Attractions: Lightner Museum

Walk through St. Augustine, the nation’s oldest city, as you explore centuries of history, architecture and the hidden stories that shaped it. Along the way you will see the Castillo de San Marcos, wander charming colonial streets and take in the beautiful waterfront. The route brings together the city’s key highlights and gives context to the places you pass, making it suitable for first-time visitors or anyone wanting a clearer sense of St. Augustine’s past. This is a free walking tour, so you decide what it is worth to you personally. Licensed local guides lead the walk and receive no salary other than what guests give as tips. Along the way they will point out architectural details and share stories that help the city’s history come alive.

Taking a golf cart tour gives you an easy, relaxed way to see the downtown area and the sites on the north of the colonial city. You’ll travel through the main streets and neighbourhoods, with chances to stop and explore at your own pace. Along the way you’ll see the key sights on the northern side of the old city and enjoy clear, uninterrupted views as you move between locations. Golf carts make it simple to hop off for photos and short walks. You’ll feel the breeze as you travel, which adds to the open-air experience and makes sightseeing comfortable. If you’re planning to come with a larger group, please contact us so arrangements can be discussed.

On this food and wine tour through St Augustine — the Ancient City — you will taste and sip your way through the town’s culinary history. Thoughtfully chosen food selections, adult beverages and dessert will be paired by a Certified Sommelier with nearly 20 years of experience in fine wine and culinary culture. A Certified Historian will lead a comprehensive history experience that complements the tastings and highlights local stories as you move through the city. Along the way, the tour will blend stops at exceptional local restaurants and boutique shopping with guided commentary. You will travel in a zippy, late‑model low‑speed vehicle, taking in the sights, scents and stories of the nation’s oldest city between hand‑selected food stops and expertly curated wine tastings. Pick up within Downtown or the West King area is available.

You will take a guided ghost tour of the Ancient City aboard a state-of-the-art low-speed vehicle (LSV). Instead of walking, you’ll ride in comfort while expert guides share the darker side of local history. The tour uses premium lighting and immersive sound to set the atmosphere and bring stories of the past to life. Along the way you’ll pass the grand Hotel Ponce de Leon and hear tales of its Gilded Age beauty alongside accounts of mystery and lingering spirits. On the far south side of the colonial city you’ll see a haunted attraction not featured on any walking tour and learn about Peavett’s haunted tavern and boarding house. You’ll also ride down St Francis Street, a historic road known for eerie paranormal activity, and hear chilling accounts involving yellow fever victims, lost souls and battles that are said to still echo through time.

This small-group experience is limited to up to seven people and takes you through the story of the longest continuously occupied settlement in the USA on a state-of-the-art LSV (low-speed vehicle). Along the way, your accredited guide will use premium sound to point out sights and connect the dots of a complex local history, giving context to the places you pass. You’ll get closer to attractions such as the Lightner Museum, Ponce de Leon and the Old Jail for photo opportunities. As you move through historic districts, you’ll explore the history of the Castillo de San Marcos, the Fountain of Youth, local cemeteries, Flagler Alameda and the Plaza de la Constitucion. The route also includes Historic Lincolnville, where you’ll see the last remaining slave cabin, and Maria Sanchez Creek, a good spot for wildlife watching. The focus stays on clear interpretation and sightlines, so you’ll leave with a better understanding of the area’s people, places and stories.

A golf cart tour offers an easy, relaxed way to take in the whole downtown area and explore the sites on the north of the colonial city. You’ll ride in an open golf cart that gives uninterrupted views as you move between points of interest, and the light breeze makes for a comfortable journey through the streets. Along the way you’ll be able to stop and step off the cart for photos or a closer look at buildings and public spaces. The format allows quick access to multiple spots across downtown and the northern neighbourhoods of the colonial city without long walks between them. Arrangements may be available for larger groups.

This bourbon tour in St. Augustine begins with a behind-the-scenes visit to the city’s celebrated distillery. You’ll take part in a guided bourbon tasting created just for our guests, and join a thieving demonstration where you’ll sample whiskey pulled straight from the barrel. Along the way you’ll learn about the distilling process and taste a range of bourbons selected for the experience. As you move through the city’s brick-lined streets, the walk combines local history with contemporary whiskey culture. The tour stops at two of our favourite local restaurants, where whiskey flights are paired with small bites chosen to complement the drinks. Along the route you’ll see parts of St. Augustine’s historic centre and hear how the city’s past connects with its growing whiskey scene. The experience blends tasting, tasting techniques and local flavours to give a rounded view of St. Augustine’s bourbon offerings.

Haunted in Pink offers a stylish ghost tour through St Augustine, America’s oldest city. You will ride in open-air, pink-themed golf carts that combine comfort with a playful twist. The tour highlights the city’s historic streets and famous ghostly sites while keeping a light, distinctive atmosphere — spirits seem drawn to pink, which may make encounters feel more thrilling. As you move through the city, you will hear spine-tingling stories about well-known haunted landmarks and learn about the history behind them. Along the way, interactive paranormal elements are included: you will use an EMF reader and are invited to check your photos for possible ghostly surprises. The experience blends historical tales with hands-on moments, all presented in a relaxed, comfortable setting.

On the Wicked St. Augustine tour you will explore the unwritten history of the nation’s oldest city. Along the way you'll hear stories about the illicit industries that quietly shaped the town’s economy from its founding. You will see locations associated with high‑stakes gambling, speak‑easy taverns and private clubs that operated around the laws of the day, including those that skirted prohibition. The tour shows how these enterprises existed alongside a public image of religious principle. As you move through the city, you'll learn how taverns, gambling and prostitution played a part in St. Augustine’s financial success. Guides will explain how political powers often knew about, and at times secretly supported, those who supplied vice, while publicly keeping a squeaky‑clean reputation. The experience focuses on the contrast between the city’s official story and the hidden activities that helped sustain it.

You will join local guides for a private tour through St. Augustine’s colonial walled city, learning about its 450‑plus‑year history while riding in an electric cart. The tour is personally narrated for your group of 1 to 7 people (ages 7 and up), and your group won’t be combined with others. The pace will be relaxed and informative, with a focus on historical detail. Highlights of the experience include views of the Castillo de San Marcos, a look at Henry Flagler’s hotels and churches, and stops by the Oldest House and the Plaza. You will also pass along Aviles St., where your guide will share stories and context about the area’s past. Along the way, the guide will bring St. Augustine’s long and storied history to life with local insights and commentary.

You’ll take a private tour of the Oldest City with up to six of your closest friends. A first-rate guide will lead your small group and tailor the experience around your interests. You may focus on themes such as Haunted History, Spanish Colonial, the Flagler Era and Gilded Age, or Civil Rights, or tell your guide other personal interests to shape a truly unique tour. Along the way, you’ll hear the stories and historical context that bring your chosen theme to life. As you move through the city, the guide will link architecture, events and notable people to the period or subject you’ve selected, highlighting the places and moments that matter most to that theme. The tour offers a comfortable, comprehensive and intimate way to see the Oldest City, designed specifically for a small private group.

This private excursion is tailored exclusively for you and offers a calm, personalised way to explore St. Augustine. You will travel through the picturesque landscapes of the USA to the heart of the city, where a seasoned tour guide will meet you and lead an engaging walking tour. Along the way you will visit the Lightner Museum and see the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine, as well as other notable landmarks in the area, while your guide points out highlights and local history. The excursion will be organised with your comfort in mind. You will be met at your hotel and returned there with ample time to relax and enjoy the rest of your day. The itinerary is planned for a smooth, tailored experience so you can focus on the sights and the city.