Top St Augustine Outdoor Activities

Cruise into the sunset on St. Augustine’s sole all-inclusive sunset sail with unlimited beer, wine, and margaritas (non-alcoholic options available) on a luxurious catamaran. As you sip your drink and enjoy complimentary snacks, live music will accompany the colorful setting sun on the water, for an unforgettable night. See the historic city and its landmarks bathed in beautiful colors from the water.

Explore the freshwater tributaries along the scenic St. Johns River on a thrilling airboat ride that skims through a maze of shallow waterways. Watch for alligators, manatees, birds, and snakes as you speed through the watery Florida landscape, and learn the story of an infamous pirate ship that sank in the St. Johns River. This St. Johns River airboat tour includes personal headsets, so you won't miss a word of the captain's fun and informative commentary.

In the charming city of St. Augustine, the annual "Nights of Lights" celebration transforms the historic streets into a dazzling spectacle from November through January. This captivating event features three million sparkling lights, creating stunning light displays that illuminate the city's rich architectural history. For an unforgettable experience, visitors can embark on a tour via a state-of-the-art golf cart, allowing them to comfortably explore the twinkling wonderland. This convenient and eco-friendly mode of transport enhances the magic of the event, providing a unique perspective on one of the most enchanting holiday traditions in Florida.

Enjoy a private kayaking adventure in St. Augustine and spot incredible local wildlife. As you paddle through the waterways led by your guide, look for dolphins, manatees, sea turtles, bald eagles, and more. Stop on a beach for natural beauty and more wildlife like conchs and starfish. Learn about St. Augustine history and wildlife along the way on this memorable experience.

There is nowhere in the area to do this! We are the ONLY tour that gives you and your group the opportunity to ride on the sandy beaches of St. Augustine. We also provide you with video footage of your ride at no additional cost! The combination of accessibility, all-terrain capabilities, scenic beauty, historical significance, and touristic appeal makes the experience of riding electric boards on St. Augustine Beach truly unique. It provides riders with an exceptional and memorable way to explore the beach while enjoying the beauty and cultural richness of the area.

Take your knowledge of St. Augustine’s history to a supernatural level on this small group guided ghost tour. Instead of walking, hop on a golf cart with an expert guide to visit paranormal sites like Flagler College and the Castillo de San Marcos. The tour offers audio and written guides in multiple languages, making the dark history accessible to more visitors.

This boat tour takes you onto the waters of St. Augustine in search of pods of bottlenose dolphins. As you explore, learn about local history and dolphins' biology and behavior from the expert crew, who know just where to find these mammals as well as other marine life such as turtles, manatee, osprey, and pelicans.

Discover the oldest city in the nation and meet other visitors during this shared golf cart tour of St. Augustine. Hop into the cart with your certified guide and learn all about the history, culture, and architecture of this beautiful city. You’ll hear haunted stories at the Huguenot Cemetery, view the 1695-built masonry fort, and make a stop in the Lightner Museum.

Cruise through St. Augustine’s scenic waterways on Fury’s Historic Landmark Boat Tour, where history, wildlife, and coastal scenery come together. Keep an eye out for playful dolphins, one of the highlights of the experience, as you enjoy 360° views of iconic landmarks like the Castillo de San Marcos and the St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum. Choose a daytime narrated cruise or a romantic Champagne Sunset Cruise while your captain shares engaging stories spanning more than 450 years of St. Augustine’s rich history and points out native birds and other local wildlife along the way. Includes soda and water on all cruises, plus a complimentary champagne toast on the sunset tour. Perfect for families, couples, and groups. Tours from November 21 - January 18th will include Nights of Lights viewing

Experience St. Augustine from the water on a sightseeing cruise that combines local wildlife viewing with views of the city’s historic waterfront. Traveling by boat allows you to see key landmarks from a different perspective while avoiding crowded streets and walking routes. This relaxed cruise offers a steady pace and open views, making it an easy way to enjoy both nature and history in one outing.

St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights festival is among the historic city’s most celebrated events—but you can only get partial views while walking with the crowds on land. This evening boat tour makes the most of the scene, catching the lights and their twinkling reflections on the waterfront. And with a guide onboard, you’ll get fascinating insights you wouldn’t find on your own.

