Old Jail Museum Tour in St. Augustine
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Old Jail Museum Tour in St. Augustine
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Ages 6-99
Duration: 30m
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Live guide: English
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- Admission to Old Jail
- Entry/Admission - Old Jail Museum
- Entry/Admission - Historic Tours of America - St. Augustine
What's not included- Transportation to/from attraction
- Food and drinks
- St. Augustine Old Jail closed on Christmas Day.
- Start:
- Old Jail Museum, 167 San Marco Ave, St. Augustine, FL 32084, USA
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 5046OLDJAIL- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Children 5 yrs. and younger are free
- Free parking available
- Reservations are not accepted; tours operate on a first come, first serve basis on the day of
- Most travelers can participate
- Museum is wheelchair accessible on lower floor only.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- What are the hours of operation for the Old Jail Museum?
- We are open daily from 9:00 am – 4:30 pmAnswered Mar 2021
- How often do tours depart at the Old Jail Museum?
- Guided tours depart every 20 minutes beginning at 9:00 am.Answered Mar 2021
- Is parking available for the Old Jail Museum?
- Yes, there is free parking on site.Answered Mar 2021
The tour operator has provided the following answers to customers’ questions.- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 5046OLDJAIL
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- 939joanp0 contributionsFun!Great tour! The tour guides are professional and patient and very knowledgeable. Look out for Andrew he is a prankster!Written September 24, 2024
- micheledN8195NC0 contributionsBest paranormal activity in St AugustineLots of activity the night we went. It was a full moon after the eclipse and everything was active. Got alot of video to save and share. This was my second time doing this investigation and the staff are so helpful and knowledgable, especially Fran. I would recommend this to anyone interested in doing an actual paranormal investigation. See if you too can reach James......Written September 22, 2024
- realhumanskulldotcom0 contributionsStep right up to the Old Jail MuseumWhere history’s charm is a real-life illusion! With cells and gallows and tales so grand, You’ll feel like you’ve traveled to a far-off land. The guides spin stories with flair and with fun, Of outlaws and legends, and what’s to be done. The old-timey jail’s got its quirks and its cheer, A whimsical trip you’ll want to reappear! Peek through the bars and imagine the scene, Of the wildest old tales you’ve ever seen. In St. Augustine’s heart, where the past does play, The Old Jail Museum will brighten your day! So grab your hat and come take a stroll, Through this historic site that’s good for the soul. With laughter and history both in full view, The Old Jail Museum’s the spot for you!Written August 8, 2024
- realhumanskulldotcom0 contributionsA Spooky Stroll with Old Jail After Dark – A Ghostly Lark!When the sun fades away and the moon starts to gleam, The Old Jail After Dark is a ghostly dream. In St. Augustine's night where the shadows play, You’ll venture through history in a spectral ballet. With lanterns in hand and a chill in the air, You’ll walk through the old jail with a hauntingly flair. From eerie echoes to tales of the past, This tour's a delight that’s sure to outlast! The guides weave their stories with a ghostly charm, As you wander through cells with a spectral alarm. With every creak and every shadowy sight, You’ll find that this tour is a paranormal delight! The stories unfold in the moon’s soft embrace, With spirits that linger in this eerie place. From the ghosts of old inmates to legends untold, You’ll experience the hauntings of this jailhouse bold. So if you’re up for a night of the spooky and strange, The Old Jail After Dark will delight and arrange. With whispers and shadows in the cool evening air, It’s a ghostly adventure beyond compare! In the heart of St. Augustine, where the past comes alive, This tour is a treat where the spirits thrive. So join in the fun with a spook and a spark, For a paranormal journey that's a lark in the dark!Written August 8, 2024
- laurajM3842DO0 contributionsAmazing!Me and my husband were lucky enough to be alone on the investigation. We had so much activity happening on every device besides the emf reader which had very little hits. Our tour guide I believe his name was Fran, and he was 100% great! We are currently in the process of listening and watching our footage and we are finding even more activity then ee originally thought. Most of our activity was in the female cells and solitary. We will be sending in our evidence for the staff at the old jail to see and hear as there was a lot of great interactions and responses.Written April 28, 2024
- frolovestotravel0 contributionsWorth the time!Our guide was “Cornelius Shackles” & he was so much fun! So much history was detailed in his animated & entertaining stories. It was a truly horrible prison back in it’s day, and Cornelius really brought it to life for us.Written January 14, 2024
- kimmQ6105BZ0 contributionsHistory & entertainmentThe tour of the jail was very informative and entertaining at the same time. If jails were like that now, they might be empty.Written October 19, 2023
- 827kailinm0 contributionsThe Great Tour Guide BobalewBobalew is amazing! He was very personable and was very genuine. The little jokes that he throws in make it all worth it! One of the best people I have met in St. Augustine so far!Written October 1, 2023
- LADI19700 contributionsA Must visitWe had a brilliant tour of the Jail and our “prisoner” Cornelius was brilliant - I would recommend the tour to anyone - not only a great place full of history - but the “team” that work there all seem VERY enthusiastic about making your experience unforgettable - thanks again Cornelius.Written September 29, 2023
