Sunset Cruise St. Augustine: Party Boat on the Matanzas River

Ninety minutes of music, dancing and drinks on the water as four landmarks slide past

A 90-minute party boat cruise on the Matanzas River in St. Augustine where you dance, sing and drink while the boat passes the St. Augustine Lighthouse, Castillo de San Marcos, Bridge of Lions and Mission Nombre de Dios. You bring your own alcohol and food. The boat supplies the music, lights, coolers, ice, a First Mate and a Captain. Minimum age is 18.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sunset party cruise on Matanzas River

• Board party boat in St. Augustine
• Party, sing, and dance onboard
• Enjoy views of Mission Nombre de Dios
• Pass by Bridge of Lions
• View Castillo de San Marcos Fort
• See St. Augustine Lighthouse
• Toast with your own drinks
• Watch sunset over the city

The experience

The boat leaves with a full view of Mission Nombre de Dios and its cross, then moves downriver past the Bridge of Lions toward the Castillo de San Marcos: the nation's oldest masonry fort, built in the 1600s. As you approach the St. Augustine Lighthouse, the sun begins its descent and the party lights come on. This is not a sightseeing tour with a guide pointing out history. It is a shared boat where you dance, sing and toast while the landmarks drift past. The Captain and First Mate run the boat. The music and the crowd set the pace.

Bring whatever you want to drink and eat. The boat is BYOB, and coolers and ice are provided. You'll have a toilet onboard. The whole thing runs 90 minutes, which is long enough to catch the sunset colors but short enough to keep the energy moving. At 18 and older, you're in the age range this boat is built for.

What’s included

• Captain and First Mate.
• party lights and music.
• coolers and ice.
• toilet onboard.
• your choice of drinks and food (BYOB).

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 10 Jul 2027

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Child (under 1)

GroupUp to 25

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree 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.

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Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Old Town Party Boat

Is this one for you?This is a shared party boat, not a private charter or a guided tour. You're dancing and drinking alongside other guests while the Captain handles the river. It suits anyone 18 and up who wants to celebrate a St. Augustine sunset with a crowd and a drink in hand, not someone looking for a quiet or educational experience on the water.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 1).

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 landmarks do we pass on the Matanzas River during the sunset cruise?

The boat passes four major sites: Mission Nombre de Dios with its cross, the Bridge of Lions, the Castillo de San Marcos (a 1600s fort), and the St. Augustine Lighthouse. You get a full view of each one as the boat moves downriver.

Can I bring my own drinks and food on the party boat?

Yes, the boat is BYOB, so bring your own alcohol and food. Coolers and ice are supplied onboard, and there's a toilet available during the 90-minute cruise.

What's included with the sunset cruise ticket?

The cruise includes the Captain and First Mate to run the boat, party lights, music, coolers, ice and a toilet. You bring the drinks and food. The boat brings the setup and the celebration.

How long is the sunset cruise?

The cruise runs 90 minutes from start to finish, which gives you time to catch the sunset colors over the river and the landmarks without the evening stretching too long.

Is there an age requirement for this party boat?

Yes, you must be 18 years or older to board the sunset cruise.