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10 am Walking History Tour of St Augustine Historic District
Historic District
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This is the tour that was our 11am and 2pm tour, just better! Discover the rich history of St. Augustine, the oldest city in the U.S., on an immersive 2-2 1/2 hour fully guided walking tour. This tour features personal audio devices which allow you to hear every detail of the tour without dealing with noise pollution, other guest conversations or any of a number of distractions. Ideal for history buffs and curious travelers, this tour offers insights into the city's colonial past, well up into the Gilded Age and included architectural wonders, including the famous Castillo de San Marcos. Explore the historic district with an experienced guide who brings the stories of this vibrant city to li...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Historical Narrative of the city of St. Augustine
Meeting Points
Departure
St. Augustine and St. Johns County Visitor Information Center
Your tour will begin between the City of St. Augustine parking garage and the Visitor's Information Center on the compass that is found between those two structures.
Return
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Wheelchair accessible
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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10 am Walking History Tour of St Augustine Historic District
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About
This is the tour that was our 11am and 2pm tour, just better! Discover the rich history of St. Augustine, the oldest city in the U.S., on an immersive 2-2 1/2 hour fully guided walking tour. This tour features personal audio devices which allow you to hear every detail of the tour without dealing with noise pollution, other guest conversations or any of a number of distractions. Ideal for history buffs and curious travelers, this tour offers insights into the city's colonial past, well up into the Gilded Age and included architectural wonders, including the famous Castillo de San Marcos. Explore the historic district with an experienced guide who brings the stories of this vibrant city to li...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Historical Narrative of the city of St. Augustine
Meeting Points
Departure
St. Augustine and St. Johns County Visitor Information Center
Your tour will begin between the City of St. Augustine parking garage and the Visitor's Information Center on the compass that is found between those two structures.
Return
Itinerary
1
Tolomato Cemetery
See the oldest catholic cemetery in Florida, making it the oldest Christian cemetery in the state. We only stop at the entrance to the location.
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Grace United Methodist Church
See one of the Flagler Era churches which played a major part in Henry Flagler's revitalization of the city in the late 1800s.
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Memorial Presbyterian Church
See the most beautiful building in the city and hear the heartbreaking story of how it came to be.
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Historic Tours of Flagler College
The college is the former Ponce de Leon hotel, which set the standard for opulence during the gilded age, right here in St. Augustine. The college does offer it's own internal tour, the Flagler Legacy Tour, it is not included in this tour.
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Plaza de la Constitucion
Founded in 1599 by Royal Decree, the plaza boast the Government House the seat of power in Florida for nearly 250 years. Hear how it came to be, what became of the Governors who lived there and how it was lovingly recreated in 1933 as part of the WPA projects.
10 minutes
6
Bridge of Lions
The historic Bridge of Lions. Dating back to 1927, famous for the Italian marble Lions guarding the entrance to the structure.
10 minutes
7
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
Our licensed fort guide will give the complete history of the forts of St. Augustine and discuss its construction and importance in the history of the city and the nation, while touring the exterior of the structure. Admission inside is purchased through the National Park Service, or holders of a National Park Pass are allowed inside for free. The tour remains on the external grounds of the fort.
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Old City
The Colonial entrance to the city of St. Augustine. The second oldest structure in the city. The only portion of the city wall that remains today.
10 minutes
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Huguenot Cemetery
Also known as the Public Burial Grounds. It marks a particularly dark moment in the city's history. The cemetery is not usually open to visitors. On the third Saturday of every month from 11am until 2pm, guests are allowed in for free. Otherwise, the cemetery is closed to guests.
