Experience the Best Ghost Tours in St. Augustine

As the nation’s oldest city, St. Augustine’s storied past is filled with legend and lore. That’s why ghost tours of St. Augustine are such a popular pastime! From haunted buildings to ghostly tales, there are nights of frights around every corner. If you’re planning a visit this fall, take a walk on the spooky side and check out some of the best ghost tours in St. Augustine.

Whether you need a family-friendly one the kids will enjoy, adult-only tours, walking tours, pub tours, or tales of haunted history, it’s all here. Check out our favorites in this month’s blog, and get ready for a hauntingly good time on your next visit.

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Haunted Walking Tours in St. Augustine

Stroll our ancient streets on a walking St. Augustine ghost tour with these top outings:

GhoSt Augustine: The Original Haunted Pub Tour

• Scare Level: Medium
• Restrictions: 21+
• Price: $26.90
• Duration: 2.5 Hours
• Description: Visit the oldest and spookiest pubs in St. Augustine as you learn all about the haunted history of the city.

Ghost Tours of St. Augustine Inc.’s Ghostly Experience

• Scare Level: Medium
• Restrictions: None
• Price: $25 *Free for anyone 6 and under
• Duration: 75 minutes
• Description: Take the tour that started it all. As the oldest St. Augustine ghost tour, these folks have been perfecting their experiences for over 30 years. No story is exaggerated, and with the scoop on the deepest and darkest St. Augustine secrets, no jump scares are necessary. 

St. Augustine Ghost Tours: A Ghostly Encounter

• Scare Level: Low
• Restrictions: None
• Price: Adults are $30, Kids 6-11 are $20, and those 6 years and under are free
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Description: Follow your costumed ghost host on paranormal investigations into places like the Castillo de San Marcos, the City Gate, the Tolomato Cemetery, and more. Even your pets can come along on this one!

St. Augustine Ghost Tours: A Paranormal Encounter

• Scare Level: Medium to High
• Restrictions: Not recommended for children under 10
• Price: $75
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Description: Step into the Oldest Wooden School House on St. George Street for a chance encounter with a paranormal entity. The ghostly guides at St. Augustine Ghost Tours have been granted exclusive access, and this 90-minute experience utilizes top-grade equipment to connect with the beyond. Are you brave enough to enter these haunted halls? 

Family Friendly Ghost Tours

Enjoy some spooky fun that’s good for all ages with these St. Augustine favorites:

Ghost City Tours: The Ghosts of St. Augustine Tour

• Scare Level: Low
• Restrictions: None
• Price: Ages 12+ are $29.99, Ages 6-11 are $14.99, and 5 years and younger are free
• Duration: 90 Minutes
• Description: With more than 790 five-star Google reviews, this is one of the best family ghost tours in St. Augustine. Featured on shows like Ghost Hunters and Ghost Adventures, this tour takes you to the top haunted locations around town, like the St. Francis Inn, where two hundred years of military struggles and one forbidden love story led to many a soul’s detriment.

St. Augustine Trolley Ghosts and Gravestones Tour

• Scare Level: Low
• Restrictions: None
• Price: Adult tickets vary based on time and date and are typically between $30-$40, and Kids' tickets are $33.24 as of August 2025.
• Duration: 1 Hour and 20 minutes 
• Description: Hear chilling tales as you ride through the city’s oldest neighborhoods and streets. The St. Augustine Ghosts and Gravestones tour takes you to Tolmato Cemetery and the Old Jail and ends with a thrilling visit to Potter’s Wax Museum’s chamber of horrors. Arrive 20 minutes early to ensure a punctual tour start. 

Paranormal Experiences

If a real encounter with spirits is what you’re after, three tours offered by GhoSt Augustine are sure to deliver.

Haunted St. Augustine Semi-Private Paranormal Investigation

• Scare Level: High
• Restrictions: Ages 6+
• Price: Adults: $39, Kids: $19, Private Tour: $289
• Duration: 2 Hours
• Description: Learn how to tap into the paranormal in this small-group adventure. Your guide will explain the different kinds of events you may witness and will outfit you with two tools to help you identify and track the ghostly spirits that still linger in the city.

Para4ce Investigations

• Scare Level: High
• Restrictions: Children under 13 are only allowed on the 7:15 PM tour, and all children must be 8 years or older.
• Price: Adult: $39.90, Kids: $29.90, Private Tour: $249
• Duration: 1 - 4 Hours
• Description: Investigate a 100-year-old haunted house with your own set of detection tools as you wander through one of St. Augustine’s most haunted locations. 

Total Paranormal St. Augustine

• Scare Level: High
• Restrictions: Ages 6+, but this tour is longer and includes walking portions, so be aware before you book.
• Price: Adults: $79, Kids: $35, Private Tour: $599
• Duration: 4.5 hours
• Description: This tour combines the best of everything. From walking tours to paranormal investigations, you’ll visit multiple locations and investigate spaces using K2 meters and Dowsing Rods. Once you arrive at the haunted house portion, even more equipment is waiting for you. The tour has a brief intermission in the middle for refreshments and bathroom breaks.

Book Your Spooky Getaway to St. Augustine Today

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Frequently Asked Questions about St. Augustine Ghost Tours

Does St. Augustine have ghost tours? 

You bet it does! As the nation's oldest city, centuries of history and lore roam these ancient streets. You can find everything from walking ghost tours to trolley tours to immersive paranormal experiences happening every day of the year. Some of the top experiences include the Ghost and Gravestones tour of St. Augustine, the St. Augustine ghost pub tour, and Ghost Tours of St. Augustine Inc.'s Ghostly Experience.

What is the haunted pub tour in St. Augustine?

GhoSt Augustine's Original Haunted Pub Tour is the oldest haunted pub tour in town. This 21+ up walking tour takes you on a two-hour journey through ghostly tales of the city, stopping at local watering holes along the way. Price per person for this St. Augusting ghost pub tour is $26.90. 

Is October a good month to visit St. Augustine?

October is a great month to visit St. Augustine! Enjoy fewer crowds, seasonal discounts on things like vacation rentals (check out our specials!), and the fall activities and events are second to none!

What is the most haunted place in St. Augustine? 

Depending on who you ask, you're likely to get a different answer. That's because so many parts of St. Augustine hold spirits of the past. From the Old Jail to the Spanish Military Hospital, the St. Augustine Lighthouse, and beyond, you'll just have to come and experience the city for yourself and see which spot feels spookiest to you!