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St Augustine Nights of Lights Tour on Premium Electric Cart

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Trip Highlights

Skip crowded trolley lines with a more intimate small-group experience

Skip crowded trolley lines with a more intimate small-group experience

No cramped middle seats—enjoy comfortable seating and open-air views from every row

No cramped middle seats—enjoy comfortable seating and open-air views from every row

See more than 3 million white lights throughout St. Augustine’s Historic District

See more than 3 million white lights throughout St. Augustine’s Historic District

Enjoy festive holiday music and open-air views aboard a premium electric cart

Enjoy festive holiday music and open-air views aboard a premium electric cart

Skip crowded trolley lines with a more intimate small-group experience

Skip crowded trolley lines with a more intimate small-group experience

No cramped middle seats—enjoy comfortable seating and open-air views from every row

No cramped middle seats—enjoy comfortable seating and open-air views from every row

See more than 3 million white lights throughout St. Augustine’s Historic District

See more than 3 million white lights throughout St. Augustine’s Historic District

Enjoy festive holiday music and open-air views aboard a premium electric cart

Enjoy festive holiday music and open-air views aboard a premium electric cart

Description

SEASONAL NIGHTS OF LIGHTS + FOOD TOUR PACKAGE — $145 PER PERSON Enjoy two signature St. Augustine experiences for one special seasonal price. Bundle our Nights of Lights Tour with our Historical Food Tour for just $145 per person — regularly $182 when booked separately. Save $37! Available November 21 through January 17. Experience St. Augustine’s famous Nights of Lights aboard a small-group, open-air premium electric cart. Ride through the Historic District surrounded by more than 3 million white lights, festive decorations, and holiday music as you pass the Plaza de la Constitución, Castillo de San Marcos, Bridge of Lions, Lightner Museum, and more. With no cramped middle seats, open-air views, and premium sound, it’s an intimate and comfortable way to enjoy St. Augustine’s most magical season.

Itinerary

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Ride through the glowing heart of Nights of Lights, surrounded by brilliant white lights and festive displays
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Enjoy beautiful nighttime views of St. Augustine’s iconic waterfront fortress illuminated against the bayfront.
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Pass one of St. Augustine’s most colorful holiday displays, decorated from top to bottom for the season.
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Cruise through one of the liveliest Nights of Lights areas, surrounded by decorated streets, trees, and historic buildings.
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Take in the spectacular former Alcazar Hotel glowing beneath thousands of white lights in the heart of downtown.
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Admire this distinctive Gilded Age landmark beautifully decorated for the holidays along historic King Street.
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Enjoy sparkling waterfront views as the Bridge of Lions, marina, and bayfront shine during Nights of Lights.
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Pass the magnificent former Hotel Ponce de Leon, one of St. Augustine’s most impressive Gilded Age landmarks dressed for the season.

Tour Info

Duration
45 minutes
Group Size
1 to 7 people
Price starts at
$43
Languages
English
Meeting Point
88 Riberia St, St. Augustine, FL 32084
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Why take this tour?

See St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights up close without the long trolley lines or crowded rows. Our small-group premium electric carts give every guest an open-air view as you cruise through the heart of the Historic District surrounded by millions of glowing white lights.

Enjoy festive holiday music through premium sound while taking in beautifully illuminated landmarks including the Plaza de la Constitución, Castillo de San Marcos, Bridge of Lions, Lightner Museum, and the sparkling bayfront.

This experience is all about the lights, the music, and the atmosphere. Sit back, enjoy the glow, and experience one of St. Augustine’s most celebrated traditions in a more intimate way.

Included

  • 45-minute non-stop Nights of Lights ride
  • Premium open-air electric cart with small-group seating. You wont feel like a sardine on our tours!
  • Festive holiday music through premium sound
  • Premium cart lighting for an extra holiday glow

Excluded

  • Gratuities — optional and always appreciated
  • Parking — guests are responsible for arranging parking before check-in
  • Not a narrated tour. Guide will be happy to answer questions, but the focus is lights and music.

Frequently asked questions

No. This experience is designed around the lights, festive holiday music, and atmosphere of St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights. Your guide will be happy to answer questions along the way.
The tour is approximately 45 minutes and is a continuous ride. Guests remain aboard the cart throughout the experience while enjoying the illuminated landmarks and decorated streets.
The tour departs from the Solla-Caraba Cigar Factory Building at 88 Riberia Street. Parking is not included with your ticket. Public parking is available at First United Methodist Church, 118 King Street, along with other paid public parking options nearby. Please allow extra time to park and arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled departure.
All passengers must be 3 years or older and have their own seat with a seatbelt. Infants are not permitted.
Yes. Animals are welcome, but any animal weighing more than 15 lb must have its own separately purchased seat.
No. Seating is first-come, first-served, and specific seats cannot be reserved in advance. Some seating may be rear-facing, and many guests enjoy those seats for the extra legroom and unobstructed photo and video opportunities.
Cancellations made at least 24 hours before the scheduled tour start time are eligible for a refund, minus a 3% processing fee.

Things to know

Pet Policy

PLEASE NOTE : Any animal weighing more than 15 lbs must have a separately purchased seat.

Age Requirement

All passengers must be 3 years or older and have their own seat with a seatbelt. Infants are not permitted.

Parking & Check-In

Parking is not included. Paid parking is available at the First United Methodist Church across King Street. Please allow extra time for parking and arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled departure.

Tour Format

This is a 45-minute, non-narrated ride focused on St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights and festive holiday music. Your guide will be happy to answer questions along the way, but the experience is designed for you to relax, enjoy the lights & music and take in the atmosphere.

Seating

Seating is first-come, first-served, and some seats may be rear-facing. All passengers must remain seated with seatbelts fastened during the ride.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel at least 24 hours before your tour for a refund, minus a 3% processing fee.

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$43

Why book with us?

  • Small Groups. Personal Service.
  • Licensed Local Historians
  • 5-Star Rated by Our Guests
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