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Many people don’t know that St. Augustine was founded in 1565, making its history rich and colorful. This walking tour supports a privately owned small business and takes you to some of the oldest city sites, including Tolomato Cemetery, Huguenot Cemetery, and San Marco Avenue. Unlike other tours, you can use a ghost app to capture any paranormal activity you might see, and hear guest experiences shared on the tour.

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.

St. Augustine is no stranger to spirits, spectors, and somethings that go bump in the night. As the oldest continuously occupied colonial city in the United States, it has a bloody real-life history that’s inspired ghostly tales. Decide for yourself whether or not some of the Ancient City’s landmarks are resting places for the undead during this exciting pub crawl. You’ll visit bars and restaurants where the employees and patrons report ghostly encounters.

If you’re brave enough to stroll the streets of St. Augustine alone, this self-guided audio tour will take you through the haunted history of the country’s first city. Explore the historic alleys in search of the most haunted hotels, cemeteries, restaurants and homes surrounding the old city. Walk by the Oldest Wooden School House, the Old Powder House Inn Bed and Breakfast, and many more sites, some dating back hundreds of years.

Knowing where to grab food and wine in a new city takes a lot of time and effort researching. Skip the nitty gritty details of studying online reviews and take this St. Augustine Food Walking Tour instead. This tour takes you to many local restaurants, eateries, and even a wine store to learn about the city’s food culture and history—while enjoying some tastings, of course.

Admire more than 160 wax figures at Potter's Wax Museum, a boutique wax museum and historical attraction ideal for St. Augustine visitors of all ages. Marvel at models of Princess Diana, Albert Einstein, Angelina Jolie, and other celebrities and historical figures. Walk through the oldest wax museum in the country for a quirky activity fit for the whole family.

A golf cart tour is the best way to experience the entire downtown area and visit the sites on the north of the colonial city. Golf carts allows easy access to get off and take pictures; feel the breeze and provide uninterrupted views of the sites. For larger groups, please contact us.

Enjoy a 90-minute walking tour through the nation’s oldest city, exploring centuries of history, architecture, and hidden stories that shaped St. Augustine. From the Castillo de San Marcos to charming colonial streets, and the beautiful waterfront, this tour hits all the highlights—perfect for first-time visitors or anyone looking to truly understand the city. The beauty of a free walking tour is that you get to decide what it's worth to you personally. Your licensed local guides receive no salary of any kind other than what they receive from guests on a tip basis. If you have a group larger than 6, please contact us in advance to make sure we can accommodate.

Go beyond St. Augustine's traditional history tours with a walking experience exploring the city's most notorious true crime cases. Visit the locations connected to historic and modern crimes while your guide examines the evidence, theories, and lasting mysteries behind each story. With a small-group format encouraging conversation and questions, gain a deeper insight into the events that continue to intrigue locals and visitors alike.

Bring your sense of adventure, and up to 6 of your closest friends for a private tour that is second to none. Explore themes like Haunted History, Spanish Colonial, Flagler Era & Gilded Age, Civil Rights or just tell your first rate guide your personal interests to create a truly unique experience. The most luxurious and comprehensive way to see the Oldest City.

Discover a different side of St. Augustine on a small-group walking tour that explores the city’s lesser-known stories and landmarks. Go beyond the standard history tours as your guide shares insider stories and overlooked details about America’s oldest city. Limited to just 12 participants, this experience offers a more personal, informative way to explore St. Augustine sights, from the Huguenot Cemetery to the Government House Museum and Bridge of Lions.

If you're into all things creepy and spooky, this 'beyond the grave' tour of St. Augustine is ideal for you. You'll be taken to a number of locations of interest to the Savannah Ghost Research Society. These include cemeteries and buildings where ghosts have been sighted and paranormal activity recorded. Your guide will dig beneath the urban legends in an attempt to uncover the true stories that lie within.

Step into the shadows and raise a glass to the spirits—both kinds—on our St. Augustine Haunted Pub Crawl. This adults-only adventure blends the thrill of the paranormal with the buzz of the city’s vibrant nightlife, creating an unforgettable night out you won’t find anywhere else. You’ll journey through St. Augustine’s most infamous pubs, bars, and historic taverns—places where the drinks flow freely and the ghost stories linger long after last call. Along the way, uncover chilling tales, haunted hotspots, and eerie legends that give this city its spine-tingling reputation. Whether you’re out with friends or flying solo, this experience is all about connection, laughter, and a little mischief. Meet fellow thrill-seekers, share a toast with new faces, and soak in the electric energy of a night that’s equal parts spooky and social.

⭐ Top-Rated Vacation Photoshoots 2025 We’re not just photographers, we’re storytellers capturing your holiday exactly as it feels. With over six years of experience photographing travellers around the world, our small team specialises in authentic, natural photography that truly reflects your trip. In St. Augustine, we combine creativity with local knowledge to show you hidden gems, secret angles, and the best light. You’ll not only get beautiful, professional photos but also insider tips to make the most of your time here. We’re proud to be recognised among the top-rated photography tours of 2025, trusted by travellers worldwide for our relaxed style and stunning results.

