St. Augustine Nights of Lights Celebration from Orlando
Orlando, United States

St. Augustine Nights of Lights Celebration from Orlando

Outty Ranking 59 4.8 · 4 traveler reviews10 hoursFrom $119
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59/100

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4.8/5

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Is St. Augustine Nights of Lights Celebration from Orlando worth booking?

St. Augustine Nights of Lights Celebration from Orlando is a 10-hour experience in Orlando, United States, from $119 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
59 / 100
Rating
4.8/5 (4)
Duration
10 hours
From
$119 per person

Get into the spirit of Christmas on this fun tour to St. Augustine, where you can see one of the world's best lighting displays. This festive city features millions of lights to really celebrate the holiday season. Also included is the Jolly Holiday Trolley, as well as winter warmers such as apple cider and homemade cookies.

What you get

    About this experience

    Get into the spirit of Christmas on this fun tour to St. Augustine, where you can see one of the world's best lighting displays. This festive city features millions of lights to really celebrate the holiday season. Also included is the Jolly Holiday Trolley, as well as winter warmers such as apple cider and homemade cookies.

    What's included

    Included

    • Round-trip Transportation from Orlando
    • Hot Apple Cider and Cookies
    • Holly Jolly Holiday Trolley

    Not included

    • Food and drinks, unless specified
    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. International Drive

      This is the last pick up area in Orlando before we head towards the North-East Coast

      Pass by without stopping

    2. St. George Street

      Travel north-east to one of the oldest inhabited cities in the US—St. Augustine, where the nights of lights celebration is in full bloom. During Nights of Lights, St. Augustine glows with holiday magic from the ground to the rooftops. Selected by National Geographic since 2011 as one of the ten best holiday lighting displays in the world, St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights features millions of tiny white lights that create a magical atmosphere in the nation’s oldest city. Tracing its origins to the Spanish tradition of displaying a white candle in the window during the Christmas holidays, the spectacular lighting reflects the city’s 448-year history and illuminates the beautiful setting for lasting holiday memories. Caroling, hot cider, and homemade cookies add to the magic of the evening that includes a ride on the Holly Jolly Holiday Trolley around the town. This is a great tour to put you in the holiday mood.

      6 minutes here

    3. Ride the Holly Jolly Trolley Tour. You will be provided special glasses that will make all the lights dance and dazzle in front of your eyes. The trolley plays Holiday Music and drives you through out the historic district so you can see this special holiday celebration that's celebrating its 26th year and often makes the top 5 of holiday light competitions, and often #1 in the USA! These are all white sparkling lights!

      30 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 45 minutes before departure.

    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
    Fri, Sun
    Group size
    Up to 10 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Gray Line of Orlando

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult

    Photos

    St. Augustine lit up for the holidays!, St. Augustine Nights of Lights Celebration from OrlandoSee the Bridge of Lions, St. Augustine Nights of Lights Celebration from OrlandoEverything is covered in White Lights!, St. Augustine Nights of Lights Celebration from OrlandoThe Christmas Tree in the square., St. Augustine Nights of Lights Celebration from OrlandoFlagler College all lit up, St. Augustine Nights of Lights Celebration from OrlandoEnjoy some hot drink and cookies as you get off the trolley, St. Augustine Nights of Lights Celebration from Orlando

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    2 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    1 mention

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Value for money

    1 mention

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Food and drink

    1 mention

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Traveler reviews

    4 verified traveler reviews for St. Augustine Nights of Lights Celebration from Orlando. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    139sivakumars · December 2025

    Great sight seeing experience

    It is a small town with lot of history behind. People are friendly and lots of Mom and Pop shops. Fantastic wax mueseum. We felt it was on par or better than Madamme Tussaud in London

    via Tripadvisor

    Judy_L · December 2021

    Beautiful experience!

    Beautiful lights! So many great restaurants to choose from like Harry’s, Colombia, Casa Reina. Gorgeous old city. Trolley ride & singing Christmas songs, so fun. Ismael, our driver, was WONDERFUL! Thanks for a great experience.

    via Viator

    gotchyer · May 2020

    excellent

    We were picked up at the hotel. Then set off to St Augustine we stopped part way as the journey is approx 2hrs ( but well worth it) I must say the tour guides are very knowledgable . We arrived and had plenty of time to take a good look around before we joined the queue which was quite long for the Holly Jolly ride. As we were boarding the ride each person received a pair of 3d sunglasses. We went all around St Augustine seeing thousands of lights which were amazing and the 3d glasses made it even better, everyone was singing to the christmas songs along the way. When we reached the end everyone was given a cookie and a warm drink of apple cider. A truely amazing

    via Tripadvisor

    sjones3 · January 2020

    St. Augustine Nights of Lights Celebration good deal

    Fun event with pretty lights. A bit of a wait in line for the trolley, but it is popular event. Glad we went and the town and lights filled us with the Christmas spirit.

    Response from the operator: Thank you sjones3 for being a Gray Line Orlando guest, especially on the Nights of Lights tour in St. Augustine. We are are so happy it was able to help you get into the Holiday Spirt. We look forward to welcoming you on another Gray Line tour in one of our worldwide destinations soon. Sincerely, Tori

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    10 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Fri, Sun
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Gray Line of Orlando, who run 24 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 68.0 and 1 in the 90+ Club.

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    Why this scores 59

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)75
    Review evidence (18% weight)23
    Booking momentum (14% weight)12
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)66
    Local standing (8% weight)54
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    St. Augustine Nights of Lights Celebration from Orlando: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Orlando.

    How much does St. Augustine Nights of Lights Celebration from Orlando cost?

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    Prices start at $119 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Orlando 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 Nights of Lights Celebration from Orlando take?

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    Plan for about 10 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 Orlando is not rushed.

    Is St. Augustine Nights of Lights Celebration from Orlando worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Orlando, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule St. Augustine Nights of Lights Celebration from Orlando?

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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 Nights of Lights Celebration from Orlando suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book St. Augustine Nights of Lights Celebration from Orlando?

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    Around 1 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 Orlando 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 Orlando and add a light layer if any part of the 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does St. Augustine Nights of Lights Celebration from Orlando 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 Orlando 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 Orlando?

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    Orlando is a park town with a wetland wrapped around it. Multi-day theme park tickets and skip-ahead passes dominate, but the highest-satisfaction days are often the ones nobody plans: airboat runs on the St. Johns, manatee swims at Crystal River, and Kennedy Space Center on a launch day. We rank on wait-time value and how honestly an operator describes what is included. On Outty we rank every Orlando experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Escape Game Orlando: Epic 60-Minute Adventures on I-Drive, Kennedy Space Center with Transport from Orlando and Kissimmee, 2 HR Interactive Walking Ghost Tour in Downtown Orlando. 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 Orlando?

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    January to April, before the humidity and the afternoon thunderstorms settle in. 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 Orlando?

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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 Nights of Lights Celebration from Orlando?

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    Included: Round-trip Transportation from Orlando; Hot Apple Cider and Cookies; and Holly Jolly Holiday Trolley. Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified; and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does St. Augustine Nights of Lights Celebration from Orlando include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 160 listed pickup locations in and around Orlando. Be ready about 45 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is St. Augustine Nights of Lights Celebration from Orlando 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 Nights of Lights Celebration from Orlando?

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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 Nights of Lights Celebration from Orlando wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to St. Augustine Nights of Lights Celebration from Orlando if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Orlando. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about St. Augustine Nights of Lights Celebration from Orlando?

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    Across 4 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, value for money. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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