St. Augustine Guided Historical Tour by Electric Golf Cart Per Person
by Explore Tours and PickUps
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This guided historical tour of St. Augustine lasts one hour and is conducted on an electric golf cart. Each person participates individually on the tour. The meeting point is on the north side of the parking garage across from the Renaissance Hotel. A certified guide drives the golf cart through downtown St. Augustine, with all passengers remaining seated throughout the tour. The route passes by and stops at several important historical sites including Mission Nombre de Dios, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, the Ponce de Leon Hotel (now Flagler College), the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine, Tolomato Cemetery, Saint Francis Barracks, and Plaza de la Constitución. At each location, the guide provides detailed commentary on the history and significance of the site and answers questions from participants. The tour covers key cultural events and landmarks that shaped the city’s history. A contact number is provided for assistance on the day of the tour. Parking is not included, so participants should plan to arrive early to find parking nearby. All guests must review their ticket for meeting instructions and any special details before arrival.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
St. Augustine
This tour covers downtown St. Augustine by electric vehicle, passing the key historical buildings and sites. The guide discusses the cultural events and history that made St. Augustine important in world history while pointing out landmarks during the ride.
Historic Tours of Flagler College
The tour passes the Ponce de Leon Hotel, now Flagler College, as well as other landmarks including Mission Nombre de Dios, Castillo de San Marcos, Cathedral Basilica, Tolomato Cemetery, Saint Francis Barracks, and the Plaza de la Constitución, with historical commentary.
National Shrine Of Our Lady Of La Leche At Mission Nombre De Dios
This shrine is at the site where Pedro Menéndez de Avilés landed on September 8, 1565, and named it Nombre de Dios. He appointed Father Lopez as the first parish priest of St. Augustine. The shrine dates back to the city's founding in 1565.
Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine
The oldest Catholic Church in St. Augustine and the oldest parish in the United States, serving as a significant religious landmark.
Tolomato Cemetery
Used as a burial ground from the 18th century until 1884, this cemetery is part of St. Augustine’s historical sites.
St Francis Barracks
Built from coquina between 1724 and 1755 by Franciscan friars, the barracks were converted to military use under British control in 1763. The US Army controlled them from 1821 until 1900, after which they were leased to the Florida State Troops, a precursor to the National Guard.
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
This fortification was built by the Spanish to protect Florida and the Atlantic trade route. It is the oldest masonry fort in the continental United States and reflects over 450 years of history.
The Oldest House Museum Complex
Also called the Gonzalez-Alvarez House, it is the oldest surviving Spanish colonial residence in Florida and managed by the St. Augustine Historical Society.
Fountain Of Youth Archaeological Park
The site of the original Timucua village of Seloy, where Pedro Menendez de Aviles established St. Augustine.
Memorial Presbyterian Church
Dedicated in 1890 by Henry Flagler for his daughter, the church was designed by Carrere & Hastings based on the Basilica of St. Mark in Venice and replaced the earlier Presbyterian Church on St. George Street.
Bridge of Lions
Completed in 1927 during Florida’s land boom, this bridge connects downtown St. Augustine with Anastasia Island and was designed as both an artistic and functional structure.
Plaza de la Constitucion
The central public square in St. Augustine, surrounded by the Cathedral Basilica, Trinity Episcopal, and Government House. It faces the Bridge of Lions and hosts city events, live entertainment, and a market active since the 1500s.
Meeting point
North side of the Downtown Historic Parking Facility, 1 Cordova St., St. Augustine, FL 32084 (city’s only public parking garage). Meet along the north driveway where buses load, across from the Renaissance Hotel. Not the circle, clock tower, or playground.