Explore the darker side of St. Augustine on a golf cart ghost tour that combines historic storytelling with modern comfort. Travel past the grand Hotel Ponce de Leon and other haunted locations efficiently in a low-speed vehicle equipped with immersive lighting and sound. Cover more ground than walking tours while your guide shares documented history and reported encounters, offering a deeper and more atmospheric look at the city’s supernatural past.

Experience St. Augustine at golden hour on a sunset boat tour that combines waterfront views with light historical commentary. Cruising along the city’s shoreline offers a clear vantage point of notable landmarks while avoiding downtown traffic and crowds. The relaxed pace makes it easy to enjoy changing sky colors and local wildlife activity, creating a calm way to end the day on the water.

Avoid the crowds and long lines this Holiday Season by seeing the Nights of Lights from a state-of-the-art Low Speed Vehicle, or electric golf cart. The maneuverability of our open-air cart will get you closer to the action than any other tour. Small groups. You won't feel like a sardine on our tours! Enjoy more than 3 million lights along the city’s Historic District the intimate way, with First Coast Cart Tours.

St. Augustine’s original “frightseeing” tour provides an evening of fear and fun. Board Ghosts and Gravestones' Trolley of the Doomed for a spooky ride through St. Augustine's sinister past. Listen to stories of the ghosts and ghouls believed to still wander the town’s streets as you pass supposedly haunted hot spots, and visit Potter’s Wax Museum. Expect a tour so scary, it comes with a warning: not recommended for under-13s.

Explore St. Augustine’s historic districts on a small-group tour designed to provide clear historical context without extensive walking. Traveling by low-speed vehicle, cover key landmarks efficiently while hearing structured commentary through a premium sound system. With pickup included and a maximum of seven guests, this tour offers a more personalized way to understand the city’s layered history in a compact timeframe.

See St. Augustine's key landmarks—and enjoy a one-of-a-kind, environmentally friendly way of traveling—on a small-group electric golf cart tour. Choose a convenient morning or afternoon tour time, meet your guide in the city center, and hop on board. See St. Augustine landmarks, including the Castillo de San Marcos, Tolomato Cemetery, and Mission Nombre de Dios, and learn all about the city’s centuries of history.

The coastal town of St Augustine is renowned as the oldest European settlement in the United States. On this private tour, benefit from the undivided attention of your guide and enjoy a tour itinerary tailored to your group’s interests. Traveling by electric vehicle, visit areas normally only accessible on foot, stop at historic landmarks and churches.

Learn more about one of the oldest cities in the US while enjoying a frightfully good time on a family-friendly ghost tour of St. Augustine. Combine visits to spooky sites with light-hearted fun and spine-tingling tales. Your costumed guide takes you to cemeteries, the ground of the Old Fort, and other haunted locations to discover the little-known legends that you wouldn’t learn any other way.

Discover St. Augustine's historical sites with ease, without the hassle of research or figuring out transport, during this private guided tour. Ride in a vintage vehicle with guides dressed in 1920s fashion as you cruise past landmarks such Castillo de San Marcos, Flagler College, and St. George Street in the historic district, while learning more about the sites than you would on your own.

Experience the Nights of Lights in St. Augustine from the water on this festive catamaran cruise. Choose between a narrated sunset option with historical context or a non-narrated viewing cruise focused on the illuminated skyline. Passing landmarks such as Castillo de San Marcos, this experience offers a unique way to view the city’s renowned Christmas lights with clear vantage points along the bayfront.

Experience the Nights of Lights in St. Augustine on a private electric golf cart tour. Travel through the historic streets with your group, viewing illuminated landmarks from a comfortable, open-air vehicle. The private format offers a more flexible and efficient way to see the lights compared to walking, with easy navigation through busy areas and space for up to seven guests.

As the sun dips below the horizon and darkness cloaks the ancient city of St. Augustine, the bayfront tells a different story—one of restless spirits, eerie legends, and the lingering echoes of centuries past. Join us on our Haunted History Cruise, where spooky tales and history comes alive on the water. Led by our captivating guides, you’ll cruise along the Matanzas Bay and hear chilling tales tied to America’s oldest city. From the haunted lighthouse to the ghostly shores of the Castillo, this journey is steeped in spine-tingling lore. What you should know: This cruise is geared towards adults and teens, 13 and up.