Walking Guided History Tour of Old St. Augustine
Spyglass Tours
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John_E
43 days ago
It focused on the history of the town the founders and the people who influenced its development since being discovered.
Enjoy a leisurely walk through the ancient streets of the nation's oldest city. A more intimate and in-depth telling of the history of the people and events that led the city through the trials and tribulations of the past. Learn the complete history of our Oldest City, from its founding by the Spanish, through the various colonial periods, into the territorial period and statehood and finally into the revitalization of the Gilded Age Renaissance of the city as an exclusive tourist destination. Groups are kept small by design, tours are interactive, ask all the questions you would like, and hear the a complete history not just a few blurbs of stories as you pass by. Let us introduce you to the real history of the Nation's Oldest Continuously Occupied European Settlement, or as we say, the Oldest City.
Departure Point
- Tour begins at the Fountain in front of the Lightner Museum, guide will be wearing a purple shirt.
Return Details
- Tour begins at the Fountain in front of the Lightner Museum, guide will be wearing a purple shirt.
Duration
1 hour and 30 minutes
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Plaza de la Constitucion
1 Cathedral Pl, St George Street between King Street and Cathedral Place, St. Augustine, Florida
Our guide will introduce you to the heart of historic St. Augustine, 'the plaza' has always been the traditional center of the colonial city
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Bridge of Lions
20 Bridge of Lions, St. Augustine, Florida
While learning the story of the founding of Florida by the Spanish, you will experience St. Augustine's famous Bridge of Lions, an icon of the oldest city
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
1 S Castillo Dr, St. Augustine, Florida
Learn the story of this awesome location, the Castillo de San Marcos, or 'old fort', the oldest stone fortress in North America and the center piece of the city's defenses.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Tolomato Cemetery
14 Cordova St, St. Augustine, Florida
Experience the only portion of the city wall which protected the colony, that still exists. Here the story this location played in the protection and function of the nation's oldest city.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Grace United Methodist Church
8 Carrera St, St. Augustine, Florida
Visit the oldest Catholic Cemetery in Florida and learn of the famous and infamous characters from the city that are buried at the city's first official cemetery.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Memorial Presbyterian Church
36 Sevilla St, St. Augustine, Florida
See the first church constructed by Henry M. Flagler in his development of Gilded Age St. Augustine and the key role it played in his plans for the revitalization of the city.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Historic Tours of Flagler College
74 King St B, St. Augustine, Florida
See what many consider the most beautiful building in the city. Henry Flagler's Memorial Presbyterian Church is a lasting tribute to his family and it's influence on the area.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: City Gate Spirits
11 Saint George Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Learn about the former Ponce de Leon Hotel and how it drew the richest and most powerful of the Gilded Age to the sleepy little town of St. Augustine, an act that would change the city, state, and history forever.
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Historical Narrative: The Story and Reasons behind the Oldest City
Exclusions
- Admissions Fees: No admissions to any visited locations are required
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Spyglass Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
Enjoy a leisurely walk through the ancient streets of the nation's oldest city. A more intimate and in-depth telling of the history of the people and events that led the city through the trials and tribulations of the past. Learn the complete history of our Oldest City, from its founding by the Spanish, through the various colonial periods, into the territorial period and statehood and finally into the revitalization of the Gilded Age Renaissance of the city as an exclusive tourist destination. Groups are kept small by design, tours are interactive, ask all the questions you would like, and hear the a complete history not just a few blurbs of stories as you pass by. Let us introduce you to the real history of the Nation's Oldest Continuously Occupied European Settlement, or as we say, the Oldest City.
Departure Point
- Tour begins at the Fountain in front of the Lightner Museum, guide will be wearing a purple shirt.
Return Details
- Tour begins at the Fountain in front of the Lightner Museum, guide will be wearing a purple shirt.
Duration
1 hour and 30 minutes
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Plaza de la Constitucion
1 Cathedral Pl, St George Street between King Street and Cathedral Place, St. Augustine, Florida
Our guide will introduce you to the heart of historic St. Augustine, 'the plaza' has always been the traditional center of the colonial city
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Bridge of Lions
20 Bridge of Lions, St. Augustine, Florida
While learning the story of the founding of Florida by the Spanish, you will experience St. Augustine's famous Bridge of Lions, an icon of the oldest city
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
1 S Castillo Dr, St. Augustine, Florida
Learn the story of this awesome location, the Castillo de San Marcos, or 'old fort', the oldest stone fortress in North America and the center piece of the city's defenses.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Tolomato Cemetery
14 Cordova St, St. Augustine, Florida
Experience the only portion of the city wall which protected the colony, that still exists. Here the story this location played in the protection and function of the nation's oldest city.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Grace United Methodist Church
8 Carrera St, St. Augustine, Florida
Visit the oldest Catholic Cemetery in Florida and learn of the famous and infamous characters from the city that are buried at the city's first official cemetery.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Memorial Presbyterian Church
36 Sevilla St, St. Augustine, Florida
See the first church constructed by Henry M. Flagler in his development of Gilded Age St. Augustine and the key role it played in his plans for the revitalization of the city.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Historic Tours of Flagler College
74 King St B, St. Augustine, Florida
See what many consider the most beautiful building in the city. Henry Flagler's Memorial Presbyterian Church is a lasting tribute to his family and it's influence on the area.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: City Gate Spirits
11 Saint George Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Learn about the former Ponce de Leon Hotel and how it drew the richest and most powerful of the Gilded Age to the sleepy little town of St. Augustine, an act that would change the city, state, and history forever.
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Historical Narrative: The Story and Reasons behind the Oldest City
Exclusions
- Admissions Fees: No admissions to any visited locations are required
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Spyglass Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
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