End point
North side of the Downtown Historic Parking Facility, 1 Cordova St., St. Augustine, FL 32084 (city’s only public parking garage). Meet along the north driveway where buses load, across from the Renaissance Hotel. Not the circle, clock tower, or playground.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
St. Augustine Guided Historical Tour by Electric Golf Cart Per Person
by Explore Tours and PickUps
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$80Overview
This guided historical tour of St. Augustine lasts one hour and is conducted on an electric golf cart. Each person participates individually on the tour. The meeting point is on the north side of the parking garage across from the Renaissance Hotel. A certified guide drives the golf cart through downtown St. Augustine, with all passengers remaining seated throughout the tour. The route passes by and stops at several important historical sites including Mission Nombre de Dios, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, the Ponce de Leon Hotel (now Flagler College), the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine, Tolomato Cemetery, Saint Francis Barracks, and Plaza de la Constitución. At each location, the guide provides detailed commentary on the history and significance of the site and answers questions from participants. The tour covers key cultural events and landmarks that shaped the city’s history. A contact number is provided for assistance on the day of the tour. Parking is not included, so participants should plan to arrive early to find parking nearby. All guests must review their ticket for meeting instructions and any special details before arrival.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
St. Augustine
This tour covers downtown St. Augustine by electric vehicle, passing the key historical buildings and sites. The guide discusses the cultural events and history that made St. Augustine important in world history while pointing out landmarks during the ride.
Historic Tours of Flagler College
The tour passes the Ponce de Leon Hotel, now Flagler College, as well as other landmarks including Mission Nombre de Dios, Castillo de San Marcos, Cathedral Basilica, Tolomato Cemetery, Saint Francis Barracks, and the Plaza de la Constitución, with historical commentary.
National Shrine Of Our Lady Of La Leche At Mission Nombre De Dios
This shrine is at the site where Pedro Menéndez de Avilés landed on September 8, 1565, and named it Nombre de Dios. He appointed Father Lopez as the first parish priest of St. Augustine. The shrine dates back to the city's founding in 1565.
Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine
The oldest Catholic Church in St. Augustine and the oldest parish in the United States, serving as a significant religious landmark.
Tolomato Cemetery
Used as a burial ground from the 18th century until 1884, this cemetery is part of St. Augustine’s historical sites.
St Francis Barracks
Built from coquina between 1724 and 1755 by Franciscan friars, the barracks were converted to military use under British control in 1763. The US Army controlled them from 1821 until 1900, after which they were leased to the Florida State Troops, a precursor to the National Guard.
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
This fortification was built by the Spanish to protect Florida and the Atlantic trade route. It is the oldest masonry fort in the continental United States and reflects over 450 years of history.
The Oldest House Museum Complex
Also called the Gonzalez-Alvarez House, it is the oldest surviving Spanish colonial residence in Florida and managed by the St. Augustine Historical Society.
Fountain Of Youth Archaeological Park
The site of the original Timucua village of Seloy, where Pedro Menendez de Aviles established St. Augustine.
Memorial Presbyterian Church
Dedicated in 1890 by Henry Flagler for his daughter, the church was designed by Carrere & Hastings based on the Basilica of St. Mark in Venice and replaced the earlier Presbyterian Church on St. George Street.
Bridge of Lions
Completed in 1927 during Florida’s land boom, this bridge connects downtown St. Augustine with Anastasia Island and was designed as both an artistic and functional structure.
Plaza de la Constitucion
The central public square in St. Augustine, surrounded by the Cathedral Basilica, Trinity Episcopal, and Government House. It faces the Bridge of Lions and hosts city events, live entertainment, and a market active since the 1500s.
Meeting point
North side of the Downtown Historic Parking Facility, 1 Cordova St., St. Augustine, FL 32084 (city’s only public parking garage). Meet along the north driveway where buses load, across from the Renaissance Hotel. Not the circle, clock tower, or playground.
End point
North side of the Downtown Historic Parking Facility, 1 Cordova St., St. Augustine, FL 32084 (city’s only public parking garage). Meet along the north driveway where buses load, across from the Renaissance Hotel. Not the circle, clock tower, or playground.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.