Lightner Museum, St. Augustine

See historic St. Augustine on a guided hop-on hop-off trolley tour. Listen as your conductors narrate the tour with a fascinating and fun mix of trivia and stories. Find out about the oldest continuously inhabited settlement in the country at the St. Augustine History Museum. Enjoy a full 90-minute tour on the trolley or have the freedom to hop-on and hop-off at any of the 22 stops. Avoid getting through traffic or having to find and pay for parking. Let your conductor take care of navigating for you. Relive the story of the first settlement in North America as you see Castillo de San Marcos, the Spanish fort built in the 17th century. See the famous spring that Ponce de Leon which is deemed the Fountain of Youth, where you can actually sample the water. Explore the site of the first mass in America at the Mission of Nombre de Dios. Experience early St. Augustine as you tour Old St. Augustine Village, which features houses from the 18th and 19th centuries. Admire the Gonzalez-Alvarez House, the oldest documented colonial house in Florida which was lived in by British, Spanish, and American colonists. Immerse yourself in the 500 year history of the city as you view the exhibits at the St. Augustine History Museum.  There are 22 Stops conveniently located close to many places of interest in St. Augustine: 1) 167 San Marco Ave: Old Town Trolley Tours of St Augustine, The Old Jail, Oldest Store Museum Experience, St. Augustine History Museum, Gator Bob’s Trading Post, Spice & Tea Exchange 2) 10 W. Castillo Dr.: Visitor Information Center 3) 31 Orange Street: Potter’s Wax Museum, Old Drug Store, Tolomato Cemetery 4) 1 St. George Street: City Gates + St. George Street (historic walking mall), Oldest Wooden Schoolhouse 5) 20 S. Castillo Dr: Colonial Quarter, Pirate & Treasure Museum, Castillo de San Marcos 6) 6 Avenida Menendez: Bay View at the Best Western, Shipwreck Museum 7) 39 Hypolita Street: Hypolita Street and St. George Street, Columbia Restaurant 8) 38 Sevilla Street: Flagler Memorial Presbyterian Church + Grace United Methodist Church Ancient City Baptist Church 9) 81 King Street: Villa Zorayda Museum 10) 80 Cordova St: Lightner Museum, Flagler College 11) 112 Riberia Street: St. Augustine Distillery 12) 146 King Street: San Sebastian Winery 13) 139 King Street: Whetstone Chocolate Factory 14) 38 Cathedral Place: Plaza de la Constitucion, Government House, Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine 15) 22 St. Francis Street: Oldest House, Fernandez Llambias House 16) 111 Avenida Menendez: St. Augustine Marina, Schooner Freedom, The Black Raven Pirate Cruise 17) 1 S. Castillo Dr.: Castillo de San Marcos National Monument 18) 19 San Marco Ave: Ripley’s Believe It or Not! 19) 27 San Marco Ave: Old Town Trolley Welcome Center 20) 101 San Marco Ave: Mission of Nombre de Dios, Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche 21) 137 San Marco Ave: The Old Senator + Villa 1565 22) 11 Magnolia Ave: The Fountain of Youth

Visit St. Augustine, the so-called “Ancient City” and oldest continuously settled town in the United States. Experience the charming atmosphere and beautiful climate of a town located between northeast and central-east Florida. While there, explore St. Augustine's delightful historic district, with its cobblestone streets, quaint cafes, bars, and unique shops. Make sure to also take in the history at the significant landmarks such as Castillo de San Marcos, Flagler College, the Lightner Museum, the Fountain of Youth, and more, Choose between the following tour options: • St. Augustine Day Tour: Spend a full day in the oldest city in the U.S. Find out about the historic landmarks with a tour guide and then shop, dine, and discover the city at your own pace. • St. Augustine Scenic Cruise: Get a unique view of the city and see its many historic landmarks and impressive natural beauty on a narrated tour around Matanzas Bay. • St. Augustine's Colonial Quarter Museum: Embark on an interactive adventure where history comes alive with a guide in proper colonial attire. Throughout this living museum, experience a musket firing, blacksmith demonstrations, and more. • Road Train Tour: Set off on a hop-on, hop-off sightseeing adventure through town aboard a trolley streetcar. Learn interesting facts about the 22 unique sites on the 7-mile (11-kilometer) loop, and hop on and off where you like to explore the attractions at your own pace. • Pirate & Treasure Museum: Explore the Golden Age of Piracy with one of the world’s largest collections of authentic pirate artifacts and shipwreck treasures. Delight in award-winning interactive exhibits that make this hands-on museum an experience for all the family. Whichever tour option you choose, your day will include plenty of time to explore the town, shop in the gift shops, and dine in one of the local restaurants on the cobblestone streets.

