St Augustine: Night Ghost Tour with Real Paranormal Evidence

Summary

Haunted St Augustine walks, real ghost stories and late-night chills

You’ll wander St Augustine’s oldest streets after dark with guides who’ve actually captured paranormal evidence—think eerie recordings and strange photos shown right where they happened. Hear true stories behind Tolomato Cemetery and Casa de Suenos’ haunted pasts, all while feeling the city shift around you at night. If you want more than campfire tales—and maybe a chill down your spine—you’ll remember this.

What’s the experience like?

“If you hear footsteps behind us, don’t panic—it’s just Goold Butler,” our guide said, grinning in the half-light outside Castillo de San Marcos. I laughed, but honestly, I kept glancing over my shoulder after that. The air felt heavier here at night, like the old city was holding its breath. We started our Afterlife Tours walk right as things got quiet in St. Augustine—shops closing, but the stones still warm from the day. Our guide (I think his name was Mark?) knew every odd detail about these streets and seemed to know half the locals too; he waved at a woman walking her dog who just nodded and said, “Watch out for Faye tonight.” No idea if she was joking.

I didn’t expect to see actual paranormal evidence—like audio clips and photos from their own Savannah Ghost Research Society investigations—but Mark pulled out his tablet at each stop. At Tolomato Cemetery, he played a recording: a child’s voice whispering something none of us could quite make out. It made the hairs on my arm stand up. The ground felt uneven under my shoes there, and someone nearby lit incense (maybe for luck?), so it smelled faintly sweet and smoky. At Potter’s Wax Museum, we lingered by the door while he told us about cold spots they’d measured inside. My friend tried to joke about wax figures moving at night, but honestly? Didn’t seem so funny in that moment.

The story of the little girl haunting Casa de Suenos actually got to me—I mean, it used to be a funeral home before becoming a bed & breakfast. Mark showed us a blurry photo with what looked like a small shadow near an old mirror. I still think about that image sometimes when I see reflections at home late at night. And then there was the Oldest Wooden School House—hearing about ghost children running through empty halls while you’re standing outside in the dark is… well, let’s just say I walked faster past that one than I meant to.

The whole walk took maybe 90 minutes? Time felt weird—like it stretched between stops. There were people in wheelchairs and families with strollers; everyone kept up fine since it’s all flat and accessible downtown. By the end, we’d heard stories you don’t get on daytime tours—no jump scares or silly costumes, just real research mixed with local legends and some goosebumps thrown in for free. Not sure I believe in ghosts now more than before, but I do believe St Augustine gets under your skin after dark.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Paranormal walking tour in St. Augustine

• Describe haunted history at Tolomato Cemetery
• Present paranormal evidence at Potter's Wax Museum
• Tell ghost girl story in Memories Room
• Share story of architect Goold Butler
• Discuss ghost children at Oldest Wooden School House
• Present evidence of spirit Faye Sheldon

Top questions

Is this St Augustine ghost tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas and surfaces on this walking tour are wheelchair accessible.

How long does the Shadows of the Supernatural Tour last?

The tour takes about 90 minutes through historic downtown St Augustine.

Are children allowed on this late-night ghost tour?

Yes, infants and small children can join; strollers are welcome.

What kind of paranormal evidence is shown during the tour?

You’ll see real audio recordings and photos captured by their research team at each location.

Which locations are included on this Afterlife Tours walk?

You’ll visit places like Tolomato Cemetery, Potter’s Wax Museum, Casa de Suenos, Castillo de San Marcos, Huguenot Cemetery, and Oldest Wooden School House.

Is public transportation available near the starting point?

Yes, public transportation options are nearby for easy access to the tour start.

What’s included

Your evening includes a guided walking tour through historic St Augustine with stops at sites like Tolomato Cemetery and Potter’s Wax Museum; along the way your guide presents actual paranormal evidence collected by their own research team—all fully accessible for wheelchairs or strollers so everyone can join without worry.