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Guided Historical Tour of St. Augustine Per Person

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: one hour
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 9 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Explore Tours And Pickups

Ages: Adults (0–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: We meet at north side of parking garage. Review special instructions*
Included: Include number reachable the day of the tour
Included: Certified Guide
Included: The north side faces the Renaissance Hotel across the street.

Not included

Not included: Please plan accordingly and arrive early to secure parking.

Itinerary

St. Augustine

Passing by

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.
Historic Tours of Flagler College

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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.
National Shrine Of Our Lady Of La Leche At Mission Nombre De Dios

Passing by

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.
Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine

Passing by

The Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine is the oldest Catholic Church in the city and the oldest parish in the country.
Tolomato Cemetery

Passing by

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.
St Francis Barracks

Passing by

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.
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument

Passing by

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.
The Oldest House Museum Complex

Passing by

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.
Fountain Of Youth Archaeological Park

Passing by

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.
Memorial Presbyterian Church

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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.
Bridge of Lions

Passing by

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.
Plaza de la Constitucion

Passing by

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.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

North side of the Downtown Historic Parking Facility, 1 Cordova St., St. Augustine, FL 32084 (city’s only public parking garage). Meet along the north driveway where buses load, across from the Renaissance Hotel. Not the circle, clock tower, or playground.

End point

North side of the Downtown Historic Parking Facility, 1 Cordova St., St. Augustine, FL 32084 (city’s only public parking garage). Meet along the north driveway where buses load, across from the Renaissance Hotel. Not the circle, clock tower, or playground.

Using your ticket

For your scheduled tour with us:

Please arrive early to allow time for parking, restrooms, and getting to the correct pickup area.

Pickup Location: 1 Cordova Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084. The only public parking garage in the city.

Exact pickup area:

Along the long driveway on the north side of the garage

Where trolleys and large buses load and unload

Facing the Renaissance Hotel entrance on West Castillo Drive

When you arrive details:

Please wait at the pickup area as if you are waiting for a taxi or ride share.

We do not have a storefront or signage for our specific company. This is a public parking garage used only as a convenient pickup location, with public parking and restrooms available. Please look for the small blue open-air golf cart, not a large trolley, and wait in the pickup area as if you are waiting for a taxi or rideshare pickup. Your guide may be finishing a previous tour or making additional pickups and may not arrive immediately. Please allow up to a 15-minute arrival window.

Need help? Contact us directly:

Call: 904-853-1500- leave a voicemail if we are unable to answer right away.

Text: 904-853-1233

**Third-party booking sites such as Viator or TripAdvisor cannot assist with pickup directions**

This is a shared tour and departs on time.

No refunds for missed tours due to late arrival or parking delays.

Parking garage website:

www.citystaug.com/502/Historic-Downtown-Parking-Facility

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.