St. Augustine Things to do

Founded with the goal of educating the general public about the preservation and protection of marine life, Marineland Dolphin Adventure offers educational and interactive aquatic experiences. Connect with dolphins and other marine animals while learning about their anatomy, habitats, behaviors, and more through in-person encounters. Then, go for a swim with these friendly and playful dolphins! Details

Embark on a magical journey through St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights celebration. As you wind through the historic district and renowned light displays, you’ll sit comfortably in one of Ripley’s Big Red Christmas Trains. If you’re lucky, you might even see Santa Claus himself aboard one of the trains, along with some of your favorite Christmas characters. Details

Dive into underwater exploration at the St. Augustine Aquarium. No, really! You can get a firsthand look at a natural Florida reef habitat in the snorkel adventure. Plus, the interactive exhibits throughout allow visitors to touch a starfish, learn about our oceans, and feed sharks. The St. Augustine Aquarium is also dedicated to educating visitors about conservation efforts to protect marine life. Details

Located in historic St. Augustine, the Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park offers a 15-acre historical site of where St. Augustine came to be in the year 1565. Guests can enjoy seeing stars from the park’s planetarium, exploring the native Timucua village, watching an old cannon fire, visit the two-story Discovery Globe, take a walk through the waterfront outdoor park, and much more. Details

The very first permanent Ripley’s attraction, Ripley’s Believe It or Not! St. Augustine offers a fascinating experience for guests of all ages. The attraction is located within a historic castle and features three floors with more than 800 bizarre exhibits and artifacts. Guests can find shrunken heads, a pirate made of scrap car parts, the largest operational erector-set Ferris wheel, and more. Details

The original sightseeing train tours in St. Augustine, Ripley’s Red Sightseeing Trains offer narrated tours of the area’s most popular attractions, shopping districts, historic landmarks and more along a scenic 7-mile circuit. Tours include 80 to 90 minutes of narration about the city’s rich history, and each ticket is valid for three consecutive days for added convenience. Details

Offered by Historic Tours of America, the St. Augustine Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour lets guests enjoy a guided tour of the St. Augustine area at their own pace, led by experienced Old Town Trolley conductors. The 80-minute tour features 23 stops and more than 100 points of interest, including the Fountain of Youth, Lightner Museum, Flagler College, the St. Augustine History Museum, and more. Details

Voted the “Best Crawl” in St. Augustine by Travel and Leisure Magazine, this 3-hour stroll through town includes a myriad of international flavors from local chefs and boutique wines. During this tour, you’ll stop at five different tasting venues where you’ll pair exquisite cuisine with wine from the area’s finest wineries. Plus, you’ll learn about St. Augustines vast history along the way. Details

Located at the Ripley Ghost Parlor, adjacent to the castle entrance, the Ripley’s Ghost Train Adventure offers an 80-minute tour, complete with a fully interactive nighttime investigation of two properties with haunted histories. Tours include the use of EMF meters and laser grids as professional tours retell the spooky stories of the ghosts that haunt the area after dark. Details

St Augustine residents have documented some spooky paranormal activity. From hauntings to apparitions, there’s no shortage of occurrences. This city is rich in history but with that comes tales of gruesome executions, murders, and victims of yellow fever. This tour will take you to see the most haunted places, including the Old Jail and Huguenot Cemetery. You never know what you might see, so bring a camera! Details

Originally built in 1891 by Henry Flagler, the historic Old Jail in St. Augustine offers a unique guided tour that showcases some of the prisoners and practices that took place. Guests can walk through the men’s and women’s cells, look through an assortment of weapons and artifacts, and see where executions occurred. Guests of all ages are welcome and can even work together to try and escape. Details

Take an adventure into the haunted back alleyways of St. Augustine to search for the supernatural and paranormal on this lantern-lit walking tour. You’ll learn all about the city’s true, dark past and secrets, along with hidden stories and personal ghost encounters. But keep a watchful eye and be aware of the shadows. You never know what ghostly haunts will follow your tour, too. Details

Presented by Tour St. Augustine Inc., the Savory Faire Food Tour offers a three-hour VIP tasting experience at several venues in the lively downtown historic area, including local restaurants, off-the-beaten-path hotspots, gourmet shops and more. Guests can also learn about culinary heritages from around the world have influenced St. Augustine’s cuisine. A wine pairing option is also available. Details

