St Augustine Nights of Lights Tour with Narrarated Sunset Option
Description
Celebrate the magic of Nights of Lights aboard our comfortable power catamaran with two festive options: Nights of Lights Sunset Tour (Narrated) Enjoy a beautiful sunset cruise followed by St. Augustine’s dazzling holiday lights. This tour includes engaging narration covering the city’s history and landmarks like the Castillo de San Marcos and the St. Augustine Lighthouse. Watch the skyline glow as thousands of white lights illuminate the bayfront. Nights of Lights Viewing Cruise (Non-Narrated) A lights-only experience with no narration and no sunset portion. Relax and take in uninterrupted views of the sparkling waterfront and historic landmarks from the water.
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Itinerary
Castillo de San Marcos rises proudly along the St. Augustine shoreline. Its thick, gray coquina walls form a distinctive star shape, with angled bastions jutting out toward the bay. Watchtowers and old cannons line the ramparts. The fort’s rough stone contrasts with the shimmering waters of Matanzas Bay, where its reflection dances on calm days. Behind it, the charming skyline of St. Augustine peeks through, with red roofs and distant spires. The scene is a striking blend of history, architecture, and coastal beauty.
The St. Augustine Lighthouse stands tall and striking against the sky. Its black-and-white spiral stripes twist up the tower, topped by a red lantern that gleams in the sunlight. Surrounded by trees, the lighthouse rises above the green canopy of Anastasia Island. Nearby, red-roofed keeper’s houses hint at the site’s long maritime history. The bold contrast of the lighthouse’s colors makes it visible from far off, a classic coastal beacon that has guided sailors for generations. Its silhouette is iconic, both elegant and commanding from a distance.
The Bridge of Lions stands as a graceful link between St. Augustine’s historic district and Anastasia Island. Its Beaux-Arts design features two impressive lion statues perched at either end, symbolizing the city’s connection to both Spain and its maritime history. The ornate bridge arches above the water, with its greenish-blue ironwork and elegant curves standing out against the skyline. As boats pass beneath the bridge, the intricate details of its structure are visible—like the decorative railings and its towering pillars. The view is especially stunning at sunset when the light reflects off the Matanzas Bay, casting the bridge in a warm glow.
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Check in is 30 minutes prior to departure
- Please check in at the Fury vessel located behind Beaches Restaurant at 250 Vilano Rd
Reviews(21)
This was such a great way to get into the Christmas season! The lights were great, the Christmas music added to the experience, and our guide was friendly and accommodating.
Boat ride was lots of fun and did not have to deal with car traffic to see the lights. The lights reflected off the water and made the pictures even better.
Thank you for the review, Nikki! We couldn't agree more, not only is avoiding the hustle and bustle of downtown a plus, the view from the water is unmatched! We look forward to having you back!
Boat is open, seats are uncomfortable with no cushion Getting to it can be confusing. The day we went was very cold around 35 degrees. They have blankets for sale at $30 so bring one
Hello, Carmen. We regret that you had anything less than an excellent time with us out on the water as it is our goal to show everyone a fun time. Northern Florida does get some cold temperatures. We currently have blankets for sale at $12 a piece. We hope you enjoyed the beautiful display of Christmas lights! We hope to have you back in warmer weather!
Peaceful boat ride to see the lighthouse, cross, fort, and lights. Alcohol included is a plus. Staff were very friendly and accommodating.
We took the champagne sunset night of lights cruise and it was absolutely amazing . I would absolutely recommend it . Such a great price too! The captain and first mate were the best . Would reccomend to anyone wanting a perfect night!
When another boat company overbooked their tour, Captain James and Olivia of Fury absolutely saved the day. Not only did they accept a very last minute reservation, but they also created a fun and festive experience my kids will never forget. Our party of seven loved every minute of their Nights of Lights tour. Thank you guys so much for an unforgettable evening.
It's a great experience. Dress warm during the winter months. We celebrated a birthday. Olivia was a great host
Thank you for the review, Sandra! We are pleased to have been a part of the birthday celebration! Olivia will appreciate the shout-out. Thank you for the reminder to dress appropriately for the weather. Please come out with us again soon!
Best way to see the Nights of Lights without fighting the crowd. Beautiful sunset too. Highly recommend
Beautiful scenery. Friendly and accommodating service. Great time. Thank you for an enjoyable evening.
WASTED OUR WHOLE NIGHT FOR NOTHING. We arrived early and followed the directions down the bluebird dock, we found a pitch dark dock with no lights, no boats, no signage to tell us we were in the right place. We talked with someone who said the "Fury" was the next dock over, so we walk over there and find a Fury boat tours sign, and talk with another boat captain there who says we are in the right place - Yay, good thing we arrived early, right?! So we wait until our time and stand in line. FOR 45 MINUTES. Then they tell us we are in line for the wrong boat, that there is a SECOND FURY BOAT over at the FIRST spot we went, where there was NO sign?? (WHY did they not at least try to call us??) We run back over and our boat has apparently already left. We talked with the captain on the boat that arrived after ours left, who said this happens ALL THE TIME. It was our last night in town so we couldn't reschedule, I immediately called Viator to explain and nicely asked for a refund, which they DENIED. Now I have to go dispute this with my CC company to get our money back for this cruise that we DID NOT GO ON, despite the fact that we were AN HOUR EARLY, due to their total lack of signange in the right place and ZERO communication with us on the night of our booking. HOW HARD IS IT TO CALL US. AT LEAST PUT OUT A SIGN.
Hello, Shannon. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re truly sorry to hear how frustrating your evening turned out to be, especially on your final night in town. We understand how disappointing it is when plans don’t go as expected. Our team provides the meeting location and boarding details in the confirmation materials, including the designated dock for departure, and we rely on those instructions to ensure guests can locate the correct vessel. While we cannot control the information provided by third-party individuals on the docks, we understand how conflicting guidance from others can create confusion, particularly in a busy marina. We also do our best to adhere to scheduled departure times so that all guests can enjoy their cruise as planned. We regret that we were unable to connect with you before the vessel left and that the situation prevented you from joining the tour. We appreciate your feedback about signage and communication, and we will share these comments with our operations team as we continually work to improve the guest experience. Thank you again for reaching out.
