning. Could be a nice picnic spot in the right weather.

Beautiful place on the heart of St Augustine. If you are going to watch the first day of night of lights , arrive no later than 5 pm and have your own chair . Get a hot chocolate or a coffee and enjoy the night .

Plaza de la Constitución is St. Augustine, Florida's historic central square, established in 1573, making it the oldest public space in the U.S. It's a National Historic Landmark and a central gathering spot, featuring the Constitution Monument, a central pavilion for events, and the historic Public Market Place. The plaza is surrounded by historic buildings like the Government House and the Cathedral Basilica and hosts events like the Nights of Lights. Key features Constitution Monument: An obelisk built in 1813 to commemorate the Spanish Constitution of 1812. Public Market Place: A historic market area that has been in use since the 1500s, rebuilt after a fire in 1888. Central Pavilion: A gazebo used for concerts, events, and entertainment. Historic Surroundings: Bordered by the Government House, Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine, and Trinity Episcopal Church. Cannons: Large cannons surround the plaza, adding to the historic atmosphere. Activities and events Events: Hosts the "Concerts in the Plaza" series and is a focal point for the "Nights of Lights" holiday celebration. Relaxation: A popular spot for walking and relaxing under the shade of live oaks. Shopping: Local vendors set up tables at the market area.

We went to see the Nights of Lights here. The Plaza de la Constitución is the oldest public space in America. Laid out by Spanish Royal Ordinances in 1573, it has been, and still is, a social gathering place and venue for special events in the center of St. Augustine's Historic District. The Plaza was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1970 and is home to several monuments and landmarks: the constitution monument, the public marketplace, and the Foot soldiers' monument, Thruout the year, during summer there are various concerts performed and from November thru January, the park is lit up by millions of tiny white lights during the Nights of Lights, which we have attended twice now. It is incredibly beautiful and magical. We will be going again this evening for a final look.

The oldest public space in America. Well shaded by many mature trees. Oasis in the busy center of the town.

We learned from a historical marker at the site that this plaza was laid out in 1573, making it the oldest in North America. This is a great spot with several old cannons, a band stand and a public market and well from the early days of the city. The square is well maintained and definitely worth seeing.

This city park is one of the oldest settled locations from the era of European colonization in North America. Being immediately adjacent to historic St.George Street, it has a nice elevated gazebo, lovely trees and multiple historic monuments. There are many great views and photographic opportunities to be enjoyed here as well. It also has lovely decorative lighting as well providing for a safe and beautiful night time experience.

While we enjoyed our meals, we were disappointed in the service or lack there of. Server should have been more attentive (drink order, food order, final bill). First Italian restaurant we have been to that doesn't offer bread with meal.