- stringsguy0 contributionsDo not miss this in St. Augustine!What a fascinating tour! Our tour guide, Bobalew, was knowledgeable, funny and very professional. It was a very historic experience, but definitely showed the tragedies that occurred as part of being a convict in those days.Written August 23, 2023
- 265jessm0 contributionsSuper cool mail museum!This was a fun museum to visit! I remember it vividly. Definitely do the tour and hear the history. My whole family went and we really enjoyed it. Cool photo ops too.Written June 11, 2023
- Derk56580 contributionsCreepy even in the daytimeI was there with a 4th grade school trip. The kids loved it! The tour guide was fantastic!!!! He kept the children engaged and paying attention, while sharing some scary things! We got the impression that this old jail is really haunted!Written March 31, 2023
- Y9975UOchristyl0 contributionsInteresting History!ok the bad, it's right where the tolley tours begin, so it was overrun with people and hard to find parking. but the tour of the jail itself was interesting, and informative! i can't imagine being in that solitary confinement or in the cells in the upper level. our tour guide Babalou was funny and knowledgeable.Written March 20, 2023
- sandyk81020180 contributionsReally fascinating and historicThis was very historically informative. The docent, Patrick, was funny and kept everything moving. Not a dull moment. Wow, the penal system in the past was brutal. Really enjoyed them.Written March 6, 2023
- 23_nonames0 contributionsLottie & HenryTake this tour with Lottie and Henry. Lottie was perfection with her accent and story telling quality. She was the best. Henry was also very good at talking with the quests.Written February 21, 2023
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Clif B
6 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
Bucky, our inmate and tour guide provided us with a great and informative tour. However for the cost, I found it wanting. Granted they have to pay the tour guides and other such fees, they could have one tour guide standing inside the jail to answer questions as most of the Information was strewn about on placards along the wall. Granted, the tour guides give you a nice interactive history lesson, but for the cost of the jail and the store next to it, just for 2 adults it was $50. Not very cheap. And that only gives you access to 2 places and will kill a good hour of your day. Then walk down the street to the fountain of youth, pay another $18 per person and you can kill another 2 hours. Prices in St. Augustine are ridiculous. I'm not cheap, but for the money you spend, you expect more.
Written March 15, 2020
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Feedback from our guests is one of the best ways we learn how to improve the visitor experience. Thank you for taking the time to share yours.
Written March 20, 2020
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mthornton213126
Christiana, TN40 contributions
Participated in the Old Jail tour on 24 June 2021. Our tour guide was Felix and he did an absolutely wonderful job. He was very knowledgeable and you could tell that he was very comfortable in front of a crowd. He interacted well with children and adults alike and was able to keep things light-hearted when needed.
The tour information was very interesting and, even though some of it could have been graphic or gruesome, Felix was cognizant of the age differences in his audience and took that into account when presenting his information.
The pricing of the tour was a little steep but the overall experience (due to the guide Felix) was worth it. I recommend taking the tour. Request Felix if you do; you won't be disappointed.
The tour information was very interesting and, even though some of it could have been graphic or gruesome, Felix was cognizant of the age differences in his audience and took that into account when presenting his information.
The pricing of the tour was a little steep but the overall experience (due to the guide Felix) was worth it. I recommend taking the tour. Request Felix if you do; you won't be disappointed.
Written June 25, 2021
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We are fortunate to have a great team of people who are passionate about history and deliver interesting and entertaining experiences to guests like you. Thanks for letting us know about your tour and posting a review.
Written July 12, 2021
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Dallas Traveler
Dallas, TX334 contributions
We went expecting to learn a lot about the history of the jail and the area. The Old Jail is definitely a historic place with an interesting history, but the way it is presented you feel like you are in the middle of a big tourist trap. I think most people do this as a part of the cheesy trolley tour, however we just walked up and bought tickets for the jail only. It was New Years weekend so St. Augustine is packed with tourists. We had to wait about 45 minutes for our tour, which was fine given the number of people there. While we were in line, we got to hear other guides giving the outside part of the tour and we learned that all tours are not the same and the info you get will be different depending on your “guide,” which is really an actor performing a role instead of a docent giving out historical information. This is really too bad because instead of giving everyone a consistent experience, yours will vary depending on which actor you get. We did still enjoy the tour and learned a lot about the jail, but it is disappointing that they dumb this down with artificial fun instead of just giving historical tours.
Written January 3, 2021
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Feedback from our guests is one of the best ways we learn how to improve the visitor experience. Thank you for taking the time to share yours. We look forward to hosting you again.
