St. Augustine has been collecting stories since 1565, and not all of them stay in the history books. Often called the nation's oldest city, it may hold more ghost lore per block than anywhere else in Florida. This guide compares fourteen St. Augustine ghost tours, from guided night walks and trolleys to pub crawls and hands-on paranormal investigations, each with a direct booking link.
What Makes St. Augustine a Ghostly Destination?
St. Augustine's history, dating back to 1565, is intertwined with tales of pirates, plagues, and paranormal activity. The city's old streets, historic buildings, and cemeteries provide a natural backdrop for ghost tours, and a good guide makes the past feel close enough to touch.
1. St. Augustine's Lost Souls: A Smartphone Audio Ghost Tour
What to Expect?
This self-guided tour is perfect for those who prefer exploring at their own pace. Narrated by "ghost guide" Jefferson, this audio tour takes you through the Ancient City's haunted sites, including the Huguenot Cemetery and Flagler College. The live GPS map ensures you don't miss any spooky locations.
Why Choose This Tour?
- Flexibility to explore on your own schedule
- Great for groups and families
- Covers 2.5 miles of St. Augustine's haunted history
2. Why You Should Experience the Guardian Angels of St. Augustine Walking Tour
Overview
This tour delves into the folklore, divine interventions, and history of St. Augustine, highlighting the Guardian Angels' role in the city's past. From battles and epidemics to pirate raids and yellow fever, this tour offers a blend of history, mystery, and paranormal activity.
Key Highlights
- Learn about the city's guardian angels and their stories
- Explore St. Augustine's storied past
- Perfect for history buffs and paranormal enthusiasts
3. Exploring St. Augustine Ghosts of Old City Dark History Haunted Walking Tour
What to Expect?
Explore the macabre side of St. Augustine on this small-group walking tour. As you stroll through the city center after dark, you'll hear tales of pirates, vengeful spirits, and unexplained events. This tour provides a new perspective on one of America's oldest cities.
Why Choose This Tour?
- Small group size for a personalized experience
- Discover the highlights and history of St. Augustine
- Hear spooky stories from an expert guide
4. Discover the Cemeteries with the Walking Tour in North City Cemeteries of St. Augustine
Overview
This tour takes you to some of St. Augustine's oldest cemeteries, including Tolomato Cemetery and Huguenot Cemetery. You'll also visit historic sites like the Oldest Wooden School House and Castillo de San Marcos National Monument.
Key Highlights
- Combine visits to multiple historic sites
- Learn about St. Augustine's colonial history
- Engaging stories from your guide
5. Sip and Scare: St. Augustine Haunted Pub Crawl
What to Expect?
Ghost City Tours offers the best Haunted Pub Crawls in St. Augustine. Enjoy a memorable evening with friends or family as you explore the city's haunted pubs and hear eerie tales. This tour is sure to entertain and delight.
Why Choose This Tour?
- Perfect blend of fun and spooky
- Visit haunted pubs and learn their histories
- Ideal for a unique night out in St. Augustine
6. Investigate the Paranormal: Evening Investigation: Small Group St. Augustine
Overview
Curious about why St. Augustine is considered one of America's most haunted cities? This small group paranormal investigation tour allows you to use equipment like Ovilus and spirit boxes to sense local spirits.
Key Highlights
- Explore haunted sites at night
- Use professional paranormal investigation tools
- Small group size for an intimate experience
7. The Original Ghost Tour of St. Augustine: A Haunted History
What to Expect?
Led by a straight-shooting paranormal investigator, this tour takes you to spooky sites like Huguenot Cemetery and St. George Street. Learn about the city's haunted history without any fluff, just the facts.
Why Choose This Tour?
- Authentic ghost stories and personal experiences
- Perfect for history buffs and paranormal enthusiasts
- Explore St. Augustine with a knowledgeable guide
8. Delve into Secrets with Secrets of St. Augustine Ghost Tours
Overview
Follow a master storyteller through St. Augustine's haunted sites, including Huguenot Cemetery and the old city gates. Hear tales of trauma and tragedy from the city's 450-year history.
