St. Augustine Day Trip from Orlando + Scenic Cruise

Enjoy an enchanting trip to St. Augustine! Visit America’s oldest city to embark on a 75-minute scenic cruise through Matanzas Bay onboard the Victory III. Along the way, you’ll see incredible views of St. Augustine’s historic landmarks from the water and hear fascinating tales about the old Spanish-style city from an expert local guide. After the cruise, you’ll have plenty of free time to explore the city at your leisure. 

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 historic city of St. Augustine at your leisure.

Upon arrival, your first stop is Victory III for a leisurely 75-minute sightseeing cruise down Matanzas Bay. Along the way, an expert local tour guide will highlight fascinating tales about St. Augustine’s past as you admire picturesque views of St. Augustine’s historic landmarks from the water.

Back on shore, you’ll have 3 to 4 hours of free time to explore 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!

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