Written January 4, 2021
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MWilliams
1 contribution
Mar 2020 • Couples
My husband and I did the tour this morning. We had Deputy Otis. Stayed in character, funny, not aggressive and gave great information! So interesting! Well inside the jail my husband started having anxiety and had to step out. Deputy Otis quietly asked me if everything was okay. I explained my husband’s condition and he said he understood. While upstairs and finishing up the tour, we were free to kinda roam around, Deputy Otis grabbed a pardon paper and I noticed he left. I continued to read and learn and look. Next thing I know, I see my husband. Deputy Otis went downstairs, found my husband, gave him a pardon (still in character) and talked with him and said that he could look around at his leisure. My husband said he walked and talked with him till they found me walking around. I can not express how grateful I am in how he handled the situation and had grace and went to find my husband and give him a full experience personally. What a great man of character to express such grace and kindness. He didn’t have to go the extra mile but he did. He made the experience very special and my husband feels like he got to finish experiencing the jail. I believe most people wouldn't have noticed or thought of seeking my husband and giving him a personal tour and experience but Deputy Otis did and it did not go unnoticed. Thank you!!!! I can not express enough how much this meant to us!!!!!!
Written March 17, 2020
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SH
Tampa, FL143 contributions
Jan 2021
We had a decent experience at the Old Jail. For the cost, we would have preferred more information and less focus on making it entertaining (though one of us enjoyed the performance). Enjoyed it overall, but wouldn't go again.
Written January 21, 2021
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Feedback from our guests is one of the best ways we learn how to improve the visitor experience. Thank you for taking the time to share yours.
Written January 22, 2021
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Justin P
1 contribution
Jul 2020 • Family
Tour was very informative and actually a little better than we thought it would be. My wife, my son and myself all thought it was. Deputy Otis was awesome. He stayed in character the whole time and provided plenty of laughs along with some good history of the Jail. My wife missed the very last room of the tour (The Men’s cellblock upstairs) because she received an important phone call. When my son and I went out to meet her there was Deputy Otis filling her in on what she missed despite our tour being over at the point. Highly Recommend.
Also, the staff at Old Town jail were very mindful of the current Covid 19 pandemic. Deputy Otis and all the other “inmates” who were providing the tours all wore bandannas over their faces which actually went along with their characters’ costume so it never takes you out of the experience. They also made sure that every group in your respective tour spread out from the other groups.
Also, the staff at Old Town jail were very mindful of the current Covid 19 pandemic. Deputy Otis and all the other “inmates” who were providing the tours all wore bandannas over their faces which actually went along with their characters’ costume so it never takes you out of the experience. They also made sure that every group in your respective tour spread out from the other groups.
Written July 21, 2020
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We are thrilled that Otis provided you with a great tour. Thank you for letting us know about him filling your wife in on what she had missed. That is the kind of hospitality we try to inspire our CASTmembers to offer. Thank you for reviewing, we hope to see you again soon.
Written July 23, 2020
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BulldogTours1
Charleston, SC23 contributions
Jan 2020
We went on the daytime tour of the Old Jail. Benny was our guide and he was awesome. He was great at bringing the past to life, and also made us laugh a few times to break the grip of incredible creepiness that permeates this very haunted place. Highly recommend and be sure to ask for Benny. He'll be wearing black and white stripes.
Written January 21, 2020
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D'Auna L
1 contribution
Jul 2021
Our tour guide was Ruth and while she tried to be funny I feel like she only dragged out the tour while we were melting in the hot sun. A different tour guide might have helped. I feel like this was way too overpriced for the tour. I would have been happy just walking through and reading about it. I appreciated our tour guides enthusiasm, but she came across rude.
Written July 31, 2021
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We are sorry you were disappointed in our tour. We offer a satisfaction guarantee located on the customer service page of our website.
Written August 6, 2021
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makdaddy319
7 contributions
Jun 2020
Bobalew was an EXCEPTIONAL tour guide for our tour of the Old Jail. Not only was he extremely knowledgeable about the town and the jail itself, but had the comedic timing of a pro, creating both an informative and entertaining experience. He made sure that each guest (all ages!) was interacted with and felt part of the tour. I believe that this tour is an integral part of the history of St. Augustine and well worth the excursion!
Written June 22, 2020
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LB M
Apopka, FL2 contributions
Jul 2020 • Family
We just done the old jail last week it was a great experience like the last 2 times we been there . Our tour guide was JACK and he done an amazing job such a great person and guide went above and beyond to make our tour the best . Went back later he talked to us and also the next day he remembered and helped my son out with the bow and arrow we bought at a gift shop and he helped him shoot it also . Jack is an amazing worker there and makes it really fun experience.
Written August 1, 2020
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We are fortunate to have a great team that love to tell the history of our Old Jail. I want to thank you for the kind words about Jack I will be sure to forward your comments to the general manager of the company.
Written August 4, 2020
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Deborah S
Haines City, Florida
I reserved for Sat. 3/26. Had an emergency. Can I switch to Sunday 3/27, 2022 without cancelling ?
Reserv. # 866143766 Con. #1258768602
Cynthia Payne
Written March 26, 2022
Your best bet would be to check the ticket kiosk on site. The posted hours for the associated trolley changed (from 5PM to 4:30PM) from the time I looked online until the time I arrived on site, but I didn't check if that change included the Old Jail itself. I don't know how often the hours are adjusted, but I would certainly double check on the actual day you want to go.
Written January 16, 2021
Benny from Brooklyn was our guide. Was very interesting and very informative. Well worth it. Kept everyone's attention. Would definitely recommend
Written December 30, 2018
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