St. Augustine Historical FOOD Tour on Electric Cart with Pick Up
Description
Taste and sip your way through the rich and fascinating history of the Ancient City, using its cuisine as your guide. Enjoy perfectly curated food selections paired with adult beverages and dessert thoughtfully chosen by our Certified Sommelier with nearly 20 years of experience in fine wine and culinary culture. Experience a tour that blends the very best of St. Augustine—exceptional local restaurants, boutique shopping, and a comprehensive history experience led by a Certified Historian. Food and wine are the treasures you seek—and you’ll find them while riding in style through St. Augustine’s historic streets in a zippy, late-model low-speed vehicle. Take in the sights, scents, and stories of the nation’s oldest city between stops that showcase hand-selected local cuisine paired with expertly curated wine tastings. Pick up within Downtown or West King area available. This exclusive, FUN-filled tour offers a deliciously unique insight into St. Augustine. Ready to climb aboard?
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Itinerary
See the oldest and most important building in the Ancient City. Hear why it has defined St. Augustine since 1695.
This sacred site's importance is difficult to overstate. It is the first Franciscan mission in the USA, as well as the oldest shrine to the Virgin Mary in the country. See the beautiful grounds and hear the vast history.
Where the Spanish originally landed at the city's founding in 1565. See statues of Ponce de Leon, Don Pedro Menedez, and over 60 resident peafowl.
The geographic center of the colonial city first appeared on the historic town plan in 1587. Surrounded by the most important public buildings in the city, from this vantage point see America's Oldest settlement and its historic cathedral, Governor's House, public market, and much more.
The Lightner Museum, housed in the historic Hotel Alcazar along with St. Augustine City Hall, gives us our base in the Flagler Alameda, the portion of town known as our Guilded Age square. See the myriad contributions bestowed on our fair city by the father of modern Florida. From here we also explore Flagler College and the Casa Monica Hotel.
The eccentric home of Franklin Smith, a contemporary of Henry Flagler, provides a glimpse into St. Augustine's opulent past as a luxury vacation destination. Modeled after Spain's Alhambra Castle, this building adds whimsical quirk to the city.
Explore St. Augustine's rich Civil Rights history. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. spent valuable time in Lincolnville, the city's historically segregated portion, during 1964. Hear the events that lead to to and followed that storied visit.
"As we pass by the Ponce de Leon Hotel, a gilded-age gem, you'll be transported back in time. This once-grand hotel boasted the most luxurious accommodations and amenities of its era. Marvel at the stunning stained glass windows, meticulously crafted by Tiffany himself. A must-see for history buffs and art lovers alike."
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
IMPORTANT NOTE: if you choose to use pick up service, it will begin 30 min before the tour starts. Please be ready and await outside within this time frame. Your phone must stay up to date and available as we may contact you regarding your tour. ATTENTION: If your accommodation is outside our pickup zone, your meeting point will be at the VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER located at 10 South Castillo Drive.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Passengers must be 8 years of age or older
- DIETARY RESTRICTIONS must be communicated directly to First Coast Cart Tours (904 690 1890) at least 36 hours before your scheduled tour in order to be accommodated.
- Gluten,Vegan, dairy/lactose, & soy restrictions cannot be adequately accommodated. Guests with multiple allergies should contact First Coast Cart Tours prior to booking to confirm accommodation.
- We cannot assume responsibility for those with severe allergies.
- We make every effort to provide a full meal for all guests, however, substitutions for dietary restrictions may not be 1-for-1 with regular tour offerings.
- We operate in most weather conditions please dress appropriately for the weather conditions during your visit.
- We reserve the right to cancel the tour due to hazardous conditions which would jeopardize our guests or guides.
- DIETARY RESTRICTIONS must be communicated 36 hours in advance directly to First Coast Cart Tours (904 690 1890 or info@firstcoastcarttours.com)
- We cannot accommodate gluten, vegan, dairy/lactose, or soy restrictions
- This tour/activity will have maximum of 7 travelers
- All passengers must wear safety belts at all times.
