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St. Augustine is undoubtedly one of the most charming and picturesque towns in the United States, with gorgeous shorelines filled with fine, white sand and coquina rock, streets lined with towering ancient oak trees and brick-lined streets teeming with history. Whether you’re looking for the perfect place to capture a family photo, or just want…

Escape the downtown crowds this holiday season, and see the lights from the sea Bridge of Lions FL – View to the illuminated Lions bridge and historic St. Augustine during the Nights of Lights display.   Fall is upon us, which means the most wonderful time of the year is just around the corner. In…

The Moonlit Mysteries: Haunted History Boat Tour shares spooky tales from the sea   Let us take you out on the water, on our Moonlit Mysteries: Haunted History Boat Tour, just as the sun dips below the horizon and darkness cloaks the town, to hear the most intriguing ghost tales of the ancient city. It’s…

Arrr you ready for some high seas adventures? Come on down to Florida Water Tours to celebrate a most quirky and special holiday, Talk Like a Pirate Day! This swashbuckling-filled celebration began in 1995 when two friends in Oregon decided to add some playful humor to their racketball game — screaming “Arrr!” when they hit…

  Explore the spectacular historic landmarks in America’s Oldest City   St. Augustine, commonly referred to as the “Oldest City,” or “Ancient City,” was founded in 1565, making it the oldest continuously occupied European settlement in the United States. The town oozes a unique blend of European and Southern charm, with giant, moss-covered oak trees…

With the weather starting to cool, humidity dropping and quiet, less crowded beaches and brick-paved streets, Fall in St. Augustine is quite possibly the best time of year. At Florida Water Tours, we love getting out on the water to enjoy an earlier sunset and we love getting out on the town for all the…

The annual music festival returns to St. Augustine to celebrate live entertainment every weekend in September St. Augustine is a rad place to live and visit, with beautiful waterways to explore — teeming with majestic nature and wildlife — pristine sandy beaches, and a historic downtown reminiscent of the old world. It also has an…

Wake up by the water in the Oldest City St. Augustine is a beloved city in Northeast Florida, with brick-paved streets in historic downtown and quaint and quiet beaches on Vilano; a charming Anastasia Boulevard hosts local shops and restaurants and stunning white sandy beaches line Anastasia Island. St. Augustine is a gem, and here…

Delicious places to eat before or after your tour   St. Augustine isn’t just known for its historic downtown and beautiful beaches – it also has a killer food and cocktail scene, with a diverse culinary landscape featuring fresh and local seafood, Spanish and Latin-inspired dishes, Southern comforts and white-linen dining. Before you hop on…

Celebrate the seven seas with Florida Water Tours   The ocean is all around us in Florida, particularly St. Augustine, with the Atlantic to the east and the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) leading to the Tolomato/Matanzas River and San Sebastian River. It’s a place to go to relax, to ride waves, to fish, to sail and…

Experience stargazing and haunting tales on the water   The night sky didn’t remain dark for long, nor were there signs of a ghostly apparition, making my night under the stars magical. I recently had my first experience with Florida Water Tours in St. Augustine, Florida, and it certainly won’t be my last. Upon my arrival,…

See the unforgettable display from the best and most comfortable seat in town…on the water   The fourth of July is the highlight of summer. It’s a day full of grilling burgers and hotdogs and playing games in the sand and sun. And just when the sun begins to fade, late in the evening, there’s…