Fort Matanzas National Monument 3-Hour Tour
Overview
Step aboard our spacious vessel—the region’s original party boat and the only tour to offer this exclusive route! Forget cramped, basic boats; you deserve the absolute best. You will cruise the stunning Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) and coastal waters aboard the biggest, cleanest, and driest yacht in Northeast Florida. Simply put: we are a yacht, they are not!
– Family-friendly pricing with children under 3 sailing for free.
– Learn about St. Augustine’s history from knowledgeable guides on board.
– Free parking without the traffic headaches of City Dock.
Itinerary
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Step aboard at our dock on the San Sebastian River for a scenic cruise south along Floridau2019s beautiful coastal waterways. Enjoy peaceful salt marshes and the natural beauty surrounding Faver-Dykes State Park before stopping at Fort Matanzas National Monument. Completed by the Spanish in 1742, this coquina watchtower guarded Matanzas Inlet and protected St. Augustineu2019s southern approach from enemy ships. Itu2019s a memorable journey combining time on the water, coastal scenery, and a glimpse into nearly three centuries of local history. Captain Rich's Sea Love 2 is the ONLY tour offering this unique experience.
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On our return trip to the downtown area we will pass under the iconic Bridge of Lions with breathtaking views of the Castillo de San Marcos and the historic Flagler College skyline. Did you know that the college used to be a hotel owned by Henry Flagler?
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Take in a striking view of Castillo de San Marcos as we cruise across Matanzas Bay. From the water, its broad stone walls and distinctive corner bastions reveal the fortressu2019s commanding position along St. Augustineu2019s historic waterfront. Built by the Spanish between 1672 and 1695 to defend the city and its harbor, it is the oldest masonry fort in the continental United States. Constructed from coquinau2014a local stone made of shellsu2014the fort withstood sieges and was never captured in battle. Enjoy a memorable waterfront perspective on this enduring piece of St. Augustineu2019s history, with wonderful opportunities for photos along the way.
What's included
- Live sporting events on TV
What's not included
- Limited snacks for purchase, but feel free to bring snacks and non-alcoholic drinks
- Beer and wine are available for purchase onboard
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adultu2019s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- ✕ 0% refund0 hours or more before the start time