A ghost bar crawl in historic St. Augustine is different. This 2.5-hour walk pairs costumed spooky storytelling with local drink stops for adults 21+.

I like that the tour keeps a steady pace while you get short, focused history-and-haunting scenes instead of one long lecture, and it ends right in the middle of the nightlife zone.

My favorite part is the way the route uses the city as a set. You’ll hit places tied to the Castillo de San Marcos area, then blend in cemetery lore, Love Tree photo moments, and several downtown stops where ghosts get treated like part of the scenery.

One thing to consider: this is mostly standing and walking. It is not recommended for people with mobility problems, so wear good shoes and plan for a decent amount of foot time.

Key highlights to know before you go

• Small group size (max 14) helps everyone stay close enough to hear the guide.
• Costumed guide and adult-only vibe (21+) keeps the tone fun and not kid-focused.
• Four bar stops timed for drinks and stories so you do not feel rushed through the spooky bits.
• Photo-friendly moments like the Love Trees and big views around Castillo area streets.
• Route covers major downtown landmarks on foot including Flagler College and an old Catholic church with coquina walls.
• Weather-dependent outing with a replacement date or refund if poor conditions cancel it.

Booze and Boos: A Haunted Bar Walk Through Downtown

This is a St. Augustine ghost tour designed for adults who want two things at once: a good walking night and a spooky story thread you can follow. The format is simple—your guide leads you from spot to spot, and each stop has a “here’s what’s here” plus “here’s why it’s haunted” story.

The adult bar element matters here. Alcoholic beverages are not included, but the tour is built around entering local bars and getting your drink between story beats. If you like your hauntings with a drink in hand, it fits.

If you prefer pure walking-and-legend with no bar culture, you might still enjoy the history stops—but your route is timed around bar visits, so plan to spend a little extra for whatever you choose to order.

Price and What You Actually Get for $34.03

At $34.03 per person for about 2 hours 30 minutes, you’re paying for the guiding and the curated route more than for attractions with big ticket prices. The tour includes the walking itself, visits to local historic bars, ghost stories, and a costumed tour guide.

Alcohol is the one obvious add-on: it is not included. You’ll still get time inside each stop to grab a drink, but your total night cost depends on what you buy. If you keep drinks to one per stop, it stays pretty controlled; if you go for a full night of cocktails, it can climb quickly.

There’s also a practical value here: the “admission ticket free” notes at the tour stops suggest you are not paying separate entry fees just to join the tour at those venues. That’s part of why this can feel like a solid deal compared to stacking multiple paid experiences in one night.

One more practical detail: the tour tends to book ahead, with an average booking window of about 17 days. If you’re traveling during a busy season, I’d plan to reserve earlier rather than hope.

Your 2.5-Hour Route: From Fort Alley to Scarlet Rogue

The tour starts at 15 St George St and ends at 70 Hypolita St, finishing at Scarlet Rogue. Along the way, you’ll walk downtown through key St. Augustine streets and landmark clusters, including the Castillo de San Marcos area and several historic sites that feel close enough to touch.

This is a guided, small-group format with a maximum of 14 people. That matters in ghost tours. With smaller groups, it’s easier to hear the guide’s story beats while you’re standing near bars or at street corners instead of yelling across a crowd.

You’ll want to arrive ready for a night of motion: the tour uses short stop times that still leave you room to take photos and order a drink. The timing looks roughly like 20–25 minutes at each bar stop, with extra minutes for cemetery and photo moments.

Stop 1 at Wines at Fort Alley: Drinks, Legends, and the Castillo View

You’ll meet your costumed guide at the courtyard entrance at Wines at Fort Alley. After check-in, you grab a drink and join the group for introductions and the first wave of local stories. This opening matters because it sets the tone and helps you learn how the guide tells the hauntings—history first, then the ghost angle.

From there, you get a high-impact viewpoint. The tour includes a great look over the Castillo and St. George Street. It’s the kind of view that helps you get oriented fast. If you want photos that actually show the setting instead of just a blurry skyline, getting there early is a smart move.

You’ll also be on a part of town that’s built for wandering. St. George Street is pedestrian-only and lined with restaurants, shops, and attractions. That’s helpful because even when you’re between story beats, you’re surrounded by things worth pausing for.

Huguenot Cemetery and St. Augustine Love Trees Photo Moment

Next up is the Huguenot Cemetery, dating back to 1821. The approach here is outside the iron gates, which gives the stop a classic “you’re close, but not trespassing” feel. Expect stories about the cemetery’s ghostly inhabitants, told in a way that ties the past to the present streets nearby.

Then you get one of the tour’s most fun breaks: a chance to take a picture with one of St. Augustine’s seven Love Trees. This is a good reset moment. You go from quiet, serious cemetery vibes to a light photo stop that still feels very St. Augustine, not just generic “spooky mural” stuff.

