St. Augustine Free Walking Tour – Oldest City in America, Spanish Fort & Colonial Lanes
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St. Augustine, United States
St. Augustine
1N (Participation Duration)
Walking (Transportation)
English, Spanish, French (Language)
Number of participants 0/25
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Tour description
Founded by the Spanish in 1565, St. Augustine is the oldest continuously inhabited European settlement in the United States, a sun-baked treasure of colonial lanes, a mighty stone fort and dazzling Gilded Age architecture. On this walking tour a local guide leads you through more than four centuries of history in one compact and charming old town.
You will explore the narrow colonial streets, stand before the great Castillo de San Marcos, and admire the fantastical Spanish-Revival buildings of railroad tycoon Henry Flagler. Historic, atmospheric and delightfully walkable, St. Augustine offers a journey back to the very beginnings of America.
You will explore the narrow colonial streets, stand before the great Castillo de San Marcos, and admire the fantastical Spanish-Revival buildings of railroad tycoon Henry Flagler. Historic, atmospheric and delightfully walkable, St. Augustine offers a journey back to the very beginnings of America.
Meeting point:
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Plaza de la Constitución, downtown St. Augustine
Look for your guide holding a yellow "FREE WALKING TOUR" sign. Please arrive 10 minutes before departure. No deposit required.
Detailed itinerary
Stop 1 – Plaza de la Constitución: We meet on the historic central plaza laid out by the Spanish.\nStop 2 – Cathedral Basilica: One of the oldest church congregations in the United States.\nStop 3 – St. George Street: The atmospheric colonial pedestrian lane of the old town.\nStop 4 – The old city gate & colonial quarter: The entrance to the Spanish walled town.\nStop 5 – Flagler College (Hotel Ponce de León): The lavish Gilded Age masterpiece.\nStop 6 – Lightner Museum & old hotels: The Spanish-Revival grandeur of Flagler's city.\nStop 7 – Castillo de San Marcos approach: We finish before the mighty 17th-century Spanish fort.
Tour price includes
• Professional local guide (languages as listed above, subject to availability)\n• Guided walking tour of about 3 hours\n• Local history, culture and hidden-gem commentary\n• Insider tips on food, cafés and what to see next\n• Small, friendly group with plenty of photo stops
Tour price excludes
• Food and drinks\n• Hotel pick-up and drop-off\n• Public transport and entrance fees to monuments or museums\n• Gratuities / tips for the guide (this is a tip-based tour)\n• Personal expenses
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation at any time — this is a free, tip-based walking tour, so there is never a cancellation charge. Please message your guide in advance if your plans change. Tours run rain or shine; in bad weather the guide may adjust the route for comfort.
Other notes
Departs daily with several start times. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water and weather-appropriate clothing. Suitable for all ages.
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