Private Historical Tour of St. Augustine
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Is Private Historical Tour of St. Augustine worth booking?
Private Historical Tour of St. Augustine is a 1-hour experience in St Augustine, United States, from $200 per person. It scores 71 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 204 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 71 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (204)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $200 per person
Best first way to see St. Augustine. See the highlights of St. Augustine the easy way on a small group golf cart tour. The best first way to see St. Augustine is with Explore Tours and PickUps, especially if it’s your f
What you get
About this experience
Best first way to see St. Augustine. See the highlights of St. Augustine the easy way on a small group golf cart tour. The best first way to see St. Augustine is with Explore Tours and PickUps, especially if it’s your first time visiting. You’ll cover more ground than walking tours while enjoying a personal, guided experience through the nation’s oldest city. Perfect for couples, families, and anyone wanting a relaxed but informative overview before exploring on their own. Cruise through the historic district while learning the stories behind St. Augustine’s most important landmarks. Your guide shares history, local insight, and recommendations so you know exactly what to do after the tour. Many guests choose this as their first activity to get a feel for the city and often search for us again after to plan future visits or recommend us to friends.
What's included
Included
- Please include phone number reachable the day of the tour
- We meet on north side of the parking garage (only public parking garage in city)
- North side of garage faces the Renaissance Hotel that is directly across the street.
- Pickup at specific locations in the downtown district by request only*
Not included
- We do not offer parking. Please plan accordingly. Come early to secure parking.
What you'll see and do
St. Augustine
This is an extensive and educational tour of St. Augustine. Explore the cultural events that made St. Augustine a key component in world history. The tour is conducted on our electric vehicles in the downtown area of St. Augustine passing by all the main historical structures and areas. Between The Mission Nombre de Dios, Castillo De San Marcos, The Ponce De Leon Hotel (now Flagler College), The Cathedral Basilica, The Tolomato Cemetery, The Saint Francis Barracks, and The Plaza De La Constitución...there are endless adventures waiting to be discussed. The driver is your guide and you are welcome to ask questions. During the historical tour your guide will point out historical attractions and places of interests while discussing the history of charming St. Augustine.
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Historic Tours of Flagler College
Between The Mission Nombre de Dios, Castillo De San Marcos, The Ponce De Leon Hotel (now Flagler College), The Cathedral Basilica, The Tolomato Cemetery, The Saint Francis Barracks, and The Plaza De La Constitución...there are endless adventures waiting to be discussed.
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Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine
The Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine is the oldest Catholic Church in the city and the oldest parish in the country.
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Tolomato Cemetery
Tolomato Cemetery is located in St Augustine, Florida, the oldest European-founded city in the United States, and was in use as a cemetery from the 18th century until 1884.
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National Shrine Of Our Lady Of La Leche At Mission Nombre De Dios
The Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche at Mission Nombre de Dios traces its origins to the founding of the city of St. Augustine in 1565. On September 8, 1565, Pedro Menéndez de Avilés landed and proclaimed this site for Spain and the Church. Menéndez named this site Nombre de Dios, meaning Name of God. He put Father Lopez in charge of the mission, making him the first parish priest in St. Augustine.
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St Francis Barracks
Located on Marine Street, the St. Francis Barracks were constructed of coquina between 1724 and 1755 by Franciscan friars. The barracks were converted for military use when Florida was possessed by the British in 1763. n 1821, Florida would be claimed by the United States and the US Army took control of the barracks until deactivation in 1900 when it was leased to Florida State Troops, the forerunner of the present-day National Guard, in 1907.
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Plaza de la Constitucion
The Plaza de la Constitución sits at the center of our historic city. It is bordered by the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine, Trinity Episcopal, and the Government House, the plaza faces the Bridge of Lions and features a central pavilion used for city events, private events, and live entertainment. There is also a public market that has been in use since the 1500s, when fish, vegetables, and other goods were traded here.
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Fountain Of Youth Archaeological Park
Pedro Menendez de Aviles founds the city of St. Augustine at the Timucua village of Seloy, located at today’s Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park.
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Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
Built by the Spanish in St. Augustine to defend Florida and the Atlantic trade route, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument preserves the oldest masonry fortification in the continental United States and interprets more than 450 years of cultural intersections.
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The Oldest House Museum Complex
Also known as the Gonzalez-Alvarez House, the structure is owned and operated by the St. Augustine Historical Society, and is the oldest surviving Spanish colonial residence in Florida.
