Spend a full day in the historic town of St. Augustine–America’s oldest city! Watch history come to life at the Colonial Quarter as you travel back in time on this 90-minute tour. Learn about St. Augustine’s fascinating past and get a rare opportunity to see a live musket firing, cannon drill & more. Explore over 2 acres & 3 centuries of history at the Colonial Quarter! You’ll have plenty of free time after the tour to see more of St. Augustine’s iconic landmarks on your own.
From Orlando, embark on a comfortable coach bus for a 2-hour drive north towards St. Augustine. You’ll arrive mid-morning, giving you a full day to explore the Colonial Quarter and the historic city of St Augustine. After the tour, you’ll have 3 to 4 hours of free time to explore the old Spanish-style city on your own.
Upon arrival, your first stop is the historic Colonial Quarter. During the 90-minute tour, an expert local guide will lead you through exciting interactive activities and share fascinating tales of St. Augustine’s past. You’ll get a rare opportunity to experience a live musket firing, cannon drill, blacksmith demonstrations, and much more!
There are more than 2 acres of history to explore at the Colonial Quarter. You’ll have plenty of free time to explore at your leisure, climb the watchtower, wander through historic buildings, dine at an 18th-century-styled eatery, or just relax under the iconic Colonial Oak Tree.
After the tour, enjoy free time to see St. Augustine’s iconic landmarks on your own. Stroll down the original cobblestone streets of Downtown St. Augustine, admire Spanish Colonial architecture, look around the country’s oldest schoolhouse and century-old fort, indulge in delicious seafood at a waterside restaurant, and see historic landmarks.
Known as the Ancient City, St. Augustine was founded in 1565 and is the oldest European-settled town in the continental US. With a year-round mild climate, St. Augustine is the perfect place to explore America’s famous landmarks like Castillo de San Marcos, Fort Matanzas, Flagler College, and the Lightner Museum.
St. Augustine is a lovely destination for anyone who wants to go beyond the amusement parks of Orlando and a must for history lovers!
7:30 am to 5:30 pm
Approx. 10-hours
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