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Take a Scenic Boat Ride in St. Augustine
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 15min
- Price from
- $26 / person
- Location
- St Augustine, United States
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 · 1,567 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 100
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- St Augustine Scenic Cruise
- Meeting point
- Must redeem at the Scenic Cruise ticket office for boarding passes at least 30 minutes prior to departure. Tickets will not be accepted at for boarding. Ticket office is located at the St Augustine Municipal Marina, 111 Avenida Menendez.
Description
A unique view of St Augustine available only from the water. Since the 1900’s St. Augustine Scenic Cruise has been giving visitors to St. Augustine a unique view of the city and a way to enjoy St. Augustine’s historic land marks and natural beauty. Our 75 minute cruises, narrated by the captain, provide an incomparable way to enjoy St Augustine's historic landmarks and natural sites of interests.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 2:45 PM, 4:30 PM, and 6:45 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 17
- Adult (ages 13–59)
- $26
- Senior (ages 60+)
- $22
- Child (ages 4–12)
- $12
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
In demand: 66 of the next 150 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Bridge of Lions
A brief narration on the history of the Bridge while passing under
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
A brief narration while passing by slowing enough for passengers to take pictures
St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum
Great photo ops
National Shrine Of Our Lady Of La Leche At Mission Nombre De Dios
Menendez landing site, brief narration, great photo ops
What's included
Included
Cash Bar that serves beer, wine, bottled water, soft drinks and small snacks
Narrated Tour of St. Augustine’s historic land marks and natural beauty
Restroom on board
Not included
There is no parking at the marina. You will need to find parking an walk over to the marina
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.5
1,567 reviews
How it compares in St Augustine
- No. 5 by number of reviews among 204 tours in St Augustine
- Starting price $26 is 34% below the typical $39 for tours of similar length in St Augustine
Excurgo comparison of 204 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pet Friendly
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 Take a Scenic Boat Ride in St. Augustine take?
Take a Scenic Boat Ride in St. Augustine lasts about 1h 15min. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Take a Scenic Boat Ride in St. Augustine cost?
Prices start at $26 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 Take a Scenic Boat Ride in St. Augustine run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 2:45 PM, 4:30 PM, and 6:45 PM.
How much does Take a Scenic Boat Ride in St. Augustine cost for children?
Children aged 4–12 pay from $12, adults from $26. Infants go free.
Does Take a Scenic Boat Ride in St. Augustine sell out?
It can: 66 of the next 150 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Take a Scenic Boat Ride in St. Augustine for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Must redeem at the Scenic Cruise ticket office for boarding passes at least 30 minutes prior to departure. Tickets will not be accepted at for boarding. Ticket office is located at the St Augustine Municipal Marina, 111 Avenida Menendez. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Take a Scenic Boat Ride in St. Augustine offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 100 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Reviews(1,567)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
2
Two failures on excursions with Booking.com.
Was not available. Golf cart tour canceled “because of weather “ - it was 88 and sunny! Bad luck going on Booking.com!
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Experience
Good experience and good guide
T
Wonderful experience...
Wonderful experience learning about the history of St. Augustine and seeing the beautiful landscape and old structures.
S
Captain Steve and...
Captain Steve and co-captain Camper were great! The experience was great and everyone was nice. I’d recommend this tour.
O
It is comfortable, but...
It is comfortable, but could have used a little more history, folklore, info about the flora and fauna.
C
Great value
Worth the money...a must do! We saw dolphins on our boat ride The captain did not rush our experience.
L
So fun, very beautiful...
So fun, very beautiful ride! The workers are super knowledgeable and it was so fun learning about the history of the city
J
Boat tour
The tour was great. The guide was very informative. Very relaxing. Absolutely loved the dog. Wish we could have seen more wildlife. Highly recommend.
L
Nice way to see the area from the water
It was a nice trip. The crew was very informative and accomodating. Safety came first. The price was right.
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