St. Augustine is the USA’s oldest city, and has a reputation for being quite haunted. Being born and raised in this town, I can attest to quite a few paranormal experiences both on these ghost tours, and while just wandering town. Around every corner you can find haunts and history, so taking a St. Augustine ghost tour is a must. Venture into the Old City for historic tours, trolley tours, ghostly experiences, paranormal investigations, and more. Check out these best ghost tours in St. Augustine!
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Dark of the Moon – Haunted Lighthouse Tour
Known as one of the most haunted sites in the US, the St. Augustine Lighthouse offers a unique tour which allows you to wander the grounds of the most haunted lighthouse in the states. This tour begins guided, wandering and learning about the many souls who inhabit the grounds, including three young sisters and their friend, who were playing on a rail cart before crashing into the water and drowning. Some say you can hear their giggles as you walk around, or see some strange things occurring. This tour allows you to climb the lighthouse at night, with the only a glow stick to guide your way. You can explore inside the keeper’s house, and even wander the surrounding trails. You can book directly here!
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Ghosts & Gravestones Haunted Trolley Tour
If you want to visit many of St. Augustine’s haunted sites, then the Ghost & Gravestones tour may be for you! Hop aboard and hear true stories from your “ghost host” about the haunts all around town. You’ll stop at some notable haunted sites including the Old Jail and Tolomato Cemetery. The Old Jail is definitely a highlight of this tour, bringing you inside the cells of the jail that was known to have horrible conditions, disease, as well as executions. Despite it’s outward appearance, this place is said to be extremely haunted by many of the spirits of criminals that passed away here.
Ripley’s Haunted Castle Investigation
One of the most paranormal tours that I’ve been on, the ghost tour that takes place inside the Ripley’s Castle is a tour not to miss. You’re provided with EMF readers, and are encouraged to take photos with the flash on to possibly capture spirits in a photo. My friend even had a full figure of a spirit in one of her photos, but unfortunately that picture disappeared with her phone.
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This tour leads you walking through the different rooms and halls of the Warden Castle, that was once a hotel. This hotel caught fire, where two women unfortunately succumbed to the flames. There was a man of an unknown name staying in one of the rooms, number 13, who signed in just as “Mr. X”. It is unknown how the fire started. Journey through the halls and see if you can find the ghost of Mr. X on this tour! You can book directly here!
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Ghost Tours of St. Augustine – Guided Walking Tour
If you’re a history buff and want to experience the best walking ghost tour, then you’ve got to check out this tour. Your guide isn’t a performer dressed in costume, but a paranormal investigator that will teach you the tools and tricks of the trade. Hear true stories without embellishment and experience the true haunts of St. Augustine. This tour stops at many locations, and you may have paranormal experiences as you walk between sites as well! Keep your eyes peeled and be sure to bring your camera!
Other haunted sites not included in this list (but may be on your tour) include the Castillo de San Marcos, The Casablanca Inn (home of the Tini Martini Bar), Flagler College, and more!
Haunted Pub Crawl
Indulge in more than one kind of spirit by taking a haunted pub crawl tour! This guided, walking tour stops at some of St. Augustine’s local bars and pubs while talking about the haunted history that may lie within. If you’re nervous about ghosts and need a little liquid courage, this tour is perfect for you. You may visit some of St. Augustine’s most haunted pubs including Scarlett O’Haras, Tini Martini, O.C. Whites, Stogies, or one of St. Augustine’s many other haunted buildings! You’d be surprised how many pubs have a dark history!
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