About this tour
When Jake from our Global Hobo crew ran the Booze and Boos tour in St. Augustine, it was equal parts ghost stories and bar crawl through one of America's oldest cities. You're walking 2.5 hours through the Ancient City's historic streets with a costumed guide, stopping at several local bars to hear tales of hauntings, bloodshed, and the odd eccentric character who's apparently never left. The vibe is touristy but fun—St. Augustine trades heavily on its haunted reputation, and this tour leans into it hard. Fair heads-up: this is 21+ only, and you're buying your own drinks.
Highlights
- Local bars with genuine history—not just manufactured spook
- Costumed guide adds theatre without feeling completely forced
- Real Colonial-era backdrop makes ghost stories land better
- Stop-and-chat structure lets you catch your breath between stories
- Pirate-themed guide persona fits St. Augustine's oddball charm
- Walking tour pace manageable, but streets are narrow and uneven
- Late-night option suits night owls and party-minded travellers
What to expect
Jake found the pacing relaxed—you're not sprinting between spots. The tour hits several old bars, each with its own backstory of hauntings or colonial drama. The guide, kitted out in costume, delivers tales between venues with varying degrees of historical grounding. Some stories feel well-researched; others lean toward folklore. You'll spend time actually in the bars (good for a drink order), so expect a mix of walking and sitting.
The narrow streets and brick sidewalks of Old Town St. Augustine are atmospheric in the dark, which helps sell the spooky angle. It's busy on weekends—you'll share the tour with other groups and drunk revellers—but the costumed guides stick to character throughout. Jake reckoned it felt like a pub crawl dressed up as paranormal investigation, which is honest positioning.
What travellers say
- Combines local history with bar visits—efficient fun
- Authentic old buildings lend real atmosphere to stories
- Costumed guide keeps energy up without overselling
- Leisurely pace suits mixed fitness levels
- Historic St. Augustine itself is genuinely interesting
- Drinks excluded; bar tabs add up quickly
- Not accessible for those with mobility issues
- Crowded weekends dilute the spooky atmosphere
- Ghost stories vary in quality and historical accuracy
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
you actually want to drink in historic bars while hearing local ghost lore, you're comfortable walking 2.5 hours at a leisurely pace, and you're 21+ with valid ID (they don't budge on this). Small groups gel better than huge crowds, so off-season mid-week is nicer.
drinks aren't included—budget for 2–3 at touristy bar prices. The tour isn't wheelchair-friendly; cobblestones and uneven pavement rule out mobility aids. St. Augustine's humidity is brutal in summer, so pick a cooler month. The "ghost" content varies wildly—some stops are genuinely creepy, others feel stretched. Not ideal if you're expecting serious paranormal investigation; it's entertainment with a historical garnish. Bring water, wear decent walking shoes, and manage expectations: this is a guided night out, not a fright fest.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original Global Hobo summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.