Guided Historical Tour of St. Augustine Per Person





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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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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.
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 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.
The Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine is the oldest Catholic Church in the city and the oldest parish in the country.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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- 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
Reviews(635)
1. Ask for Karen! She is terrific! Knowledgeable, funny, caring, and so helpful! 2. Go early. 3. Take water. 4. Sit back, listen, watch, ask questions. 5. This tour is the best around the sites. We know because we listened as others passed by, etc. Not even close to Karen!
A great, more intimate than trolley, historic tour while riding on an elongated shaded golf cart type of vehicle which seated maybe 10 people total, perfect for small groups or individuals. Plastic seats with seat belts, dogs were welcome to sit on laps or under seat. The guide was a history teacher, very informative and funny.
Thank you for the review. Our small group golf cart tours are a relaxed and easy way to see St. Augustine while enjoying a more personal experience than larger tours. We're glad you enjoyed the history, the laughs, and the comfortable ride through the city's historic streets.
We loved our tour with Karen. Not only was she a great historian but she had a great sense of humor. The personal tour was a great choice for us. No big crowds and we could interact with her. It gave us a great idea of where we wanted to visit after the tour was over. Highly recommend
Thank you for the wonderful review. A small group tour is a great way to experience St. Augustine without the crowds, with plenty of time to ask questions and enjoy the stories along the way. We're so glad Karen helped you discover places you wanted to explore after the tour. We appreciate the recommendation.
Our guide Mark had 2 couples on his 1hr tour and made it fun, educational and entertaining. The Flagler buildings are amazing and he described all sites so well. The electric cart seats 8 so you get to ask questions.
Thank you for the review. Our small group tours make it easy to ask questions and enjoy a more personal experience while exploring historic St. Augustine. We're glad Marc helped bring the city's history and beautiful Flagler landmarks to life.
Mark is fantastic! Learned so much about the history of St Augustine and saw some amazing places. Highly recommend!
Thank you for the review. We're so glad Marc helped bring the history of St. Augustine to life. It's an easy way to see the city's historic landmarks while discovering stories you might otherwise miss. We truly appreciate the recommendation.
Fantastic historical tour. Mark was amazing. Fun, informative, thorough and well spoken. We learned so much during our tour.
Thank you for the review. Marc has a great way of making St. Augustine's history both entertaining and easy to follow. We're glad you left with a deeper appreciation for the city and all of its stories.
We enjoyed our tour thru St. Augustine. Our guide was Karen and she took her time to talk about the history of this amazing city. i would give her 10 stars if i could.. Thanks Karen for a great tour
Thank you so much for the kind words. Karen truly enjoys sharing the stories that make historic St. Augustine so special, and we're glad you never felt rushed. We appreciate the 10-star compliment and hope to welcome you back the next time you're in town!
The historical tour in St Augustine was absolutely amazing! Our guide, Karen, is fantastic. She tells history by weaving a story supported by the backdrop of the city. All while driving, I might add. LOL. The historical tour was by far the highlight of our visit to St Augustine. Karen is a very knowledgeable, friendly person who a great asset to her company and a joy to her clients. Thank you!
Thank you for such a wonderful review. Karen has a gift for bringing more than 460 years of St. Augustine history to life by connecting the people, places, and events into one story. We're honored to have been the highlight of your visit and truly appreciate your recommendation. Hope to see you again the next time you're in St. Augustine!
One of the best tours I’ve ever been on. It is worth every dime and then some. I highly recommend this tour.
Thank you so much! Hearing that it's one of the best tours you've ever been on truly means a lot. We love helping guests discover the history and charm of St. Augustine in a fun, relaxed setting. We appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you again on your next visit.
Karen gave us Very informative history tour via electric cart around st Augustine. In one hour we learned so much had some laughs and saw the highlights. Highly recommend!
Thank you for the review. There’s a lot you can fit into an hour in St. Augustine! We’re glad Karen helped make history fun while showing you the city’s highlights. It’s a great first way to see St. Augustine before exploring more on your own. We appreciate the recommendation.



