Top St Augustine Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

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.

Discover a new perspective on St. Augustine—and enjoy a relaxing trip out on the water—on this sightseeing boat tour. Pick from multiple start times, head to the marina, and hop aboard. See highlights like the Bridge of Lions, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, and National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche, and learn the stories behind the sights from your captain’s narration.

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.

Enjoy a comfortable and flexible way to explore the best of St. Augustine on this narrated Old Town trolley tour. See dozens of points of interest, such as the Old Jail, Flagler College, and Spanish colonial neighborhoods. Along the way, discover more about America’s oldest city, founded in 1565, from your conductor, and listen as they share in-depth narration about St. Augustine's history.

Cruise St. Augustine’s intracoastal waterway at sunset on this BYOB boat trip. Admire sights including the Bridge of Lions from the water at the most scenic time of day—sundown. Watch for dolphins and other marine life in the wild, hear tales about the city you may otherwise miss, and enjoy your preferred drinks as you sail and sightsee.

This relaxing cruise is great for nature lovers, families, or those who simply enjoy being out on the water. Cruise the Intracoastal Waterway—an inland waterway that runs parallel to the coastline—for a calm ride exploring St. Augustine’s estuaries. Keep your eyes peeled for marine life such as dolphins, manatees, sea turtles, pelicans, osprey, and spoonbill. Along the way, you’ll spot landmarks including the Bridge of Lions, Castillo de San Marcos, St. Augustine Lighthouse, and more.

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.

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

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.

Celebrate the holidays in St. Augustine with a nighttime boat cruise. Choose between two different vessels – one for adults only with an on-board bar, the other family-friendly and BYOB – and set on a scenic cruise to see the millions of white lights that make up the Nights of Lights Festival. Experience the magical atmosphere of the twinkling lights on 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.

Sail along St. Augustine’s picturesque coastline—and indulge in a number of generous wine samples—during this two-in-one tour. Make your own way to the dock, hop aboard the pontoon boat, and get comfortable: as you set off, you’ll see landmarks like the Castillo de San Marcos, the Bridge of Lions, and more. You’ll also taste six different wines, and will have access to the on-board bar.

PLEASE NOTE: Booking 1 Traveler = 1 row that can seat up to 4 people. Book 2 travelers for groups of 5 - 8 people and you will get 2 rows! Get into the holiday spirit on a trolley tour of St. Augustine’s popular, annual Nights of Lights Festival! Traffic is heavy and crowds are thick for this high demand, often sold-out activity so book ahead to secure your preferred date and time and avoid disappointment! Hop on the trolley, sit back, pop on your 3-D glasses and enjoy a fully immersive holiday experience from more than 3 million lights along the city’s Historic District. After your trolley tour, enjoy a holiday cookie and a cup of hot apple cider.

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.

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.

There is no better way to enjoy the famous Nights of lights in St Augustine than from an electric cart. Unobstructed views for taking perfect pictures. Avoid traffic by navigating through smaller street not accessible to larger cars and buses. Easy to get in and out of and more importantly its far more fun!

See St. Augustine’s spectacular Nights Of Lights Christmas celebration from a different perspective with this fun boat tour. This is an excellent way to see the city shine without being confined in a small vehicle or needing to walk. Float by the Bridge of Lions, see the Old Fort, and marvel at the Old City lit up with holiday cheer.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Come see the world, famous Nights of Lights by Boat. Get a different perspective of the lights from the water.

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.