Climb aboard your zero-emissions EV cart and discover the crimes and murders through the history of beautiful St. Augustine. This 60-minute ride will take you through the oldest city’s winding streets, from the storied north side to the charming south end. Along the way, you’ll hear chilling tales of notorious crimes, unsolved murders, bloody battles and pirate attacks- the kind of history you won’t find in any textbook. The bloody legends that still haunt this cobblestone streets are rarely heard by other tour companies and will leave you questioning every shadow. Are you brave enough to face what the darker side of the Ancient City has to offer? Come for the sights. Stay for the stories. Book today - if you dare!

St. Augustine is known as one of the most haunted cities in the United States and this paranormal investigation offers the opportunity to go deeper into the exploration of ghosts and ghouls. Join a guide for a small group tour for an outdoor investigation of one or two allegedly haunted sites. Use equipment provided like EVP recorders and rem devices to seek out spirits.

Hunt down ghosts in America’s first colony on a creepy stroll to the City Gate with this affordable walking tour and the industry-leading VoiceMap mobile app. • Listen to the stories of St Augustine, a town haunted by war, illness, attacks and storms for over 457 years • Hear from producers, See America Tours, a local company delighting tourists and locals alike • Do it all in an hour or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it ️• Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Experience the magic of GPS playback on this stroll through St Augustine. This city was once a harsh place to live, and many have lost their lives trying to tame it. On this walking tour, you’ll hear about several hauntings in the city’s northern side and leave with a greater respect for what lies beyond the thin veil of life. During this ghostly adventure, your tour guide and ghost investigator, John Hippie Sanchez, will share some awesome stories. You’ll visit two of the oldest cemeteries in the city and a former Native American burial ground. You’ll also hear about Elizabeth, St Augustine’s most famous apparition, and you’ll find out why she has a dedicated police radio code. St Augustine’s history is long and tragic; on this tour, you’ll hear more than names and dates. You’ll see scars around every dark corner and learn the stories of locals who lived, died, and remain here. Most importantly, you’ll learn whether to stay and make contact or run for your life.

Explore St. Augustine’s darker history with a tour designed for adults seeking more than traditional ghost stories. Follow your guide through the city’s historic streets as you uncover tales of hauntings, notorious crimes, and infamous figures that shaped its past. It’s a thought-provoking look at the city’s hidden history beyond the usual sightseeing.

Take your exploration of St. Augustine from the historical streets to the coast when you rent this Polaris Slingshot. This car rental lets you visit the many landmarks, attractions, and restaurants of the greater St. Augustine area. Use the pre-loaded digital map on your phone or a provided paper map to easily access sites such as the St. Augustine Lighthouse, Lightner Museum, and Casa Monaca.

Our tours at Casa de Vino 57 Historical Tours are personally tailored to each individual or party. We use a balanced mix of both primary and secondary sources in our research process for our tours. We employ the scientific method approach for the study of history in the development of our tours and their narratives. As we understand that history comes alive when it is relatable, we do our best to get to know as much as possible about our patron and their tour desires so we can provide a tour of Saint Augustine that is a truly enjoyable historical experience.

Explore the historic heart of St. Augustine, the oldest continuously inhabited European-founded city in the United States, on this self-guided walking tour through its most iconic streets, plazas, and landmarks. Starting near the Castillo de San Marcos, you’ll follow a route through Old Town, St. George Street, Aviles Street, and the city’s civic core. Along the way, you’ll uncover how Spanish colonists, Indigenous peoples, enslaved Africans, and later civil rights leaders shaped a city defined by survival, adaptation, and cultural exchange. This immersive audio experience is designed for independent travelers who want more than surface-level sightseeing. Stories unfold as you walk, connecting fortifications to daily life, power to resistance, and past events to the living city around you. Unlike a group tour, this experience lets you explore at your own pace—pause, rewind, or linger wherever you like.

The uniqueness of this tour will provide you with visiting sites and discussing all that began to construct our Country. This tour is merely a City overview which will give you the knowledge to proceed with visiting our local sites. Our Cities History, founding Religion, and continued Spanish Architecture will be discussed. This is a walking tour so please wear suitable walking shoes. Our City has many streets that are extremely old, any personal accidents occurring on tour from improper footwear and issues concerning the streets are not the fault of our tour and will be hold harmless.

Combine your love of ghost stories with your spirited attitude on a 2.5-hour haunted bar crawl of St. Augustine. Together with your guide, visit four venues and enjoy a free drink and exclusive discounts at each. Between sips, listen to metaphysical and supernatural stories surrounding the city. Along the way, get to know some of St. Augustine's most popular neighborhoods, including the Flagler district and Old Spanish area.