A St. Augustine walking tour is one of the best things to do, especially if you’re here for the St. Augustine historic district. With the city at your feet, you’re never too far away from unique adventures and hidden gems. Whether you’re joining a guide or choosing your own path, there are plenty of things to see on a St. Augustine Walking Tour.

What You’ll See on Your Self-Guided Walking Tour

1. At the heart of downtown St. Augustine is the Plaza de la Constitución. The Plaza has been the city’s gathering place for centuries. Visit the Governor’s House and Cultural Center and stop to read historical markers scattered throughout.
2. Stop by a couple of our favorite old churches in St. Augustine, including The Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine and Grace United Methodist Church. These churches are architectural landmarks with beautiful stained glass, intricate details, and historic presence that enrich the cityscape.
3. Don’t miss the Colonial Quarter while on your St. Augustine walking tour. This living history site invites you to try your hand at colonial crafts or watch musket demonstrations. The immersive displays make it easy to imagine daily life hundreds of years ago.
4. At the Old Jail, actors in costume share tales of crime and punishment while guiding you through cells and stories of notorious figures. It’s equal parts entertaining and educational.
5. Step inside the Oldest Wooden Schoolhouse, a well-preserved structure, to see how children were educated in the 1800s. The exhibits and tools of the trade make history tangible in a way few places can.
6. Spend some time at the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument during your St. Augustine walking tour. This centuries-old fort overlooks the Matanzas River and is the oldest masonry fort in the United States. Explore its rooms, see weapons demonstrations, and listen to stories from park rangers who bring the city’s military history to life.
7. Join in on the search for youth at Ponce de Leon’s Fountain of Youth Archeological Park. This site mixes myth and history. Discover the history of early settlers, engage with living history interpreters, and savor the renowned spring water that has drawn travelers for centuries.

Add Visits to These St. Augustine Museums

Adding museums to your St. Augustine walking tour deepens your connection to the city’s past and culture.

1. The Lightner Museum showcases art and antiques inside the former Alcazar Hotel, itself a Gilded Age masterpiece.
2. Our guests enjoy discounted admission to the Oldest House Museum Complex and Gardens, which offers access to the oldest surviving home in Florida, with gardens and exhibits on St. Augustine’s earliest days.
3. St. Augustine Pirate and Treasure Museum presents more than 800 authentic artifacts, making the Golden Age of Piracy feel close at hand.
4. Our guests enjoy complimentary admission to the historic lighthouse in St. Augustine. The St. Augustine Lighthouse and Maritime Museum takes you inside the history of seafaring and navigation, plus you can climb to the top for sweeping views.
5. Our guests also enjoy complimentary admission to the Lincolnville Museum and Cultural Center, which highlights African American heritage and the Civil Rights Movement, offering a vital perspective on the city’s past.

Don’t leave historic St. Augustine without stopping by the Bridge of Lions. This landmark drawbridge, guarded by its famous marble lions, connects downtown St. Augustine with Anastasia Island and offers some of the city’s best photo opportunities. Of course, if you’d rather let someone else do the planning and the guiding, there are a few great St. Augustine walking tours to choose from.

Guided St. Augustine Walking Tours

1. Spyglass Travel and Tours offers historically rich St. Augustine walking tours that delve into the city’s authentic past, featuring historical, ghost, and self-guided tours.
2. Known for its creative tours, St. Augustine Experiences offers tours such as “Sweets and History,” which blend chocolate tastings with storytelling.
3. Revelry Tours combines a true crime theme with historic pub stops, perfect for those on a quest for justice and drinks!
4.  Want the flexibility of walking, boating, or riding in a golf cart? St. Augustine Land and Sea Tours offers it all, so no matter what you’re mode of transportation, you’ll be in for a fun time exploring historic St. Augustine.
5. Ghost City Tours takes you through the city’s most haunted streets and historic cemeteries on family or adult-only ghost tours.
6. If you want to take a break from walking, consider taking a trolley tour in St. Augustine that offers a hop-on, hop-off option. This allows you to explore many sites on foot and provides flexibility to choose where you want to spend your time.

Each St. Augustine walking tour showcases a different side of the city, making it one of the most rewarding things to do while visiting this historic and charming city.