Haunted history, delivered on a golf cart. This 1 hour 15 minute ride through St. Augustine blends cemetery lore, Spanish-era landmarks, and street stories that get under your skin.

I especially like two things. First, you cover the main spooky stops without the slog of a long walking tour. Second, the experience leans on a certified city guide who tells the stories clearly and adds photo moments along the way.

One thing to consider: this is history with paranormal tales, not a full scare-the-crowd show. You may also notice that a few famous places are more of a drive-by or quick photo stop than a long, slow wander.

Key Highlights Worth Your Time

• Tolomato and Huguenot cemeteries: yellow fever tragedy stories plus sightings lore tied to each graveyard
• Spanish Military Hospital Museum: a short stop that focuses on the oldest Spanish military hospital story in town
• Charlotte Street time: quick but targeted paranormal wandering in one of the city’s most talked-about areas
• Castillo de San Marcos: a 300-year-old fort included for its reputation of apparitions
• Small-group format: up to 10 people max, with seating set up in rows of three
• Complimentary photos: you get help capturing the moment, and some pictures turn up very interesting results

Where You Start: Charlotte Street’s Easy-On, Easy-Off Vibe

The tour starts at 150 Charlotte St, St. Augustine and ends back there. That matters more than you’d think. St. Augustine parking can be a headache, especially later in the day, so having a simple home base keeps the whole night from turning into a scramble.

The ride itself is the star for practical reasons. This is not a march through cobblestones. You’re on a golf cart, open-air enough that you’ll feel the breeze, but still protected from the worst of walking fatigue. One review basically summed it up: it’s a nice option when you want ghost stories but don’t want to spend your evening on your feet.

Just know the tour has a light physical requirement: you have to be able to step in and out of the cart. So if you use mobility aids or you have trouble transferring, plan carefully. The good news is that the tour is designed to be doable for most people who can get on and off the vehicle.

Price vs. What You Actually Get (Including the Hidden Value)

At $39 per person for about 1 hour 15 minutes, this is priced like a focused evening activity. You’re not paying for a huge production or a giant cast. You’re paying for two things: a guide who connects the dots and a route that takes you to major haunted stops without losing time.

Here’s the value part you’ll feel during the ride:

• You get multiple landmark stops rather than one or two.
• Most of the core stops involve free admission as part of the experience.
• You’re getting complimentary photos, which saves you from trying to coordinate your group while a guide is moving.

Also, the tour books ahead. It’s listed as commonly booked about 9 days in advance, so if you want a specific day, don’t treat it like a last-minute toss-up.

The Route Before the Stops: Ponce de Leon and Hotel Alcazar

Before you hop out anywhere, you’ll spend time driving through historic areas while the guide sets the stage. You’ll hear about the former Ponce de Leon—including sightings stories tied to the college and its darker past—and you’ll also drive by the former Hotel Alcazar.

Why the drive-by portion is worth your attention: it gives you context fast. St. Augustine is one of those places where the history is all mixed together—Spanish rule, British and American eras, then the later rise of Flagler-era grandeur. Seeing the major buildings in motion helps you understand what you’re about to hear at the stops.

Hotel Alcazar fans should pay close attention here. Even if you’re not a building-nerd, this is one of those spots where the architecture does part of the storytelling. The tour ties that look to haunting and reported sightings connected to museum staff accounts.

If you’re the type who hates riding around without purpose, this will still make sense. The guide isn’t just showing you streets. The driving portion is meant to prep you for why these places matter.

Spanish Military Hospital Museum: Short Stop, Big Atmosphere

One of the most effective parts of the tour is the stop at the Spanish Military Hospital Museum. The timing is tight—about 5 minutes—but it’s focused. You’ll hear about the first Spanish Military Hospital and you’ll be placed in the story’s setting right away.

This is where the tour’s tone becomes clear: it’s not only about ghosts in the abstract. The guide ties hauntings to specific locations and specific historical events. It’s also a logical stop for a ghost tour because medical sites are the places people most often associate with fear and unexplained phenomena.

This stop is also a good test of fit. If you like paranormal tales that are anchored in history, you’ll probably enjoy it. If you want only jumpy, modern-style scares, this may feel more like a history lesson with spooky edges—which is fine, just know what you’re buying.

Charlotte Street: Quick Walk Time in an Oldest-City Hot Zone

After the museum, the tour includes time at Charlotte Street. Expect about 5 minutes there, enough to get oriented and soak up the street vibe while your guide explains why this area is repeatedly mentioned in paranormal conversations.

This stop works well because it changes the feel of the tour. Up to this point, you’ve been learning the backstory from the cart. Charlotte Street gives you a brief chance to look around like you’re part of the scene.

Also, your guide’s story-telling really shows here. Several people highlight that the tour isn’t just names and dates. It’s the way the guide frames the legends, including talk about battles and the kind of suffering that fuels ghost lore.

If you’re hoping for a long, slow, spooky wandering session, you may want to set expectations. This is a short stop, so if you want to linger on the street after the tour, plan to return under your own steam.

Castillo de San Marcos: A 300-Year-Old Fort With Apparition Reputation

Next up: the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, with about 10 minutes there. This is one of St. Augustine’s most iconic sites, and it comes with a reputation for sightings and apparitions.

In practical terms, a fort like this is a perfect match for a ghost cart tour. You don’t need to read a lot to understand why legends form around stone walls and narrow spaces. Even in daylight, the fort has that feel of old structure meeting old fear.

One thing I appreciate about including the fort: it widens the scope beyond cemeteries. Ghost stories often cluster in graveyards, but battle and imprisonment sites generate their own kinds of legends. The tour’s mix lets you experience both angles.

