St. Augustine: Private Golf Cart Ghost Tour & Cemetery Stories

St. Augustine’s haunted past by golf cart with real ghost stories

You’ll ride quietly through St. Augustine’s shadowy streets on a private electric golf cart ghost tour, hearing true cemetery stories and local legends from your guide. Expect unexpected laughter, odd chills, and glimpses of historic homes at night—all without stepping inside any buildings. It’s not too scary, but it does leave you thinking.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Electric golf cart ghost tour

• Drive by cemetery with ghost story
• Drive down nation's oldest street
• Travel residential St. George Street
• Explore back roads and hidden gems

The Experience

I’ll admit, I was a little skeptical about the whole “ghost tour” thing, but rolling through St. Augustine at night in a golf cart felt oddly perfect—like we were sneaking into the city’s secrets without making much noise. Our guide, Jamie, had that kind of voice that makes you lean in even when you’re not sure you believe everything he’s saying. We zipped past old houses with their porches creaking just a bit in the breeze (or maybe that was just my nerves), and there was this moment by the cemetery where the air suddenly smelled like wet earth and something else I couldn’t name. Jamie swore he’d seen lights flicker behind those gates more than once—he told it so casually I almost believed him.

We didn’t go inside any buildings (which honestly was fine by me), but driving down what Jamie called “the nation’s oldest street” felt like time got weirdly soft around the edges. There were people out walking their dogs or just wandering, and every so often someone would wave at us—one older lady even shouted something about “watch out for Matilda!” which made us all laugh, though I still have no idea who Matilda is. The golf cart was quiet enough that you could actually hear your own heart beat when Jamie paused before telling another story. It made me wonder how many of these tales started as jokes and then got stuck in people’s heads for years.

By the time we turned down some back road I’d never noticed before (even though I’ve been to St. Augustine three times), it hit me how different the city feels after dark—especially from a golf cart instead of walking with a big group. The houses looked softer somehow, like they were keeping secrets just out of reach. My friend tried to ask Jamie if he ever got scared doing this alone; he just grinned and said, “Only when my battery gets low.” So yeah, if you’re looking for something between spooky and silly—a private ghost tour by golf cart is probably it. I still think about that smell by the cemetery sometimes.

Top questions

How many people can join the private golf cart ghost tour?

The tour price covers up to 7 people per private booking.

Does the St. Augustine ghost tour enter any buildings?

No, all stories are told from outside; you won’t go inside any buildings.

Is this ghost tour suitable for kids or families?

Yes, infants and children can join—infants must sit on an adult's lap or stroller.

Are service animals allowed on this tour?

Yes, service animals are welcome on the golf cart ghost tour.

What kind of vehicle is used for this St. Augustine ghost tour?

The tour uses an eco-friendly electric golf cart driven by your guide.

Will all seats face forward on the golf cart?

No, not all seats face forward; seating arrangements may vary.

Is pickup included in this private ghost tour?

The experience includes private transportation during the tour itself; pickup details depend on booking arrangements.

What’s included

Your evening includes private transportation on an electric golf cart through St. Augustine’s historic streets with your licensed guide sharing both true ghost stories and personal experiences—no building entries needed—and space for up to seven guests to ride together comfortably.