Spanish & Cuban Heritage Walking Tour in St. Augustine
Uncover St. Augustine’s overlooked heritage with a Cuban-American historian
Duration
2 hrs
Ideal For
Up to 12 people
Includes
Guided walk, Historian guide
Highlights
Explore historic St. Augustine on an evening walking tour led by Cuban-American author and historian Christina Kaplan. Look beyond the British occupation era to discover the city’s Spanish, Cuban, and Latin heritage through an interactive walk that invites you to question familiar versions of its past.
- Discover the Avero House, a rare surviving Spanish home
- Explore the Hispanic Garden, a quiet pocket of the Spanish city
- Walk Cuna Street, one of the side streets most walking tours rush past
Itinerary
7:00pm - Meet at the Castillo Approx. 8:00pm - Pause on St. George Street 9:00pm - Tour conclusion at the end of Spanish St.
Important details
- Not recommended for children under 16. Under 18s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- The route is not wheelchair or stroller friendly.
- You cannot join the tour if you arrive impaired.
- Pets are not permitted. Service animals are welcome.
- Parking is not included in the listed price.
- Wear closed-toe walking shoes. The route follows public historic streets, where traffic, uneven sidewalks, construction, and other pedestrians may affect the walk.
- Arrive 10 minutes early. Have your confirmation email or ticket QR code ready on your phone at check-in; no printing is necessary.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 48 hours before the activity starts for a full refund or credit. You'll also receive a full refund or credit if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. The tour runs rain or shine. No-shows are charged the full rate.
Product ID: UERD5E
FAQs
The group tour is guided in English, with no separate Spanish-language tour. Christina is fluent in English and Spanish and can include Spanish along the walk or help you in Spanish.
The Historic Downtown Parking Facility at 1 Cordova St. is a short walk from both the start and end of the tour. Street parking is limited at night, so allow time to park rather than relying on a last-minute curb spot.
No, food and drinks are not included. Eat beforehand and bring a water bottle and snacks. The walk includes one brief stop where refreshments may be available to purchase, but availability is not guaranteed.
Meeting details
In front of Castillo de San Marcos, across from the Old City Gates
