Guided Historical Tour of St. Augustine Per Person
By Explore Tours And Pickups
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per adult*
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- Free cancellation available
- 1h
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- Instant confirmation
Overview
Support small local businesses by looking us up directly on the web; ExploreToursAndPickUps. 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 golf carts 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 ConstituciĆ³nā¦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. We stay seated on the vehicle for the duration of the tour. Please read your receipt/ticket for directions
Activity location
- 1 Cordova St
- 1 Cordova Street
- 32084, St. Augustine, Florida, United States
Meeting/Redemption Point
- 1 Cordova St
- 1 Cordova Street
- 32084, St. Augustine, Florida, United States
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Guided Historical Tour
- 1h
- English
Duration: 1 hour
Electric Golf Cart
Language options: English
Price details
$36.00 x 1 Adult$36.00
Total
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
What's included, what's not
- PLEASE review details on the meeting location which is on your ticket under special instruction*
- Certified Guide
- Please include phone number reachable the day of the tour
- We DO NOT offer parking. Please plan accordingly and arrive early to secure parking.
Know before you book
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adultās lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Activity itinerary
St. Augustine (Pass 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. AugustineĀ passing by all the main historical structures and areas.Ā Between The Mission Nombre de Dios, Castillo De San Marcos, The Ponce De Leon Hotel (now Flagler College),Ā The Cathedral Basilica, The Tolomato Cemetery, The Saint Francis Barracks, and The Plaza De La ConstituciĆ³n...there are endless adventures waiting to be discussed.Ā Ā The driver is your guide and you are welcome to ask questions.Ā During the historical tour your guide will point outĀ historical attractions and places of interests while discussing the history of charming St. Augustine.
Flagler College (Pass by)
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 ConstituciĆ³n...there are endless adventures waiting to be discussed.
National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche at Mission Nombre de Dios (Pass 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 MenƩndez de AvilƩs landed and proclaimed this site for Spain and the Church. MenƩndez 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 (Pass by)
The Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine is the oldest Catholic Church in the city and the oldest parish in the country.
Tolomato Cemetery (Pass 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 (Pass 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 (Pass 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 (Pass 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 (Pass by)
Pedro Menendez de Aviles founds the city of St. Augustine at the Timucua village of Seloy, located at todayās Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park.
Memorial Presbyterian Church (Pass by)
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 (Pass 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 (Pass by)
The Plaza de la ConstituciĆ³n 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.
Location
Activity location
- 1 Cordova St
- 1 Cordova Street
- 32084, St. Augustine, Florida, United States
Meeting/Redemption Point
- 1 Cordova St
- 1 Cordova Street
- 32084, St. Augustine, Florida, United States
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