
St. Augustine Ghost Tour: A Ghostly Encounter
Traveler rating
4.7/5
Based on 2,487 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is St. Augustine Ghost Tour: A Ghostly Encounter worth booking?
St. Augustine Ghost Tour: A Ghostly Encounter is a 1.5-hour experience in St Augustine, United States, from $30 per person. It scores 86 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 2,487 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 86 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (2,487)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $30 per person
Ideal for families, this ghost tour of St. Augustine’s spookiest sites combines light-hearted fun with spine-tingling tales of the city’s past. Alongside a costumed guide, you visit cemeteries, the ground of the Old Fort, and other haunted locations to discover the little-known legends that surround the romantic venue. This tour is limited in order to maintain an atmosphere suitable for the ghost walk. • Haunted ghosts walk around historic St. Augustine • Ideal for families, the tour combines humor with spooky stories. • Visit allegedly haunted spots such as the Old Fort and local cemeteries. • Keep your eyes peeled for restless souls in two cemeteries.
What you get
About this experience
Ideal for families, this ghost tour of St. Augustine’s spookiest sites combines light-hearted fun with spine-tingling tales of the city’s past. Alongside a costumed guide, you visit cemeteries, the ground of the Old Fort, and other haunted locations to discover the little-known legends that surround the romantic venue. This tour is limited in order to maintain an atmosphere suitable for the ghost walk. • Haunted ghosts walk around historic St. Augustine • Ideal for families, the tour combines humor with spooky stories. • Visit allegedly haunted spots such as the Old Fort and local cemeteries. • Keep your eyes peeled for restless souls in two cemeteries.
What's included
Included
- Experienced guide
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Ghost hunting tools (which can be rented for $5).
What you'll see and do
Oldest Wooden School House
Our tour begins and ends at 12 St. George St., St. Augustine Florida. Located next door to the Oldest Wooden Schoolhouse.
Pass by without stopping
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
Join us on the oldest continuously operated walking ghost tour in town. Walk the dark narrow streets of St. Augustine and hear tales of those who came before us and refuse to leave. The Castillo de San Marcos, The City Gate, The Tolomato and Hugenot Cemeteries, as well as some of our favorite hotspots.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
St Augustine
12 St. George Street Saint Augustine, FL. Next door to the Oldest Wooden Schoolhouse.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
12 St. George Street Saint Augustine, FL. Next door to the Oldest Wooden Schoolhouse.
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
- A Ghostly Encounter
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A Ghostly Encounter’s Storm Policy (as follows)
- 1. A Ghostly Encounter tours operate rain or shine. Florida weather changes rapidly and is unpredictable, and we monitor our weather prior to all tours.
- 2. If lighting is present in the area: we will delay the start of the tour for 20 minutes to give the storm time to pass, then proceed as normal.
- 3. If lightening remains present in the area, management may decide to reschedule the tour. Guests will be moved to the following evening’s tours or to the nearest date convenient with the group.
- 4. If rescheduling is not convenient, each guest will be provided a voucher for a future A Ghostly Encounter tour, subject to availability. For offer to be valid, guest must present the voucher directly to our office staff upon returning to St. Augustine or speak directly with the office staff to reschedule (not through a third-party booking site). Please remember to bring your voucher with you. Lost or forgotten vouchers will not be honored; however, vouchers do not expire.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 2,486 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
2,486 verified traveler reviews for St. Augustine Ghost Tour: A Ghostly Encounter. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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The tour was exceptional they talked about the history of the haunted locations and my son and I seen a spirit at the fort but unfortunately was not fast enough to get a picture but highly recommend
Response from the operator: Thank you, Tony, for the lovely review of your tour! We’re so glad you were able to witness one of St Augustine’s many spirits…they love to show themselves at the oddest times, almost to make it a magical and personal experience. We appreciate your recommendation and hope you come back and see us for more ghostly encounters!