Save your legs with a tour of St. Augustine by land and sea with minimum walking required. Enjoy a 75-minute narrated boat ride around Matanzas Harbor then see the city's most important sights in an electric golf cart. Pass by Plaza de la Constitución, the Lightner Museum, and much more. Start the day with a sail through Matanzas Harbor. Feel the wind in your hair from the top deck or keep warm on the lower deck as you take in the city's historic landmarks from a unique waterside perspective. Enjoy live commentary from a certified tour guide/driver. Once back on dry land, hop in an electric golf cart for a city sightseeing tour. Pass by Plaza de la Constitución, Lightner Museum, and Castillo de San Marcos. See iconic hotels such as the Alcazar and Casa Monica. Finally, ride by the Mision Nombre de Dios site and the Fountain of Youth.

Gain full admission to over 30 St. Augustine tours, attractions, and historic sites, and save up to 40% off retail ticket prices with this pass. Skip the lines and make reservations in advance of your trip. Choose between a 1-day pass. You can add more days if you wish after purchase. Take advantage of a 100% digital pass with interactive maps, booking tools, and detailed information. Simply show your digital pass at the ticket window for your chosen tour or attraction. Upon purchase, you'll instantly receive a text and email to start using the pass on your smartphone. Get instant access to tours and attractions with full admission. Featured Tours • Hop-on Hop-off Trolley Tour • Ghost and Gravestones Trolley Tour • Creepy Crawl Haunted Pub Walking Tour • Dolphin Odyssey and Sightseeing Boat Tour • Ghostly Experience Walking Tour • Lightner Museum Admission • Nights of Lights Boat Cruise (from November 15 to January 31) • Paranormal Investigation of Fort Grounds • Sunset Bring Your Own Beer Boat Cruise • Pirate and Treasure Museum • Fountain of Youth Park and Museum • Haunted Pub Crawl Tour • Telling Elergies Walking Tour Standard Attractions • Classic Car Museum • Colonial Quarters Experience Tour • Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center • Oldest House Museum Complex • Oldest Wooden Schoolhouse • Oldest Store Museum Experience • Potter's Wax Museum • Spanish Military Hospital Museum • St. Augustine Aquarium General Admission • St. Augustine History Museum • The Old Jail Museum Tour • Villa Zorayda Museum • Ximenez-Fatio House Museum • MarineLand General Admission

We will pick you up within downtown/West King/Anastasia Island Bridge adjacent. Our custom designed, state of the art LSV - low-speed vehicle allows touring the sites throughout the Ancient City, not just small fractions like other local companies. Premium lights and sound accompany our top-tier licensed guides as they take you through the fascinating and haunted history of the First Coast! Our knowledgeable tour guides will give you recommendations for places to eat, shop or any suggestions you might need. We want to make your visit memorable ♥️ - CASTILLO DE SAN MARCOS National Monument. See the oldest and most important building in the Ancient City. Hear why it has defined St. Augustine since 1695. 5 min. Admission is not included - NATIONAL SHRINE of Our Lady of La Leche at Mission NOMBRE DE DIOS. This sacred site's importance is difficult to overstate. It is the first Franciscan mission in the USA, as well as the oldest shrine to the Virgin Mary in the country. See the beautiful grounds and hear the vast history. 5 min. Admission is not included -FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH ARCHAEOLOGICAL PARK Where the Spanish originally landed at the city's founding in 1565. See statues of Ponce de Leon, Don Pedro Menedez, and over 60 resident peafowl. 5 min admission is not included. PLAZA de la Constitucion. The geographic center of the colonial city first appeared on the historic town plan in 1587. Surrounded by the most important public buildings in the city, from this vantage point see America's Oldest settlement and its historic cathedral, Governor's House, public market, and much more. 10 min. Free admission. -LIGHTNER MUSEUM . The Lightner Museum, housed in the historic Hotel Alcazar along with St. Augustine City Hall, gives us our base in the Flagler Alameda, the portion of town known as our Guilded Age square. See the myriad contributions bestowed on our fair city by the father of modern Florida. From here we also explore Flagler College and the Casa Monica Hotel. 10 min. Admission is not included. - VILLA ZORAYDA The eccentric home of Franklin Smith, a contemporary of Henry Flagler, provides a glimpse into St. Augustine's opulent past as a luxury vacation destination. Modeled after Spain's Alhambra Castle, this building adds whimsical quirk to the city. 5min. Admission is not included Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center Explore St. Augustine's rich Civil Rights history. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. spent valuable time in Lincolnville, the city's historically segregated portion, during 1964. Hear the events that led to and followed that storied visit. 10min. Admission is not included. FLAGLER COLLEGE As we pass by the Ponce de Leon Hotel, a gilded-age gem, you'll be transported back in time. This once-grand hotel boasted the most luxurious accommodations and amenities of its era. Marvel at the stunning stained glass windows, meticulously crafted by Tiffany himself. A must-see for history buffs and art lovers alike." AND MANY MORE!!

