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Potters Wax Artistry
Really enjoyed the walk-through key "moments" and "people" in American and British Crown history. I admired the artistry in the wax and costume making.
Potter's Wax Museum Admission in St. Augustine
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1–3 hours
- Price from
- $19 / person
- Location
- St Augustine, United States
- Rating
- 4.3 / 5 · 87 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- 1–9 pax
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Historic Tours Of America
Description
Discover America's first wax museum located in the heart of historic St. Augustine, Florida. Potter's Wax Museum offers guests the ability to interact with over 160 wax figures, ranging from Hollywood A-listers to individuals who have shaped national history.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 13+)
- $19
- Child (ages 6–12)
- $10
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Potter's Wax Museum
The inspiration behind Potter's Wax Museum came from a childhood trip to London taken by founder, George L. Potter. As a child, he was mesmerized by the life like figures and wanted to share his enjoyment with the American public. In 1947, Potter began contracting with GEMS of London, a noted wax studio, to create one of a kind figures for his museum. Potter employed artists from all over Europe to aide in this project with the wax imported from France, hair from Italy, and the sculpting taking place in Belgium. Opening it's doors in 1949, Potter's Wax Museum has served as an interactive, educational and fun attraction for visitors to the ancient city. At Potter's, you can interact with historic figures such as, Ponce de Leon, Albert Einstein, and Princess Diana, take a picture with Michael Jordon or Angelina Jolie; or imagine you are on set with Harry Potter and "He Who Must Not Be Named." Enjoy this unique St Augustine attraction.
Historic Tours of America - St. Augustine, FL
Experience offered by Historic Tours of America
What's included
Included
Admission to museum
Not included
Transportation to/from attraction
Food and drinks
Museum is closed on Christmas Day.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.3
87 reviews
How it compares in St Augustine
- Starting price $19 is 53% below the typical $39 for tours of similar length in St Augustine
Excurgo comparison of 204 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child's ticket is age 6-12; children age 5 and under are free.
- Picture and video taking are allowed in the museum.
- Potter's Wax Museum is wheelchair accessible.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Potter's Wax Museum Admission in St. Augustine take?
Potter's Wax Museum Admission in St. Augustine lasts about 1–3 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Potter's Wax Museum Admission in St. Augustine cost?
Prices start at $19 per person for this St Augustine experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Potter's Wax Museum Admission in St. Augustine run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
How much does Potter's Wax Museum Admission in St. Augustine cost for children?
Children aged 6–12 pay from $10, adults from $19.
Can I cancel Potter's Wax Museum Admission in St. Augustine for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
What languages is Potter's Wax Museum Admission in St. Augustine offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Child's ticket is age 6-12; children age 5 and under are free.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible Potter's Wax Museum is wheelchair accessible.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Potter's Wax Museum Admission in St. Augustine worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 87 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Historic Tours Of America.
Reviews(87)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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waste of time
It was so much better when it was the Oldest Drugstore. Now, it just a waste of time and money.
Operator response
We were sorry to read you are dissatisfied with the museum. We stand behind our efforts with a Satisfaction Guarantee. You can read about it by selecting, "100% Satisfaction Guarantee" on our website, trolleytours.com. Or go directly to trolleytours.com/guarantee. We hope you will try us again in one of our other services in the future.
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My experience
It is wonderful, you must be disciplined, do not eat or drink anything inside the museum. It is impressive, they look real.
L
Its nice, at one point it...
Its nice, at one point it was bigger, looks like they closed off some parts and a lot of the waxed figurines, are bunched up in the same room.
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Neat experience
This was my first visit to a wax museum and it was good. Most of the wax figures look real and are a great replica of what the person looks like. It was a little creepy walking around a room full of people who are not real! It had lots of wax people to view and history to read about the figure.
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best experience
Best staff great vibe was our first time going. such a great experience we will definitely come back. It made our honeymoon trip.
Operator response
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review! We truly appreciate your feedback and are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your time with us. Your kind words inspire us to continue providing the best experience possible.
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Nice wax art
I enjoyed looking at the art work and taking pictures. Small but simple activity to do. I would recommend.
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Worth Attending
We enjoyed our visit. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. Some of the figures were amazing likeness of the people, others not so much. They do an excellent job of capturing American and world history. Definitely worth checking out.
R
Save your money and go to Mayday for some amazing ice cream flavors.
What a waste of money. Most of the wax figures were not even remotely recognizable. It was very disappointing, to say the least.
Operator response
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your visit didn’t meet expectations. Our team continually works to maintain and improve our exhibits, and we regret that you were disappointed with the quality of some of the wax figures. Your comments have been shared with our management team for review as we evaluate future updates to the museum. We do offer a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee, so please contact our Guest Relations team at guestrelations@historictours.com so we can make this right for you.
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Potter's - A Very Nice Museum
We were visiting St. Augustine for the first-time. This was a great experience and would recommend. The museum is nicely done. Parking is about $25.00 for the day in their lot or parking is available on the street for $2.50 an hour. Allow about one to one and a half hours for viewing.
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