St Augustine

15 Best St Augustine Boat Cruises

The Matanzas Bay cruises sorted: scenic loops past the Castillo and lighthouse, wine-tasting sailings and the Nights of Lights runs when the city wears three million bulbs. The fort was built to watch this water; the boats return the look.

2.Sunset Cruise of St. Augustine

Experience stunning St. Augustine from the water on a relaxing sunset cruise, complete with scenic views, dolphins, and a choice of adult or family-friendly options.

★ 5.0

“Great ! Staffs are very pleasant, unfortunately weather was bad and we didn’t get to see the sunset .”

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3.Airboat Adventure in Saint Augustine with a Guide

Discover the thrill of a 1.5-hour airboat ride along St. Johns River, spotting wildlife, hearing local stories, and enjoying expert commentary.

★ 5.0

“The airboat ride was entertaining. We loved seeing the baby alligators, turtles, birds and learning more about Trout River. The music in our earphones was pleasant and experiencing the ride itself was also lots of fun. Our tour guide was knowledgeable and we always felt…”

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4.Wine Tasting Cruise in St. Augustine

Experience stunning St. Augustine from the water with a relaxing 1.5-hour wine tasting cruise featuring six local wines, wildlife sightings, and scenic views.

★ 5.0

“It was fun , entertaining . Would do it again ! You’ll never forget it . You should do it too ! Why do you require 100 characters , that is frustrating”

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5.Nights of Lights Boat Cruise

Experience St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights from the water with an engaging boat cruise, perfect for families and adults seeking festive charm and stunning views.

★ 4.5

“Lovely night on the river looking at the lights of St. Augustine. Excellent way to see the lights of the businesses lit up for the holidays.”

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6.Red Boat Tours – Dolphin Odyssey and Sightseeing Tour

Enjoy a 2-hour dolphin and sightseeing boat tour in St. Augustine, with expert guides, calm waters, and great wildlife sightings—all for just $29.

★ 5.0

“The boat comfortable and has a cover. We saw plenty of dolphins. The waters and scenery were beautiful and the staff was very friendly and informative.”

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7.Live Music Sunset Sail with Drinks Included

Experience St. Augustine’s only all-inclusive sunset sail with live music, unlimited drinks, and scenic views—perfect for romantic evenings or fun outings.

★ 5.0

“It was amazing from start to finish! The captain and the staff were friendly and accommodating. The sunset was gorgeous and the live music was awesome too!”

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8.Adventure Boat Tours – Sunset Water Tour in St. Augustine

Experience stunning St. Augustine from the water on a 1-hour sunset boat tour, spotting dolphins, historic landmarks, and enjoying expert guides for just $40.

★ 5.0

“It was the best one I have ever been on and we have been on 6 in St Augustine....we we're able to see lots of dolphins 🐬😄 and learn some interesting facts about st Augustine thank you captain for our great experience”

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9.Red Boat Tours – BYOB Sunset Cruise on St. Augustines Waterway

Enjoy an authentic sunset cruise on St. Augustine’s waterway with BYOB, scenic views, dolphin sightings, and lively commentary for a memorable 90 minutes.

★ 5.0

“Everything about this cruise was absolutely enjoyable. I highly recommend this event. Our group of 5 loved it. Lots of dolphins, good music and narration, plus the views made it worth doing again.”

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12.St Augustine Boat and Golf Cart Tour

Discover historic St. Augustine with a combined boat and golf cart tour offering scenic views, expert guides, and a well-rounded city intro for $85.

★ 4.5

“Our golf cart guide was very knowledgeable about the history of the city. We were able to go down the smaller streets thanks to golf cart. The boat captain was also very knowledgeable for being so young. It was a perfect way to see the…”

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13.Red Boat Tours – World Famous St Augustine Nights of Lights

Experience St. Augustine's stunning Nights of Lights from the water with Red Boat Tours—comfortable, informative, and perfect for avoiding holiday traffic.

★ 5.0

“We had a wonderful time on the night of lights boat tour! If you want to avoid the heavy St Augustine traffic then the boat tour out of Vilano is the way to go.”

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15.Adventure Boat Tours – One Hour Dolphin/Eco/History/Sightseeing Boat Tour

Explore St. Augustine from the water on this one-hour dolphin, eco, and history boat tour for stunning views, engaging guides, and family fun.

★ 5.0

“Lots of dolphin sightings, as well as some of the super pretty historical sightings. The sightings were much better viewing from the boat then it was on land. The captain was great and super informative without being to talkative so your able to soak it…”

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More St Augustine Boat Cruises

4.5Nights of Lights Viewing with Drinks and Live Music Sunset Sail1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$69.17 5.0St Augustine Sunset Boat Tour1 hour (approx.)$35.00 5.02 hours – Private Sunset Sail along Historic Bay Front$795.00 4.5St. Augustine Champagne Sunset Cruise w Seasonal Nights of Lights1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$58.52 5.0St. Augustine Private Day or Sunset Boat Tour, 6 passengers max2 to 3 hours (approx.)$325.00 5.0Dolphin and Nature Boat Excursion1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$50.00 5.0Nights of Lights Sailboat Tour at St Augustine Sailing$99.00 5.0Haunted History Boat Tour in St. Augustine$39.00 5.0Nights of Lights Private Boat Tour St. Augustine, max 6 passenger$46 5.0Sunset and Glow Tour in St Augustine Lighthouse1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$75.00 5.0St Augustine at Sunset History Golf Cart Tour1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$42.00 4.52 hours – Shared Sunset Sail along Historic St Augustine Bayfront2 hours (approx.)$179.00 5.0St. Augustine Wildlife Adventure: Boat Cruise & Kayak Eco Tour$44.70 4.5Nights of Lights Holiday Cruise Experience1 hour (approx.)$65.00 5.0Nights of Lights Sailboat Tour St Augustine Sailing2 hours (approx.)$774.00 5.0St Augustine Floating Tiki Boat Cruise with BYOB Option1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$75.00 5.0Day Cruisin’ Tour – #1 Party Boat in St. Augustine, FL$47.00 5.0St. Augustine Night of Lights Cruise with Live Music and Drinks$69.17 5.0St. Augustine Live Music Sunset Sail and Fireworks July 4th Only2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$168.70 Rhythm of the Night Tour Party Boat St. Augustine, FL$47.00

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America's oldest city: trolleys by day, ghost lanterns by night.