St. Augustine Twisted History Walking Tour

On this self-guided audio tour, you will dig up the good, bad, and ugly stories buried under St. Augustine's historic streets. St. Augustine is the oldest, continuously occupied city in the United States. On this walking tour, you’ll follow the journey of founding father Pedro Menendez de Aviles, and the many others who gave everything they had to settle this hostile land. From the original city gates to Plaza de la Constitución in historic downtown St Augustine, I’ll show you the scars around every corner. Along the way, you’ll hear good, bad, and ugly tales about what it took to build a perfect fort, and how it was attacked many times but never taken. St. Augustine’s history is long, and its twisted tales are endless. This is a storytelling adventure into the lives and times of those who built this city. Whether you’re visiting St Augustine for the first time or are a curious local, this tour will give you a greater appreciation for the city and its rich cultural heritage.

Meeting Point

A Ghostly Encounter

12 St George St, St. Augustine, FL 32084, USA

After checking in at A Ghostly Encounter, 12 St. George Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084, USA. The tour begins at the City Gates located at the very north end of St. George Street. If, like most visitors, you parked at the Visitors Center parking garage, you have probably seen the City Gates.

What's included:

• Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour.
• Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it.
• Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
• App for Android and iOS
• Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Not included:

• Smartphone and headphones

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes

Old City

St. Augustine, Florida

Old City Gates, 2 St George St, St. Augustine, FL 32084, USA
Begin your journey at the Old City Gates, the historic entrance to St. Augustine, where you'll trace the footsteps of Pedro Menendez de Aviles and the city's founding fathers.

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Oldest Wooden School House

14 Saint George St, , St. Augustine, 32084-3667, Florida

Oldest Wooden School House, 14 Saint George St, St. Augustine, FL 32084-3667
Walk along St. George Street to visit the Oldest Wooden Schoolhouse, an iconic landmark that offers insights into the early education system and daily life in colonial St. Augustine.

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St. Augustine Pirate & Treasure Museum

12 S Castillo Dr, , St. Augustine, 32084-3650, Florida

St. Augustine Pirate & Treasure Museum, 12 S Castillo Dr, St. Augustine, FL 32084-3650
Pass by the St. Augustine Pirate & Treasure Museum, where you'll hear tales of pirates and privateers who once roamed the waters of Matanzas Bay.

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Castillo de San Marcos National Monument

1 S Castillo Dr, St. Augustine, 32084-3252, Florida

Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, 1 S Castillo Dr, St. Augustine, FL 32084-3252
Marvel at the imposing Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, a fortress that bears witness to the city's tumultuous history and strategic importance.

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Huguenot Cemetery

A1A Orange Street, St. Augustine, 32084, Florida

Huguenot Cemetery, Orange Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Stroll past the Huguenot Cemetery, a tranquil burial ground that reflects the diverse cultural heritage of St. Augustine's early settlers.

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Potter's Wax Museum

31 Orange St, , St. Augustine, 32084-3634, Florida

Potter's Wax Museum, 31 Orange St, St. Augustine, FL 32084-3634
Pass by Potter's Wax Museum, where lifelike wax figures bring to life the characters and events that shaped St. Augustine's past.

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Tolomato Cemetery

14 Cordova St, St. Augustine, 32084-3619, Florida

Tolomato Cemetery, 14 Cordova St, St. Augustine, FL 32084-3619
Catch a glimpse of Tolomato Cemetery, a historic cemetery dating back to the colonial era, and hear stories of the souls laid to rest within its sacred grounds.

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Casa de Suenos Bed and Breakfast

20 Cordova St, St. Augustine, FL 32084, USA

Casa de Suenos Bed and Breakfast, 20 Cordova St, St. Augustine, FL 32084, USA
Admire the charming architecture of Casa de Suenos Bed and Breakfast, a historic inn that offers a glimpse into St. Augustine's Victorian era.

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St. Photios Greek Orthodox National Shrine

41 Saint George St, , St. Augustine, 32084-3607, Florida

St. Photios Greek Orthodox National Shrine, 41 Saint George St, St. Augustine, FL 32084-3607
Pass by St. Photios Shrine Greek Orthodox National Shrine, a place of worship and pilgrimage that honors the city's Greek heritage.

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Monson Motor Lodge Pool - Civil Rights Monument

St. Augustine, FL 32084, USA

Monson Motor Lodge Pool - Civil Rights Monument, St. Augustine, FL 32084, USA
Reflect at the site of the Monson Motor Lodge Pool, now a Civil Rights Monument, commemorating the struggle for equality led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

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Pena-Peck House and Woman's Exchange of St Augustine

143 Saint George St, , St. Augustine, 32084-3642, Florida

Pena-Peck House and Woman's Exchange of St Augustine, 143 Saint George St, St. Augustine, FL 32084-3642
Learn about the Peña-Peck House and the Woman's Exchange, institutions that preserve and promote St. Augustine's historic legacy and cultural traditions.

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Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine

38 Cathedral Place, , St. Augustine, 32084-4417, Florida

Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine, 38 Cathedral Pl, St. Augustine, FL 32084-4417
Admire the grandeur of the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine, a symbol of faith and resilience in the face of adversity.

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Father Pedro Camps Memorial Monument

38 Cathedral Pl, St. Augustine, FL 32084, USA

Father Pedro Camps Memorial Monument, 38 Cathedral Pl, St. Augustine, FL 32084, USA
Pay tribute to Father Pedro Camps at his memorial monument, honoring his contributions to the Catholic community and religious heritage of St. Augustine.

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Villa Zorayda Museum

83 King St, , St. Augustine, 32084-4382, Florida

Villa Zorayda Museum, 83 King St, St. Augustine, FL 32084-4382
Pass by the Villa Zorayda Museum, a unique architectural gem inspired by the Moorish heritage of southern Spain.

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Ponce De Leon Hall

74 King St, St. Augustine, FL 32084, USA

Ponce De Leon Hall, 74 King St, St. Augustine, FL 32084, USA
Marvel at Ponce De Leon Hall, a historic building that once housed the luxurious Ponce de Leon Hotel, a testament to Henry Flagler's vision for St. Augustine.

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Casa Monica Resort & Spa, Autograph Collection

95 Cordova St, St. Augustine, FL 32084, USA

Casa Monica Resort & Spa, Autograph Collection, 95 Cordova St, St. Augustine, FL 32084, USA
Admire the elegance of the Casa Monica Resort & Spa, a luxurious hotel that reflects the opulence of St. Augustine's Gilded Age. Note that you will pass by and will not visit the spa as part of this tour.

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St. George Street

St. George St, , St. Augustine, 32084, Florida

St. George Street, St. George St, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Continue your stroll along St. George Street, a vibrant pedestrian thoroughfare teeming with shops, galleries, and cultural attractions.

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Governor's House Cultural Center and Museum

48 King St, St. Augustine, FL 32084, USA

Governor's House Cultural Center and Museum, 48 King St, St. Augustine, FL 32084, USA
Pass by the Governor's House Cultural Center and Museum, a historic landmark that offers insights into the political and social history of St. Augustine.

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Plaza de la Constitucion

1 Cathedral Pl, St George Street between King Street and Cathedral Place, St. Augustine, 32084, Florida

Plaza de la Constitución, 170 St George St, St. Augustine, FL 32084, USA
End the tour at Plaza de la Constitución, the historic heart of St. Augustine, where you'll soak in the atmosphere of this vibrant public square.

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