After that, the tour keeps moving along St. George Street. It’s a practical way to connect the stops: you’re not bouncing across town in a vehicle, and you’re learning the downtown geography while the stories keep rolling.

The Bar With No Name: Neon Skeleton Meets 17th-Century Stone

The second bar stop is The Bar With No Name, and it’s exactly the kind of place you remember later. Inside, there’s a whimsical neon skeleton hanging from the ceiling, and the setting links with the Castillo area view outside.

This is a short, focused stop—about 20 minutes—that works well for new ghost-tour energy. You’ll have time to grab a drink and hear more ghost stories without losing the group or getting stuck in a long line.

If you like your hauntings with some humor and theatrical visual cues, this stop does that job. The vibe is quirky, but the guide uses the surroundings to anchor the stories in real St. Augustine locations.

White Lion, Flagler College, and Coquina-Wall Church Stops

Stop three is White Lion for another quick drink break (about 20 minutes). The location is near the eerie banks of the Matanzas River, and the building’s story gets darker. It was originally a private home, and the owner was murdered there by a rum-running pirate. The pirate ghost story is told with a specific detail—he makes his presence known by shoving victims.

After White Lion, the tour shifts into a walking-and-looking mode with several key landmarks:

• Flagler College: you’ll pass by and hear about ghostly entities tied to Flagler himself, his wife, and what the stories describe as lady friends.
• Oldest Wooden School House: you pass by this museum, opened in 1931, and there’s even a mannequin in the upper window tied to the famous ghost.
• Oldest Catholic church in the United States: the tour passes the oldest Catholic church site, including a detail that three of its walls are original coquina walls from 1797 and about two feet thick.

These are the stops that make the tour feel like more than just a bar crawl. You get urban history built into the route: named institutions, age-spanned buildings, and architectural details you’d miss if you were just wandering on your own.

One note: because these are pass-by moments, you won’t be going inside. You’ll be listening while you look, and the guide’s job is to help you read what you’re seeing.

Scarlet Rogue: The Last Drink and the Poltergeist Finale

The last stop is Scarlet Rogue, where you’ll spend about 25 minutes. This is described as one of the most haunted bars in St. Augustine, with at least two poltergeists tied to the place.

Ending here makes sense. By the time you reach Scarlet Rogue, you’ve already built a mental map of the city’s haunted themes: cemetery spirits, old fort stories, pirate lore, and institutional hauntings. The final bar stop acts like a closing scene—your last drink, your last story push, and your last chance for photos before the tour wraps at 70 Hypolita St.

If you like a tour that doesn’t drag the ending, this one has the right shape. It’s a steady arc: opener at Fort Alley, expanding the spooky scope through multiple landmarks, then landing on a bar that leans into the supernatural.

Tips for a Smooth Night (Comfort, ID, and Crowd Timing)

A few practical things will make this tour more enjoyable from start to finish:

• Bring valid ID. Everyone must be 21 or older, no exceptions.
• Wear shoes you can stand and walk in. The tour is rated for moderate physical fitness, and it is not recommended for mobility problems.
• Plan for downtown foot time. Even though stop times are short, you’ll spend a lot of the night on your feet.
• If you’re visiting during big holiday crowds (like St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights), expect more people on the streets. The guide’s job is keeping the group together and making sure you can still hear the stories.
• If weather turns, the experience runs on the assumption of good conditions. When poor weather cancels it, you’ll be offered another date or a refund.

Also, since alcoholic beverages are not included, I’d budget for at least one drink purchase. You can keep it simple, but this tour is set up so you enjoy the stories more when you’re sitting back in a bar with a drink.

Should You Book Booze and Boos for Your Next St. Augustine Night

Book this tour if you want a fun adult ghost walk that mixes real St. Augustine locations with bar stops and a clear story thread. The small group size, the costumed guide vibe, and the way the route layers cemetery lore, Love Tree photo moments, and major landmark passes make it feel like a full night—not just a quick gimmick.

Skip it if you need a low-movement experience, or if a bar-centered format doesn’t fit your style. Also, if you’re sensitive to crowds, keep in mind downtown events can make walking slower and louder.

If you’re flexible, comfortable on your feet, and excited by ghost stories told with humor and local setting, this one is easy to recommend for a St. Augustine evening.

FAQ

How long is the Booze and Boos Haunted St. Augustine Ghost Walking Tour?

It lasts about 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.).

What does it cost, and is alcohol included?

The price is $34.03 per person. Alcoholic beverages are not included, though you’ll have time at bar stops to purchase drinks.

Where do I meet, and where does the tour end?

You meet at 15 St George St, St. Augustine, FL 32084, and the tour ends at 70 Hypolita St, St. Augustine, FL 32084 (at Scarlet Rogue).

How old do I need to be to join?

All guests must be 21 years of age or older and have valid ID. No exceptions.

Is this tour okay if I have mobility issues?

It’s not recommended for people with mobility problems, and it requires moderate physical fitness.

How many people are in the group?

The tour has a maximum group size of 14.