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Memorial Presbyterian Church
Flagler's Memorial Presbyterian Church was dedicated on March 16, 1890. The old Presbyterian Church on St. George Street was vacated as the congregation moved to the new sanctuary with room for 480 worshipers. Flagler built the church for his daughter Jennie Louise Flagler, who died in 1889. He chose Carrere & Hastings, the same architects who built the Ponce de Leon Hotel. Its design is based on the Basilica of St. Mark in Venice, Italy.
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Bridge of Lions
Completed in 1927, the Bridge was constructed during the extravagant land boom times in Florida. It was designed as a work of art as much as a transport for cars, connecting downtown St. Augustine with Anastasia Island.
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Ripley's Believe It Or Not
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
St Augustine
Downtown Historic Parking Facility: 1 Cordova Street, St. Augustine, Fl 32084. We meet on the North side of the parking garage. This is where large bus lines load/unload and where the trolleys pull in/out. Not at the clock tower.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We can drop off at the same location you started or anywhere within the immediate downtown historic district.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Explore Tours And Pickups
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 204 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
204 verified traveler reviews for Private Historical Tour of St. Augustine. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Wonderful!
Super experience! Learned so much! Ask for Karen, she’s AMAZING! And I’m going to buy her book on Amazon to refresh my memory of all the great information.
Response from the operator: Thank you for the amazing review! Karen will love reading this. It’s pretty special when a St. Augustine history tour leaves you wanting to keep learning even after the ride is over. We appreciate you joining us and hope you enjoy the book too!
via Viator
Explore Tours for a Private Golf Cart Tour of St. Augustine
We were recently scheduled to have a private tour with another tour company and the tour was cancelled due to a medical emergency, but the owner recommended Explore Tours, and it was a great recommendation. We purchased the private tour; the instructions were clear and Karen our tour guide texted me about 20 minutes before that she was on her way and where to meet her. She was great! Friendly, fun and lots of information about the history of St. Augustine and the area. Would highly recommend Explore Tours. We definitely would come back for a Night of Lights private tour in December.
Response from the operator: Thank you for the kind review. We’re so glad everything worked out and that you found us. A private tour is such a great way to see St. Augustine at your own pace and ask questions along the way. We’d love to have you back for a Night of Lights tour in December.
via Tripadvisor
A great way to familiarize yourself with St. Augustine.
This was a perfect way to get one’s historical and geographical bearings of St. Augustine. Our guide Karen was fabulous and had a wonderful style of weaving together the history. The transport was limited to a max of about 10 passengers which offered us more interaction with the guide. We really enjoyed the tour.
Response from the operator: Thank you for the kind review. We’re glad the tour helped you get your bearings and that the storytelling brought the history together in a way you enjoyed. The smaller group size makes it more interactive. We appreciate you joining us.
via Tripadvisor
Recommend private. Helpful pickup and drop off. Good tips.
Very informative. Private was nice.
Response from the operator: Thank you for the review. We’re so glad you found the tour informative and enjoyed the private experience. It really is a nice way to explore the city at a relaxed pace. We appreciate you joining us and hope to see you again when you’re back in St. Augustine.
via Tripadvisor
Fun and Fascinating
Karen was a phenomenal tour guide. We were a group of 8 girlfriends and she made the tour interesting for all of us! We learned so much, and she really knew her stuff! Highly recommend!
Response from the operator: Thank you for the great review. We’re glad your group had such a fun time together and that the tour kept everyone engaged. St. Augustine has so many stories to share. We appreciate the recommendation.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 71
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 71
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Historical Tour of St. Augustine: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for St Augustine.
How much does Private Historical Tour of St. Augustine cost?
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Prices start at $200 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in St Augustine usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Historical Tour of St. Augustine take?
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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in St Augustine is not rushed.
Is Private Historical Tour of St. Augustine worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 71 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 204 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in St Augustine, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Historical Tour of St. Augustine?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Historical Tour of St. Augustine suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Historical Tour of St. Augustine?
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Around 71 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in St Augustine can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in St Augustine and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Historical Tour of St. Augustine start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central St Augustine within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in St Augustine?
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St Augustine is walkable history: Castillo de San Marcos, Spanish quarter walking tours, trolley loops, lighthouse climbs and some of the best-attended ghost tours in the country. Guide storytelling quality is the main variable. On Outty we rank every St Augustine experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Medieval Torture Museum with Ghost Hunting and Tiny Art Gallery, St. Augustine's Wine, Cocktail and Food Experience, Dolphin and Wildlife Adventure of St. Augustine. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit St Augustine?
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February to May and September to November. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in St Augustine?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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