St Augustine Dolphin & History Boat Tour: Sunset Sightseeing

See St Augustine's waterfront history and hunt for dolphins in an hour

A one-hour sightseeing boat tour from St Augustine that searches for dolphins while passing the Castillo de San Marcos and Fountain of Youth, with views of the city skyline and local landmarks from the water. The 6-passenger boat departs promptly. Arrive 10 to 16 minutes early. You can bring your own drinks, snacks and coolers on board, and the tour is family-friendly with children welcome from age 1.

Step-by-step itinerary

Dolphin cruise and historic sights

• Arrive 10-16 minutes early
• Board the boat promptly
• View St Augustine cityscape from water
• Pass by Castillo de San Marcos
• Pass by Fountain of Youth
• Travel under the bridge and learn history
• See the Cross in Hospital Creek
• View Atlantic Beach from St Augustine Inlet
• Search for dolphins during cruise

What’s included

• Sightseeing boat tour with a live English-speaking captain.
• dolphin searching as you travel.
• views of the Castillo de San Marcos and Fountain of Youth from the water.
• passage under the bridge and past Hospital Creek.
• access to Atlantic Beach and St Augustine Inlet.
• family-friendly setting with children welcome from age 1.

Times

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• Thursday to Sunday 16:00

Information

Feel the breeze on a St Augustine dolphin boat tour, explore historic sites from the water, and catch sunset views. Includes family-friendly cruise with local captain.

Group Up to 32

Live guide English

Meeting point and pickup No hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point. See the exact address

Book up to the start time

Ages Adult (18 and older) · Child (under 18)

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund. It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Good to know

Low physical effort Wheelchair accessible Stroller-friendly Pets welcome Public transport nearby

More information The exact meeting point address, the operator’s instructions and every other detail are in the full listing. See the full listing

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The experience

The boat leaves the dock on time, so you need to arrive 10 to 16 minutes before departure. Once aboard the 6-passenger boat, you get a different angle on St Augustine: the water view of the city skyline and the history of the area told as you travel. The captain searches for dolphins as the boat moves, and you'll pass the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and see the Fountain of Youth from the creek side, learning the local history at each point. The route also takes you under the bridge for a closer look at its structure and past the Cross in Hospital Creek, then out toward Atlantic Beach and the St Augustine Inlet.

You're welcome to bring your own drinks, snacks and adult beverages on board in small coolers, which means you can settle in without buying anything extra. The tour runs about an hour, making it short enough to fit into a morning or afternoon without eating up your whole day. Sunset tours are available, and the boat is family-friendly: children from age 1 can ride, and infants or small children can stay in a pram or stroller. Service animals are welcome, and the boat is wheelchair accessible.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 18).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I bring food and drinks on the St Augustine dolphin tour?

Yes, you can bring your own drinks, snacks and adult beverages on board in small coolers, so you don't need to buy refreshments during the tour.

What will I see on the boat tour besides dolphins?

The tour passes the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and the Fountain of Youth from the water, travels under the bridge, passes the Cross in Hospital Creek, and heads out toward Atlantic Beach and the St Augustine Inlet: all while the captain shares local history.

How long is the dolphin and history boat tour?

The tour runs about one hour, giving you time to see the waterfront sights and search for dolphins without a long time commitment.

What time should I arrive before the boat departs?

Arrive 10 to 16 minutes before your departure time, as the boat leaves the dock promptly and you need time to board.

Operated by Adventure Boat Tours. Explorevia does not run this tour: we compare it with similar options, and you book it with our booking partner.

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