via Tripadvisor
Spooky not terrifying (in a good way)
Great experience! Chief was a great guide. Spooky but not too scary. No jump scares which was a plus for me. It was an hour and a half. The walking was not super far, and you stayed at the locations a bit to talk through the history and stories. I would recommend!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for taking the time to leave Chief such a kind review. At A Ghostly Encounter, we pride ourselves on the most authentic, historically accurate tour for our guests, without the need for gimmicks or embellishment to enhance the experience. Your recommendation is much appreciated and we hope you have a beautiful Autumn!
via Tripadvisor
Highly recommend
We absolutely loved our hour and a half walking tour with St. Augustine Ghost Tour: A Ghostly Encounter! Chief was an incredible tour guide! He was knowledgeable, entertaining, personable and clearly passionate about both the history and the stories of St. Augustine. He had a great way of bringing the past to life while keeping the tour fun, engaging and just the right amount of spooky! You could tell he genuinely enjoys sharing these stories and his storytelling made the entire experience memorable. He was also great at answering questions and making everyone feel involved throughout the tour. My personal favorite story was the “Exploding Bishop.” It’s a local urban legend involving Bishop Augustin Verot, but I won’t say anything more because I don’t want to give away the story! You’ll definitely want to hear Chief tell it. If you love horror, history, ghost stories and a good dose of fun, I highly recommend this tour! It was one of our favorite experiences in St. Augustine and Chief made it even better. Highly recommend!
Response from the operator: Chief is not only an amazing story teller, but an equally wonderful human being. He entrenches his guests in the folklore of St Augustine like no other, and thoroughly enjoys his time with his group. Storytelling is a tremendous art, and Chief is a master. Thank you for taking the time to leave such a glowing review and for recommending us to those who are looking for the best ghost tour in St Augustine! Have a beautiful Autumn.
via Viator
So fun!
Our guide Sadie was amazing!! She did such an awesome job with the storytelling and really wrapped us up in the history. Even if you’re not into ghost stories the history is still so cool. Thanks for a great night Sadie!
Response from the operator: Sadie is an amazing guide and mixes just the right amount of history with the secret horrors of the Nation’s Oldest City! We appreciate you taking the time to let Sadie know you enjoyed your tour and we hope you have a beautiful Autumn.
via Tripadvisor
Spooky fun times
Zack was great and was very thorough with the tour in showing us all the spooky places. We had a great tour and time!
Response from the operator: Isn’t Zach amazing at bringing St Augustine’s haunted history to life? We’re blessed to have Zach among our ranks and are thrilled that you enjoyed your time with him on tour. Thank you for leaving such a kind review and have a beautiful Autumn.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 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
- 870
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by A Ghostly Encounter, who run 6 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 64.9.
See everything A Ghostly Encounter runsWhy this scores 86
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
St. Augustine Ghost Tour: A Ghostly Encounter: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for St Augustine.
How much does St. Augustine Ghost Tour: A Ghostly Encounter cost?
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Prices start at $30 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 St. Augustine Ghost Tour: A Ghostly Encounter take?
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Plan for about 1.5 hours 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 St. Augustine Ghost Tour: A Ghostly Encounter worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 86 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 2,487 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in St Augustine, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule St. Augustine Ghost Tour: A Ghostly Encounter?
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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 St. Augustine Ghost Tour: A Ghostly Encounter suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book St. Augustine Ghost Tour: A Ghostly Encounter?
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Around 870 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 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does St. Augustine Ghost Tour: A Ghostly Encounter 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.
What is included in St. Augustine Ghost Tour: A Ghostly Encounter?
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Included: Experienced guide. Not included: Food and drinks; Gratuities; and Ghost hunting tools (which can be rented for $5). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for St. Augustine Ghost Tour: A Ghostly Encounter?
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12 St. George Street Saint Augustine, FL. Next door to the Oldest Wooden Schoolhouse. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is St. Augustine Ghost Tour: A Ghostly Encounter offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for St. Augustine Ghost Tour: A Ghostly Encounter?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is St. Augustine Ghost Tour: A Ghostly Encounter wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Transportation options are wheelchair accessible; and All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to St. Augustine Ghost Tour: A Ghostly Encounter if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about St. Augustine Ghost Tour: A Ghostly Encounter?
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Across 2,487 reviews averaging 4.7 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
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