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Authentic Old Drug Store

31 Orange St, Saint Augustine, FL 32084
904-217-4518
Ranked #6 of 21 shopping in Saint Augustine
4.0 of 5 stars 81 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites, Shops
Owner description: The Nation's Oldest Drugstore is a free Museum built in 1739. We are still trying to make improvements to Old Drugstore and Cafe a step at a time. We... more » Owner description: The Nation's Oldest Drugstore is a free Museum built in 1739. We are still trying to make improvements to Old Drugstore and Cafe a step at a time. We are an attraction stop for the trolley and it stops here every 15 minutes, you may also purchase your tickets here for the Trolley and Ghost Tours. Join us for lunch we serve best burgers in town, hand patted fresh made to order. Come on Sat. or Sun. and you'll find us grilling outside. Enjoy the outside deck with our new fountain and misting fans for your comfort in the humidity and heat. We are also home of the Big Foot Weiner, a foot long 1/2 pound all Beef Kosher Dog. We do have a catch though...the first bite you have to take without a knife and fork, that's just the beginning of the fun. Also, easy to find across from Visitors Center and Parking garage. Visit our new Ice Cream Parlor. Sunglasses, hats, batteries, over counter medicines, sunscreens, snacks, soda, tobacco, cigars, pipes and much more. Stop here for Hersey ice creams, Old Fashioned hand made milk shakes 16 flavors, Waffle cones, Sundaes, Old Fashioned Soda Waters. $1.00 bottled water, snacks, tea, coffee, snow cones and sweets. Visit us also for loose leaf herbs, tea and natural skin care products created here in our store. Stop here first before hitting main drag and higher prices. « less
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Gainesville, Florida
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11 reviews 11 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

Lots of herbs and potions for sale. You can't find this stuff everywhere. Friendly and knowledgable staff. Old bottles and sundries on display.

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Venice, Florida
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19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

There are some very fine examples of old medical equipment and herbal remedys here. Lots of old medicine too. Very interesting.

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Davie, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

They are not words to tell you how much I enjoyed going in this Old Store. . .it was so much remedies to look at. The ladies that were working(Easter weekend) were wonderful and very friendly. The Old Store Cafe was perfect for a nice lunch and Cristian was WONDERFUL, and she was one of the most friendly people that... More

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Tampa, Florida, United States
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012
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This place just felt nice. Old wood, authentic medicine bottles in antique cabinets, and newer modern formulations for hair and skin. Great service with a smile. Just a nice place to visit with an excellent ice cream shop next door.

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Rindge, New Hampshire
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

I enjoyed stepping back in time to see the nostalgia. There was enough time spent looking at the actually items. Well done wish there were more to the tour.

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Columbia, South Carolina
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71 helpful votes 71 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2012

it's nice to stop by to look at the old store set up. kind of charming, but not a must see. great look from the exterior.

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Atlanta, Georgia
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2012

I love learning about medicine. This was like a pharmaceutical time capsule. I felt like I was put into a time machine to return to a 1900's apothecary. Very cool.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2012 via mobile

I was there yesterday but back in April 2011 as well I got the Shea butter & it doesn't disappoint. It has lasted a long time so i didnt need to get more this year. When the staff tells you all the great benefits of this stuff- believe them because it's true. It's great for sunburns, scrapes, sores, general moisturizing,... More

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Orlando, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2012

The food in the cafe is not to be missed. Where else can you get a "big foot weiner"

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St. Augustine, florida, United States
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2012

Lots of great little shops in one. Lovely historical items to look at and some great food and ice cream inside.

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