St Augustine Sunset Cruise: BYOB or Family-Friendly
Ninety minutes on the water while the city lights up behind you
A 90-minute sunset cruise on the Pellicano through St Augustine and Matanzas Bay, with plush padded seats, complimentary water and blankets provided. You bring your own beverages and snacks. The boat handles the route past landmarks and the wildlife spotting as the sun dips below the skyline. Runs all-ages on Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Adults-only Thursday through Saturday. Not available mid-November through mid-January.
Step-by-step itinerary
90-minute sunset cruise experience
- Board the Pellicano boat
- Bring your own beverages
- Relax on plush padded seats
- Enjoy complimentary water and blankets
- Cruise past St. Augustine landmarks
- Watch the sun set behind skyline
- Spot local wildlife like dolphins and manatees
The experience
The Pellicano leaves the floating dock on the pier with a live guide narrating as you cruise past St Augustine's famous landmarks. The 90-minute tour moves through St Augustine and Matanzas Bay at the pace the sunset sets: slow enough to watch the light change and the water calm. Plush padded seats and cozy blankets make the cooler evening air manageable, and complimentary water is always on hand. Bring whatever you want to drink or eat. The boat is BYOB, so you set the tone for your own evening.
As the shadows lengthen and the sun drops behind the city skyline, dolphins, manatees, pelicans, osprey and turtles often surface in the bay. The wildlife is not guaranteed (it depends on the season and the water), but the boat slows and the guide calls them out when they appear. The deck is spacious enough to move around, and the whole setup is built so you can kick back without planning anything else for the night.
Family-friendly cruises run Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday. If you want adults-only, book Thursday through Saturday instead. The tour does not run mid-November through mid-January during the Nights of Lights season, but you can book for dates outside that window. Arrive 25 minutes early and walk out on the pier past the big blue duck. The floating dock on the left side takes you straight to the boat, where you'll check in on board. If weather cancels the cruise, you can reschedule or get a refund.
What’s included
- 90-minute guided cruise through St Augustine and Matanzas Bay.
- plush padded seats and cozy blankets.
- complimentary bottled water.
- live commentary in English.
- life preserver provided for all ages.
Options for this experience
2 optionsInformation
Lasts 1h 30m, runs Wednesday to Sunday at 16:45, from US$ 41.54 per person, with a live guide in English and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.
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Operated by Red Boat Tours, LLC
Is this one for you?Book the family-friendly option if you're traveling with children. Choose adults-only Thursday through Saturday if you want an evening without kids on board. Either way, the BYOB setup means you control what you drink and eat, and the plush seating and blankets let you settle in without fussing with logistics.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (under 3).
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.
What animals might I see on the St Augustine sunset cruise?
Dolphins, manatees, pelicans, osprey and turtles are common in the bay, especially as the water calms in the evening. The guide watches for them and calls them out when they surface, though sightings depend on the season and conditions on the day.
Can I bring alcohol on the Pellicano sunset cruise?
Yes, the cruise is BYOB, so you can bring beer, wine or spirits along with snacks. Complimentary bottled water is provided, and the boat supplies cozy blankets and plush seating so you can settle in for the full 90 minutes.
What's the difference between the family-friendly and adults-only sunset cruises?
Family-friendly cruises run Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday and welcome all ages. Adults-only cruises run Thursday through Saturday. Both follow the same 90-minute route and include the same seating, water and blankets. The difference is who is on board with you.
When is the best time to book a sunset cruise in St Augustine?
Sunset cruises run year-round except mid-November through mid-January during the Nights of Lights season. You can book cruises for dates outside that blackout window. Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday are family-friendly. Thursday through Saturday are adults-only.
What should I wear for the St Augustine sunset cruise?
Bring a light layer or sweater. It is always cooler on the water, and the boat provides cozy blankets for the evening. Comfortable shoes for walking the pier are a good idea, and sunscreen if you plan to be on deck as the sun is still high.
Where do I board the Pellicano, and how early should I arrive?
Plan to arrive 25 minutes before departure. Walk out on the pier past the big blue duck, then halfway down on the left you'll see the floating dock that takes you directly to the boat. Check in happens on board, and if the boat hasn't arrived yet when you get there, it will be coming shortly.
St Augustine Sunset Cruise: BYOB or Family-Friendly
1h 30m · EN
from US$ 41.54 per person