Nights of Lights Pirate Ship Cruise in St. Augustine
See St. Augustine’s holiday-lit bayfront from the water
Duration
2 hrs
Includes
Cruise, carols, holiday lights
Highlights
Step aboard the Black Raven for a holiday cruise with a pirate twist. Explore St. Augustine’s waterfront with a crew that brings its own seafaring spirit to the season.
Itinerary
See St. Augustine’s World Famous Nights of Lights from the point of view of a pirate ship! Starting the weekend before Thanksgiving through the end of January, the Black Raven sails north towards historic downtown to put its own spin on the holidays.
Join in with the crew for sing-a-longs of their best sea shanties as well as your favorite Christmas carols, and now through the month of December, Old St. Nick visits Old St. Augustine to visit his favorite pirates! Grab a seasonal drink at the bar, sing, dance, and be merry! Finally, end the trip with a front row seat as millions of holiday lights illuminate the beautiful and historic bayfront! Yo Ho Ho and Happy Holidays from the Black Raven!
Important details
- Check in 45–60 minutes before departure and collect boarding passes for your whole group before proceeding to the ship. A boarding pass is required to board.
- Be on board before departure; the ship cannot wait for late arrivals.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations at least 72 hours in advance incur a 25% fee; no refunds within 72 hours or for late arrivals, no-shows or parking issues. Unsafe weather or sailing conditions may cause delays, rescheduling or cancellation at the captain's discretion. If the operator cancels, you may reschedule or receive a full refund.
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FAQs
Only water is allowed; leave other outside drinks and food behind. Specialty drinks are available for purchase at the onboard bar and are not included in the listed price.
Allow 45–60 minutes to find parking before check-in; there is no dedicated lot. Parking is not included in the listed price. Metered street parking costs $2.50 per hour, and the Historic Downtown Parking Facility costs $20 per day with a 10–15-minute walk to the marina. Free street parking is available across the Bridge of Lions, also a 10–15-minute walk; bridge openings can add up to 10 minutes.
Meeting details
Black Raven Ship Store, St. Augustine Municipal Marina, 111 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine, FL 32084
