Walking Historic Tour of the Nations Oldest City

Overview

On this self-guided audio tour, you will dig up the good, bad, and ugly stories buried under St. Augustine's historic streets. St. Augustine is the oldest, continuously occupied city in the United States. On this walking tour, you’ll follow the journey of founding father Pedro Menendez de Aviles, and the many others who gave everything they had to settle this hostile land. From the original city gates to Plaza de la Constitución in historic downtown St Augustine, I’ll show you the scars around every corner. Along the way, you’ll hear good, bad, and ugly tales about what it took to build a perfect fort, and how it was attacked many times but never taken. St. Augustine’s history is long, and its twisted tales are endless. This is a storytelling adventure into the lives and times of those who built this city. Whether you’re visiting St Augustine for the first time or are a curious local, this tour will give you a greater appreciation for the city and its rich cultural heritage.

City: St Augustine

Tue 12 Aug

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Starting at $20.00

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Tue 12 Aug

Starting at $20.00

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What's Included

Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour.

Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it.

Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

App for Android and iOS

Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult

What To Expect

Old City

Old City Gates, 2 St George St, St. Augustine, FL 32084, USA Begin your journey at the Old City Gates, the historic entrance to St. Augustine, where you'll trace the footsteps of Pedro Menendez de Aviles and the city's founding fathers.

Oldest Wooden School House

Oldest Wooden School House, 14 Saint George St, St. Augustine, FL 32084-3667 Walk along St. George Street to visit the Oldest Wooden Schoolhouse, an iconic landmark that offers insights into the early education system and daily life in colonial St. Augustine.

St. Augustine Pirate & Treasure Museum

St. Augustine Pirate & Treasure Museum, 12 S Castillo Dr, St. Augustine, FL 32084-3650 Pass by the St. Augustine Pirate & Treasure Museum, where you'll hear tales of pirates and privateers who once roamed the waters of Matanzas Bay.

Castillo de San Marcos National Monument

Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, 1 S Castillo Dr, St. Augustine, FL 32084-3252 Marvel at the imposing Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, a fortress that bears witness to the city's tumultuous history and strategic importance.

Huguenot Cemetery

Huguenot Cemetery, Orange Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084 Stroll past the Huguenot Cemetery, a tranquil burial ground that reflects the diverse cultural heritage of St. Augustine's early settlers.

Potter's Wax Museum

Potter's Wax Museum, 31 Orange St, St. Augustine, FL 32084-3634 Pass by Potter's Wax Museum, where lifelike wax figures bring to life the characters and events that shaped St. Augustine's past.

Tolomato Cemetery

Tolomato Cemetery, 14 Cordova St, St. Augustine, FL 32084-3619 Catch a glimpse of Tolomato Cemetery, a historic cemetery dating back to the colonial era, and hear stories of the souls laid to rest within its sacred grounds.

St. Photios Greek Orthodox National Shrine

St. Photios Greek Orthodox National Shrine, 41 Saint George St, St. Augustine, FL 32084-3607 Pass by St. Photios Shrine Greek Orthodox National Shrine, a place of worship and pilgrimage that honors the city's Greek heritage.

Pena-Peck House and Woman's Exchange of St Augustine

Pena-Peck House and Woman's Exchange of St Augustine, 143 Saint George St, St. Augustine, FL 32084-3642 Learn about the Peña-Peck House and the Woman's Exchange, institutions that preserve and promote St. Augustine's historic legacy and cultural traditions.

Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine

Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine, 38 Cathedral Pl, St. Augustine, FL 32084-4417 Admire the grandeur of the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine, a symbol of faith and resilience in the face of adversity.

Villa Zorayda Museum

Villa Zorayda Museum, 83 King St, St. Augustine, FL 32084-4382 Pass by the Villa Zorayda Museum, a unique architectural gem inspired by the Moorish heritage of southern Spain.

St. George Street

St. George Street, St. George St, St. Augustine, FL 32084 Continue your stroll along St. George Street, a vibrant pedestrian thoroughfare teeming with shops, galleries, and cultural attractions.

Plaza de la Constitucion

Plaza de la Constitución, 170 St George St, St. Augustine, FL 32084, USA End the tour at Plaza de la Constitución, the historic heart of St. Augustine, where you'll soak in the atmosphere of this vibrant public square.

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Cancellation Policy

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Reviews (48)

Ashley D

Aug 2018

Had a great tour with Kevin today. He is extremely knowledge. Everything about the tour was interesting and educational. I highly recommend it.

Response from Host

Aug 2018

Thank You for your review. Our history is new this summer but the responses like yours have been enthusiastic and we very much appreciate every one of them!

todd m

Jun 2018

We arrived for the 9pm tour for a night time adventure. Our guide (can't remember his name but he was from Boston) took us on the tour of St Augustine's ghostly places. Our guide was very interesting and he was a good story teller. He also showed us pictures of orbs that had been taken on previous tours. The tour included going to the fort, the city gates, a well in town and two cemeteries. I would recommend this tour it was very knowledge filled and entertaining. There is pay parking behind the house and a parking garage is just down the street. Wear walking shoes and have your cell phone charged for your adventure. Also a tip at the end of the tour would be appreciated.

Response from Host

Jul 2018

Thank you for your review. Kevin was your guide! St. Augustine has so much to offer and walking during the evening hours during the summer is just delightful. We are so glad you had a great time!

cathydjones1238

Jun 2018

I took a Ghost tour with Mr. Kevin and noticed right off the bat his history was awesome. My husband and I are giant “history enthusiasts” as we like to call ourselves. So we talked to him at the end of the ghost tour and he told us about the walking history he does. It was awesome!!! He knew everything and everybody in St Augustine! Every question I had he answered fully, and when my husband asked where he got his information, he had sources on hand from the University of Florida an multiple other sources! He was very funny, informative, and the tour was entertaining! While we only had 10 am and 6pm are a bit odd, I really appreciate it now. It was warm but not unbearably so like it was at 3pm. Great tour, and really made our trip!

Response from Host

Jun 2018

Thank You for your review of Kevin "Mr History" Lynch, We are proud to be able to have him as part of our staff! He does a great job with both the history and the ghost tours and sounds like you had a great time with both! Yes the 10: 00 am or 6:00 pm may seem odd if your not from here, but as locals we do know just how the heat of Summer wears on people. Thank You for taking the time to write this review! We appreciate you!