Huguenot Cemetery: Yellow Fever Tragedy, Orbs, and Sighting Lore

The first major cemetery stop is Huguenot Cemetery, with about 10 minutes. Here the tour connects the hauntings to the historic reality of the yellow fever pandemic in 1821, when about one third of the settlement’s occupants died.

That connection matters. It’s easy for a ghost story to turn into pure theater, but when a guide links stories to actual tragedy, the legends feel heavier. The tour also brings in the well-known cemetery lore of orbs and sightings.

This is the stop where people tend to look at their phones, their cameras, and each other more than usual. If you’re the group-photo type, you’re in the right place. One review even mentioned catching orb-like images in pictures during the tour, which is the kind of detail that keeps the whole thing fun, even if you’re not trying to prove anything.

If you’re someone who wants a deep, extended cemetery experience, you might wish you had more than 10 minutes here. But for most people, the balance works. You get the story points, then you move on.

Tolomato Cemetery: The Chilling Stories Stop

Then comes Tolomato Cemetery, again about 10 minutes. Tolomato has the reputation for the most chilling ghost-lore stories on this route, and the tour focuses hard on the idea of supernatural activity.

Why this stop lands: it’s paired with the earlier cemetery stop, so you’ll notice how the guide contrasts what’s happening and why the legends persist. Huguenot ties strongly to epidemic tragedy. Tolomato leans into the darker, more intense supernatural talk.

In a short time window, the guide’s delivery style makes a difference. People in multiple reviews highlight the energy and storytelling. Names that come up include guides like Sandy, Bob, Robert, Kendall, and Cindra. The important practical takeaway: if you get a guide who’s great at pacing and keeping the stories clear, the whole tour clicks.

Comfort, Group Size, and That Golf Cart Reality Check

A golf cart ghost tour is still a golf cart. The tour limits the group to 10 travelers, which is a good ceiling for comfort and for hearing the guide.

Still, pay attention to seating setup. The tour lists 3 passengers per row. That means if you’re traveling in a larger family group, you might end up packed into less personal space than you’d want. One review called out overcrowding on one cart, and another mentioned a preference for a seat position, including how some people did not love being in the back row.

My practical advice: if you’re sensitive to tight quarters or you don’t like being in the back, ask about seating preferences when you arrive (or at booking, if that’s offered). Also, dress for the open-air ride. Even in good weather, a breeze can help or annoy depending on your preferences.

On audio: one negative review mentioned that speakers stopped working during the tour. That’s not something you can plan for, but it’s a reminder to choose a meeting time that gets you settled early and ready.

Photos, Orbs, and What to Do With Your Camera

You get complimentary photos, and the tour can also create moments where you end up photographing windows, cemeteries, and street scenes. In the reviews, people mentioned catching orb-like pictures and even strange shapes that looked like a face or a soldier in a window at a nearby attraction.

Here’s how to use this in your favor without overthinking:

• Bring a phone with a decent camera and enough storage.
• Expect darker stops, especially if you’re on an after-dark time slot.
• Take photos during the guide’s cues, not while the cart is rolling.

And if you’re skeptical, that’s fine. Even if you don’t catch anything spooky, the photos still give you a nice record of the locations you heard about.

Who This Tour Fits Best (And Who Might Want Something Else)

This tour suits you if:

• You want ghost stories tied to real places in St. Augustine.
• You like historical context and atmosphere more than jump scares.
• You want a way to see multiple sites without a long walking route.
• You’d benefit from sitting down and taking a break while still getting out at key stops.

It may not fit you as well if:

• You want a horror-movie level scare. The overall style is more measured.
• You expect long stays inside cemeteries or at the fort. The stops are short, designed for moving through a tight route.
• You’re extremely sensitive to seat comfort or audio. Most people report a great time, but a few issues popped up.

If you’re unsure, think about how you like your haunted experiences: spooky history with photos and storytelling usually lands better than pure fright.

Final Call: Should You Book This Golf Cart Ghost Tour?

I’d book it if you’re visiting St. Augustine and you want a concentrated evening that hits the city’s big haunted landmarks—Tolomato Cemetery, Huguenot Cemetery, the Spanish Military Hospital Museum, Charlotte Street, and Castillo de San Marcos—without demanding a lot of walking.

I’d hesitate if you’re chasing a full scare show or if you need long stop times to linger. In that case, you’d likely be happier with a tour that lets you spend more time on-site.

One more smart move: show up ready to follow the guide’s timing. A couple people flagged timing issues in either direction. If you treat it like a smooth ride with planned photo moments, you’ll get the best version of what this tour does.

FAQ

How long is the Ride with the Ghosts golf cart ghost tour?

It runs about 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.).

How much does the tour cost?

The price is $39.00 per person.

Where do I meet for the tour?

The meeting point is 150 Charlotte St, St. Augustine, FL 32084. The tour ends back at the meeting point.

Is the tour in English?

Yes. The tour is offered in English.

Do I need to walk during the tour?

You’re on a golf cart, and there’s no long walking required, but participants must be able to step in and out of the vehicle.

What are the main stops on the tour?

You’ll visit Spanish Military Hospital Museum, Charlotte Street, Castillo de San Marcos, Huguenot Cemetery, and Tolomato Cemetery, plus drive-by story stops around historic areas.

What is the maximum group size?

The tour has a maximum of 10 travelers, and seating is set up for 3 passengers per row.

FAQ

Can I get a refund if I cancel?

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time, the amount paid is not refunded.

Is the tour affected by weather?

Yes. The experience requires good weather, and if it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Are service animals allowed?

Yes. Service animals are allowed.

Do the stops include admission fees?

Admission is listed as free at the stop locations.

Is mobile ticketing used?

Yes. You receive a mobile ticket.

Where does the tour operate in relation to public transportation?

The tour is listed as near public transportation.

What happens after the tour ends?

The activity ends back at the meeting point on Charlotte Street.