- Pick up starts 30 minutes before the activity
- NO PETS on this tour
- SEATING MAY BE REAR FACING
- Not recommended for travelers with severe dietary needs
Reviews(56)
We have done a lot of food tours in the past and this was the worst one by far. For the cost of the tour, the food options were laughable. Stop 1 - hummus, pita that was half dried out, olives, cucumbers. Stop 2 - small plate of cheese, meats and crackers. Stop 3 - one small pience of bruschetta that was stale and two coconut shrimp. Stop 3 - we each got to select a small dessert. We were definitely not even close to full like we normally are on these tours. Tour guide was nice but normally in food tours the food presented is tied to the history of the city and this was definitely not that. Don’t waste your money.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're sorry the experience didn't meet your expectations. Our tour is designed to showcase the history of St. Augustine through both its stories and its food. Throughout the experience, guests enjoy premium wine pairings from around the world at each stop, including an additional premium tasting with our Certified Sommelier at Stop 2. Many of the food selections are intentionally connected to St. Augustine's history. Our first stop at the historic Hotel Alcazar features Mediterranean flavors that reflect the city's Greek influence, while later stops—including the shrimp and bruschetta—are chosen to complement the history of the restaurants and neighborhoods we visit. We're also sorry to hear you felt the historical aspect was lacking, as that is the foundation of this tour. If that portion of the experience wasn't properly communicated during your tour, we'd genuinely appreciate hearing more. Please feel free to contact us directly at info@firstcoastcarttours.com so we can better understand what happened and continue improving. We appreciate your feedback and wish you all the best.
We had a great time seeing the sights, hearing the history and enjoyed the four stops at local spots.
🍷 Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so happy you enjoyed exploring St. Augustine's history while sampling delicious food from our local restaurant partners. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to share another culinary adventure with you on your next visit!
We have gone on many food tours. This may have been the BEST! It was nice not having to walk from one place to the next. The guide was knowledgeable and friendly. Food selections were amble and very tasty. Highly recommended for any one who loves both food and history.
Wow—thank you for such an incredible compliment! Hearing that this was the best food tour you've been on truly means the world to us. We're so glad you enjoyed the comfortable golf cart experience, the delicious food, and the history along the way. We hope to share another memorable culinary adventure with you the next time you're in St. Augustine!
This was a very informative experience to go along with great drinks and food. Our tour guide was Jenifer, very knowledgeable and helpful and fun to be around. If in the future if we decide to do the tour again, we will definitely request Jenifer as our tour guide. Laura and John from Dublin, Georgia.
💛 Thank you, Laura and John, for the fantastic review! We'll be sure to share your kind words with Jennifer—she'll be thrilled to hear them. We're so glad you enjoyed the food, drinks, history, and her company throughout the tour. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back to St. Augustine for another great experience!
Went on a tour with Jennifer on 6/20/2026. Right away she displayed her vast knowledge of the area’s history. She was a terrific guide, driver, and all around cool person. We really enjoyed all aspects of the tour. Perfect pace, vibe, and experience. The 4 of us could not have had a better time. The only tip I would give is to book directly with the company and not with a third party service. They are a small business and it’s nice when every penny of the well deserved money goes to them! The tour is about 3 hours or so and they pick up from where you are staying. Could not be more convenient!
Good Food, drinks and fun! Jennifer was great! She was knowledgeable, fun and accommodating! Great way to enjoy the city!
Thank you for joining our Historical Food Tour! We're thrilled you enjoyed the food, drinks, and company. Jennifer will be delighted to hear your kind words. She loves creating a fun and welcoming experience while sharing the history behind each stop. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again on a future visit to St. Augustine!
Jennifer was very informative and interacted nicely . The good and wine was excellent at all venues.
Thank you for your review! We're so glad you enjoyed the combination of local history, great food, and wine pairings. Jennifer takes pride in creating an engaging and interactive experience, and she'll be thrilled to hear your feedback. Thank you for spending part of your day with us, and we hope to welcome you back for another culinary adventure soon! 🍷🍽️
Great tour, especially with Jennifer the tour guide. A little history & stories of the local area. Four food stops, appetizer, wine & charcuterie, small bites, and then dessert. All with wine tastings. We really enjoyed the first 3 stops, they were great; the last could be changed to something more special, in our opinion. Jennifer was ready for inclement weather with rain ponchos! Highly recommend this food tour of St. Augustine, FL!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted you enjoyed the combination of local history, food, and wine pairings with Jennifer. We appreciate your feedback regarding the final stop and are always looking for ways to enhance the experience. We're glad the ponchos helped keep the tour enjoyable despite the weather. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back to St. Augustine again soon!
Jennifer was wonderful! Really fun informative. We left very full and the food was great. Would definitely do it again.
Thank you for your kind review! We're thrilled you had such a fun experience with Jennifer. It's great to hear you enjoyed both the food and the history and left happy and full. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for another culinary adventure in St. Augustine!
We had so much fun on this food tour! Alicia was our guide and she was so much fun! We learned a ton of interesting history about St. Augustine and had great food! Every stop was wonderful! Great service, great food, a great time! Highly recommend!
Thank you, Gwen! We're delighted you had such a wonderful time on our Historical Food Tour. Alicia will be thrilled to hear your kind words. Combining St. Augustine's fascinating history with great food, local favorites, and a fun atmosphere is exactly what we strive for. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!
