St. Augustine is a cool city. It is the oldest city in the USA to be exact. There is so much history, so much to see and so much to do while visiting. Trust us you will not be disappointed with your visit to St. Augustine.
Its old age not only gives it character and charm but also brings a certain warm romantic feeling that you will not feel elsewhere in Florida.
It is one of our favorite romantic escapes in Florida.
So if you are looking for romantic couple things to do in St Augustine, you have come to the right place.
After taking several trips to this ghost city, we have narrowed down our favorite couple of things to do here. Enjoy the charm of this city and reconnect with your bae while doing these activities.
Top 11 Fun Things To Do In St Augustine For Couples
1. Historic Pub Crawl In St Augustine
St Augustine is America’s oldest city and with that comes stories. Why not mix a history tour with some beers?
Explore the local scenery and classic downtown while enjoying local libations. This tour is about 2.5 hours filled with fun and full glasses.
The cobblestone streets and historic tails of times past will put you and Bea in a different Era. With the fort just across the road, you can see how this was a pivotal area that shaped history.
If beer isn’t what you fancy enjoy local wines and house-made Sangrias. When the sunsets you might want to take part in the Creepy Crawl. A pub crawl with “Spirits” in the air and in your glass.
5/5 ⭐️ on Viator ⏳ 2.5 Hour Tour
2. Ghost Tour
St Augustine is known as the hunted city, with some of America’s oldest history. So why not enjoy a ghost tour?
Things are different here after the sun goes down. Light from the lap post cast shadows, a movement barely caught out of the corner of your eye.
This town is rifled with history of piracy and the growth of a country the spine-tingling tales will be sure to set your imagination loose.
The old fort and graveyards are a few stops over where bone-chilling encounters have been documented.
The “locals” with some dating back to the 1500’s still want to share their stories and protect the city.
The question really becomes, do you believe in the paranormal? After the ghost tour, you and Bea might say… I do now.
5/5 ⭐️ on Viator ⏳ 1.5 Spooky Tour
3. Wine and Carriage Tour
Ditch the lines and theme parks for a magical date in St Augustine.
How can you get more romantic than a horse-drawn carriage through beautiful St Augustine? Which is one of the best tours in St. Augustine for couples.
Add some wine, sit back and enjoy the view next to you along with the scenic streets. The noise from cars seems to disappear when roaming down the street and the methodical beat of hooves on the street.
At night the lamp post will be lit along with light reflections off the water’s edge, lost in conversation and love this is a must-do.
This is also a great idea if you are thinking about popping the question in Florida.
4. Scenic Sunset Boat Tours
Head on down to one of the many local marinas to check out a unique perspective of St Augustine.
Get on the water and let the captain do the rest with one of these boat tours. There is a beautiful breeze coming in from offshore as you cruise the local waterways checking out some of the historic monuments.
You will get to check out the stunning Bridge of Lions. It is a beautiful and unique bridge that spans over the waterway.
Also enjoy the great views of Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche. One of our favorite places to watch the sunset in Florida.
This tour leaves you hands and worry-free to enjoy the sights all under the care of a trusted captain.
5/5 ⭐️ on Viator ⏳ 1.5 Hour Boat Ride
5. Segway Tour
A new age has brought a new tour. After a small instruction, you will hop on a Segway and start your exploration.
This guided tour will help you explore the nooks and crannies of this unique city. Off the typical path you will get to see some often overlooked local areas.
This is a great way to see restaurants, bars and Castillo De San Marcos.
With tours starting at 10am, 1pm, 4pm, 7pm you will be sure to find a time that will work into your sightseeing adventures.
6. Taste Your Way Through The City
Touch, sight, sound, smell, and of course TASTE!
Indulge all your senses with some food tours. There is a ton of influence in the dishes you will taste.
Florida is a melting pot of not only US flavor profiles but has a ton of spice from the Caribbean. This historic century-old city has figured out how to recreate classic dishes with modern flair.
Food tours are our favorite way to see a city. We love food, and it is a great way to see what locals are eating.
This tour Starts at an all-inclusive price of $49 USD you will want to show up hungry. For an additional; $ 19 USD you will get a custom-paired glass of wine from 4 locations hand-selected by the chef.
5/5 ⭐️ on Viator ⏳ 3 Hour Tour
7. Art Tour
This is not your average walk of the museum. Jules walking tour will hit more then one location and really try to tailor the experience to your curiosity.
With a few different options of tours you will be delighted with the different imaginations of the artists.
From the more formal galleries with some of the best local artists to unique spots showcasing art Jules will keep you entertained.
Head down to the warehouse district with colorful art and two other co-op galleries that you can tour.
Walking different studies gives you the chance to stop along some of the niche boutiques picking up survivors and prints along the way.
8. Hop on Hop Off Old Town Trolley Tour
Toss your list aside and hop on the trolley. With 22 stops in the historic area surrounding downtown you will be free to explore at your pace. Unlimited re-entry with the option of one or two-day passes makes this a truly incredible way of seeing the city.
With this tour you also get free admission to the History museum, beach shuttle and shuttle to the alligator farm. Be sure to make a stop at The Fountain of Youth to make the trip last a lifetime.
5/5 ⭐️ on Viator ⏳ 1 Hour Boat Ride
9. Fountain of Youth
This site is home to the oldest European settlement. So the fountain of youth must be true! Well… don’t we all wish it was true?
This beautiful hidden gem was meant to keep you young.
Beautiful buildings and structures are still intact to marvel at the craftsman ship. With history dating back to before 1513 there is no limit to the stories and lore around this beautiful place.
The lush foliage and large trees can tell the story of time in their own way. Grab a cup and take a sip. We hope it will work better for you than it did for us 🙂
10. Romantic Self-Guided Tour
One thing we always love is a self-guided tour. Rent a bike, pick a direction and see what you can find.
This is a great way to see and travel just outside the main destinations. St Augustine has many beautiful neighborhoods tucked around the downtown, over the bridges and along the coastlines.
Side-by-side scooters and street cart rentals allow the whole city to be your playground.
The beaches are a must-see and a great way to cool down. With this tour you will go the chance to go off the beaten path. Bring a speaker and enjoy a playlist that will bring back memories time and time again.
11. Dolphin, Manatee, and sea turtle adventure tour
Right on the shoreline of Anastasia State Park is a great place to explore and “sea” more locals in their natural environment. So hope one of their boat tours and explore the wildlife that St. Augustine has to offer.
Once you are on your boat tour they will anchor where you can choose a paddle board or kayak to start your adventure to get up close and personal with the wildlife.
Sea turtles, the West Indian manatee and even dolphins are a few locals that frequent this area. This tour will also get you access to the Maritime Museum and lighthouse tour.
5/5 ⭐️ on Viator ⏳ 2 Hour Tour
Conclusions
St. Augustine is a walking city, a food city and a people’s city.
When it comes to tours you will be able to find something spooky, filling and even educational.
There is no limit to the trips and adventures you can find.
We have listed some of the best tours in St.Augustine for couples, but there are still plenty of things to see and explore here.
With your feet well established on the historic street of America’s oldest city you will only wonder where to wander to next.
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