Private Historical Tour of St. Augustine

Best first way to see St. Augustine. See the highlights of St. Augustine the easy way on a small group golf cart tour. The best first way to see St. Augustine is with Explore Tours and PickUps, especially if it’s your first time visiting. You’ll cover more ground than walking tours while enjoying a personal, guided experience through the nation’s oldest city. Perfect for couples, families, and anyone wanting a relaxed but informative overview before exploring on their own. Cruise through the historic district while learning the stories behind St. Augustine’s most important landmarks. Your guide shares history, local insight, and recommendations so you know exactly what to do after the tour. Many guests choose this as their first activity to get a feel for the city and often search for us again after to plan future visits or recommend us to friends.

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   St. Augustine

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   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. 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 Constitución...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.

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   Historic Tours of Flagler College

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   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 Constitución...there are endless adventures waiting to be discussed.

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   Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine

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   The Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine is the oldest Catholic Church in the city and the oldest parish in the country.

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   Tolomato Cemetery

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   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.

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   National Shrine Of Our Lady Of La Leche At Mission Nombre De Dios

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   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 Menéndez de Avilés landed and proclaimed this site for Spain and the Church. Menéndez 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.

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   St Francis Barracks

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   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.

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   Plaza de la Constitucion

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   The Plaza de la Constitución 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.

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   Fountain Of Youth Archaeological Park

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   Pedro Menendez de Aviles founds the city of St. Augustine at the Timucua village of Seloy, located at today’s Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park.

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   Castillo de San Marcos National Monument

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   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.

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    The Oldest House Museum Complex

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    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.

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    Memorial Presbyterian Church

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    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.

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    Bridge of Lions

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    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.

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    Ripley's Believe It Or Not

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    We will pass by without stopping.

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.