Offered by Tour St. Augustine, the St. Augustine Creepy Crawl Pub Tour lets guests enjoy a nightly pub tour with spirits of many kinds. Each tour is led by an experienced ghost-hunting guide, who tells of the bizarre and well-known tales known to the St. Augustine area. Guests are also welcome to purchase their own EMF meters to help detect any paranormal activity along the way. Details

Located at Old St. Johns County Jail, the St. Augustine History Museum offers a display of historical artifacts and private collections from over 400 years of Florida history, including times of Native Americans, Spanish Galleons, pirates and the Revolutionary War. Guests can also enjoy exploring the sunken Spanish treasure room, a Florida Cracker trading post, a Timucan Indian Village and more. Details

Taste yummy tacos, craft beer, and bold margaritas on the three-hour Taco Tuesday Roadster Tour! Led by an expert guide, you will get the lowdown on the area's best Mexican eateries and learn of the craft beer scene in Saint Augustine. Since you don't have to drive, you can enjoy a few drinks and relax as you visit each venue! There's no way to be unhappy with a taco in your hand, so reserve your seat today! Details

Located just across from Flagler College and a few blocks from The Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine, the Villa Zorayda Museum lets guests get an up-close view of the architectural work of art created in 1883 by Franklin Smith. The museum offers state-of-the-art self-guided audio tours that are available throughout the day, as well as special behind-the-scenes tours on select Tuesdays. Details

Offering thrilling ecotourism cruises for Florida visitors all year long, St. Augustine Water Tours feature the Intracoastal area’s top attractions and sites for an unforgettable tour experience. Learn about St. Augustine’s riveting history and culture while taking in the picture-perfect ocean views onboard the 49-passenger covered pontoon. Details

Offered by St. Augustine Historic Walking Tours on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 5 – 7:30 p.m., the Historic Pub Crawl is an ideal way to taste some of the best alcoholic beverages in St. Augustine. Each two-and-a-half to three-hour tour offers premium, craft and local beers; handcrafted sangria; rich wines; and more. Guests are advised to eat before the tour. Details

Ideal for small groups, the History, Mystery, Mayhem & Murder Walking Tour in St. Augustine offers ¬a unique 90-minute experience exploring some of St. Augustine’s darker history, led by a licensed tour guide. Guests can hear tales of the yellow fever epidemic, the great fire of 1914, the pirate sackings, the Indian massacres, and more—all true and historic stories of this historic city. Details

Discover the gruesome and terrifying moments in human history as the Medieval Torture Museum transports you back hundreds of years ago. Combining academic research with human emotions and fear, this interesting museum is not for the weak of heart. Are you brave enough to learn how cruel and frightening the Middle Ages truly were? Details

The Nights of Lights festival features millions of white lights that are draped over the nation's oldest historic district, highlighting the charming Spanish colonial architecture, and spans nearly 20 blocks! This boat tour is a unique experience that allows you to see the brilliant lights glisten from the water and provides numerous conveniences, including a variety of drinks, for a magical evening you won't forget! Details

Situated on San Marco Avenue in historic St. Augustine, the Oldest Store Museum offers a unique experience seeing some of the most incredible items created at the turn of the 20th century. Visitors can watch actors portray clerks, snake oil salesmen and butchers while showing you items like a steam-drive tractor, a grain thresher, guns and ammunition, tonics and elixirs, and more. Details

Situated on Orange Street in St. Augustine, just minutes from the area’s top attractions, Potter’s Wax Museum offers a unique entertainment experience for guests of all ages to enjoy together. The museum—originally established in 1947—features a large assortment of wax figures of famous Hollywood celebrities, professional athletes, political figures, fictional characters and more. Details

Situated just steps from the Matanzas River, the Spanish Military Hospital Museum offers fully guided 40-minute regular and private tours that take guests back to the colonial Spanish days of medicine. Tours include staged surgical demonstrations, medicine creation from colonial herbs, and more. The museum is the only exclusive second Spanish period educational tour in St. Augustine. Details

Located just off A1A, the St. Augustine Pirate & Treasure Museum offers a diverse collection of more than 800 quality artifacts from the era of piracy. Guests can enjoy audio-animatronics and interactive technology while exploring the places and experiences lived on Captain Kidd’s last voyage. The museum also features a Treasure Shoppe, which sells books, jewelry, pirate-themed décor, and more. Details

Get your taste buds ready for three straight hours of delectable food and wine from the eccentric city of St. Augustine. Roll through town in style on a Roadster as you stop at 4 or 5 different restaurants and wine tasting venues. Along the way, your tour guide will educate you on St. Augustine’s history, culinary prowess, and more. Don’t forget to bring a camera! Details