Destination Ghost Tours Self-Guided
Whispers of the Old City
Great as an Add-on to your Guided Tour
Shadows of Savannah is the perfect add-on to our Guided Tours, featuring an entirely different collection of ghost stories and haunted locations across the city. It lets guests continue their adventure with new tales, eerie discoveries, and hidden corners of Savannah not covered on the guided route.
Whispers of the Old City St. Augustine Self-Guided Ghost Tour
a Self-Guided Experience
Tour Access: $9.99
- Start anytime | Tour goes at your own pace
- All Ages
- Pet Friendly
Step into the narrow streets and ancient coquina corridors of America’s oldest city, where lanternlight glows against centuries of weathered stone. The Whispers of the Old City Self-Guided Ghost Tour invites you to explore St. Augustine’s haunted core at your own pace, weaving together true history, eerie legends, and atmospheric narration that brings the city’s lingering spirits to life.
From forgotten prisoners beneath the old fort to restless souls wandering the oldest streets in the nation, each stop reveals a different layer of mystery shaped by war, shipwrecks, faith, and tragedy.
Whether you walk alone beneath the moonlit battlements, wander with friends, or share the adventure with someone special, this self-guided journey offers an unforgettable look into a city where whispers from the past still echo through the night.
Why Your Family Will Love Whispers of the Old City
Families come to Whispers of the Old City for more than spooky tales, they come to share an adventure through centuries of history, mystery, and imagination. This is not a night of jump scares or fright; it is a gentle journey through St. Augustine’s oldest streets, told with warmth, curiosity, and the charm that defines America’s oldest city. Parents appreciate how every story is rooted in real local history, while kids are drawn in by the thrill of exploring ancient alleyways, stone walls, and quiet plazas after sunset.
The experience blends true history with just the right touch of the uncanny, creating something exciting but never overwhelming. Families discover stories of settlers, soldiers, sailors, and lingering legends that shaped St. Augustine’s past, all while feeling that familiar, fun shiver that comes with walking through a city where the past still hums beneath your feet.
With a self-guided pace, easy access on any phone, and narration that brings each stop vividly to life, Whispers of the Old City becomes the perfect evening outing, educational, enchanting, and just eerie enough to make memories your family will talk about long after the walk is done.
How It Works
1. Choose Your City
Select any haunted destination from our global library.
2. Start Anytime
Day or night, your tour begins when you’re ready.
3. Follow the Map
GPS guidance leads you to each haunted stop, complete with immersive narration and authentic history.
4. Go at Your Own Pace
Pause where you feel the chill, explore side streets, and linger in the silence between footsteps. You control the journey – just you, your device, and the stories that haunt the world.
Where the Tour Begins
The Whispers of the Old City Self-Guided Ghost Tour is designed to move at your own pace, guiding you through centuries of St. Augustine’s most haunting stories and enduring legends. The recommended starting point for your journey is the Old City Gates, the iconic entryway that has welcomed travelers since the 1700s and stands as one of the most atmospheric places in the entire historic district.
We suggest parking in one of the nearby public lots or metered spaces before beginning your walk. If you plan to drive during any part of the tour, please use a hands-free mobile setup and take great care, since St. Augustine’s ancient streets can be narrow, uneven, and active with pedestrians after dark.
You can access your self-guided tour at any time, day or night, and begin your exploration of the Old City whenever you are ready.