We’ll meet at The Lightner Museum lobby where you can purchase a half-price ticket. Your guide Jule will customize the route according to your interests in history, paintings, sculpture, stained glass and other highlights of the collection (architecture, furniture, gardens, ceramics, etc.). We’ll move on to visit a high end hotel and a local college also built and furnished in the Gilded Age. Jule is experienced at engaging tour participants in learning about Saint Augustine’s complex history through the lens of art. This is a unique tour not offered by any other tour company that is designed around your interests.

Ride in style on a private tour of St. Augustine in a premium electric cart. Explore the city with up to 6 of your closest friends and choose from a range of themes like haunted history, Spanish colonial, Flagler era, and Gilded Age. Be picked up from your hotel in the downtown area and begin your tour. Choose from themes like haunted history, Spanish colonial, Flagler era, and Gilded Age, or tell your guide your personal interests to create a truly unique experience. See the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche at Mission Nombre de Dios, the Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park, Plaza de la Constitucion, the Lightner Museum, the Villa Zorayda Museum, and the Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center and many more. Enjoy premium lights and sound that accompany your top-tier licensed guide. Make stops at the sights for you to take photos. Admissions are not included.

Our custom designed, state of the art LSV - low-speed vehicle allows touring of haunted sites throughout the Ancient City, not just small fractions like other local companies. Premium lights and sound accompany our top-tier licensed guides as they take you through the fascinating and haunted history of the First Coast! - CASTILLO DE SAN MARCOS National Monument. A slow drive-by of the fort at night could yield orbs, tracers or ectoplasmic clouds. 5 min. Admission is not included -LIGHTNER MUSEUM . The tour tells the haunted history of the entire City Hall structure, which includes the Lightner Museum, Cafe Alcazar, and the Historic spa, casino and indoor pool complexes. 10 min. Admission is not included. - PLAZA DE LA CONSTITUCION. Hear the Plaza's history of public execution and of the slave trade. 5 min. Free admission. - NATIONAL SHRINE of Our Lady of La Leche at Mission NOMBRE DE DIOS. A view of this property at night provides a stark contrast to the beloved religious site. We speak about its long history before it was the shrine of today, when it was the native village of Seloy. 5 min. Admission is not included -HUGUENOT CEMETERY. See the cemetery that was built in response to a devastating Yellow Fever epidemic, with one of the highest concentrations of burials in the world. Learn the graveyard's many dark secrets. 10 min. Free admission - THE OLDEST HOUSE MUSEUM COMPLEX. On the far south side of the colonial city, see a haunted attraction not featured on any walking tour, and hear about the Peavett's haunted tavern and boarding house. 5 min. Admission is not included. -TOLOMATO CEMETERY. 10 min Free admission AND MANY MANY MORE!!

The Price of $178 is the minimum for one or two people to spend 2 hours with Professional Photographer Patricia Bean Additional people $89 per person. Join professional photographer Patricia for an unforgettable 2-hour journey through Saint Augustine's enchanting streets. This isn't just a photo tour – it's your gateway to mastering photography while exploring centuries of history. Tour Flexibility: Your booking is a group tour with an option for a private tour. If you want a more in-depth experience, consider upgrading to the Exclusive Learning Experience option for private booking. Upgrade available to Exclusive Learning Experience (ask 24+ hours before your tour) Book with confidence: receive all vouchers, tickets, and trip details instantly after booking. Enjoy the best values in the city, secure transactions, and top-notch customer service by phone or email. What Makes This Tour Special: Learn photography essentials that work for any camera (smartphone to DSLR) Discover hidden photo spots only locals know Practice in the golden hour when the city glows Master composition techniques using colonial architecture Receive a FREE illustrated Tutorial Guide Perfect Photo Locations: Bridge of Lions with its mirror-like reflections Cathedral Basilica bathed in evening light Spanish Colonial landmarks Secret gardens and hidden courtyards Renaissance and Moorish architectural gems All skill levels are welcome! By the tour's end, you'll have stunning photos and skills to make every future shot Instagram-worthy. What You’ll Learn Using my Composition by Design method, you’ll discover how to move beyond snapshots and create meaningful, captivating images. Whether you’re shooting with a smartphone or a camera, our focus will be on light, composition, and storytelling. This tour is perfect for all skill levels and ensures you’ll leave with both a deeper appreciation for St. Augustine’s history and stunning photographs to cherish. Experience St. Augustine Like Never Before Join us and see the city in a whole new light—literally and figuratively!