Key Highlights
- Small-group tour for an atmospheric experience
- Learn about St. Augustine's haunted history
- Engaging storytelling from an expert guide
9. Ride the Trolley of the Doomed: Haunted Trolley Tour of St. Augustine
What to Expect?
Board the Ghosts and Gravestones' Trolley of the Doomed for a spooky ride through St. Augustine's sinister past. Listen to stories of ghosts and ghouls while passing haunted hotspots.
Why Choose This Tour?
- Unique and fun "frightseeing" experience
- Perfect for taking pictures
- Learn about the city's haunted history from expert guides
10. DIY Spooky Adventure: Self-Guided Haunted Ghost Walking Audio Tour in St. Augustine
Overview
Explore St. Augustine's haunted history at your own pace with this self-guided audio tour. Visit haunted hotels, cemeteries, and historic sites with the help of your smartphone.
Key Highlights
- Flexible schedule to explore on your own
- Professionally narrated tour
- Visit numerous haunted locations
11. Family Fun: St. Augustine Ghost Tour: A Ghostly Encounter
What to Expect?
Ideal for families, this ghost tour combines light-hearted fun with ghostly tales. Visit cemeteries and haunted locations with a costumed guide who shares little-known legends.
Why Choose This Tour?
- Family-friendly and fun
- Engaging stories and humor
- Explore haunted sites with an expert guide
12. Unique Vintage Experience: Step Back in Time in St. Augustine
Overview
Join Pastime Tours for a change of pace, with vintage-style vehicles and guides dressed in 1920s fashion. Enjoy music from the era as you explore St. Augustine's history.
Key Highlights
- Unique and fun way to explore the city
- Vintage-style vehicles and guides
- Enjoy music and stories from the past
13. Paranormal Tools in Action: Paranormal Encounter in St. Augustine
What to Expect?
Explore St. Augustine's haunted history with professional ghost hunting tools. Visit an 18th-century wooden schoolhouse, the St. Augustine Old Cemetery, and more with a small group.
Why Choose This Tour?
- Use professional ghost hunting equipment
- Small group size for a personalized experience
- Explore haunted sites with an expert guide
14. Beyond the Grave: Afterlife Tours in St. Augustine
Overview
Join the "Beyond the Grave" tour for an in-depth exploration of St. Augustine's haunted sites. Led by the Savannah Ghost Research Society, this tour visits cemeteries and buildings known for ghost sightings.
Key Highlights
- Authentic and well-researched ghost stories
- Explore haunted sites with a knowledgeable guide
- Ideal for enthusiasts of the eerie and supernatural
Picking the right St. Augustine ghost tour
Fourteen tours is a lot of choices, and the right one comes down to pace. Guided night walks bring the storytelling, the trolley covers the most ground, the pub crawl adds a drink between hauntings, and the investigations put the equipment in your hands. Planning the rest of the trip? Our St. Augustine guide covers tours, hotels, and things to do.
For the record, we do not run tours in St. Augustine. Freaky Foot Tours leads ghost and history walks in Flagstaff, Tucson, and Prescott, Arizona; find every city we cover on our locations page.
Questions people ask
What is the best self-guided ghost tour in St. Augustine?
St. Augustine's Lost Souls smartphone audio tour covers 2.5 miles of the Ancient City, including the Huguenot Cemetery and Flagler College, narrated by "ghost guide" Jefferson with a live GPS map. The WalknTours-style flexibility means you set the pace and the start time.
Which St. Augustine ghost tour is best for families?
St. Augustine Ghost Tour: A Ghostly Encounter is built for it, pairing a costumed guide with cemeteries, haunted stops, and legends kept on the lighter side.
Can you do a real paranormal investigation in St. Augustine?
Yes. The Evening Investigation small-group tour hands you equipment like an Ovilus and spirit boxes, and the Paranormal Encounter tour does the same with professional ghost-hunting gear.
Why is St. Augustine considered so haunted?
Age, mostly. Founded in 1565 and often called the nation's oldest city, it has had more centuries than anywhere else in Florida to accumulate pirates, plagues, and the residents said to have stayed on.
