Wicked St. Augustine: Bootleggers, Brothels & Gambling in the Ancient City
At a glance
Wicked St. Augustine: Bootleggers, Brothels & Gambling in the Ancient City is a 1h 30m guided experience in St Augustine, USA, operated by Spyglass Tours. Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 97 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $31.95 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Guided narrative of the illicit activites that took place in the 'family friendly' tourist town'.
Highlights
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 4 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 1h 30m
- Group
- Small group, up to 26 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Confirmed within 48 hours
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
The Wicked St. Augustine tour delves into the unwritten history of the nation's oldest city. You will hear stories of the illicit industries that made the town a financial success, all while avoiding the reputation of a sinful city. From its founding St. Augustine had a thriving tavern, gambling and prostitution industry, even while portraying a city founded on religious principles. See the locations of high stakes gambling, speak easy taverns, and private clubs which skirted around the laws of the day, like prohibition. Learn how the political powers knew of these activities, secretly supported their providers, all while keeping a squeaky clean image.
What's included
What's included
- Guided narrative of the illicit activites that took place in the 'family friendly' tourist town'
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 10m
The courtyard in front of the old Alcazar Hotel, now the Lightner Museum, also in full view of the old Ponce de Leon Hotel, now Flagler College.
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Stop 2 · 10m
Location of the old Ponce de Leon Hotel, built by Henry Flagler. This was the epitome of luxury and decadence during the Gilded Age.
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Stop 3 · 10m
Here the stories of the private clubs that lined this and the adjoining streets, gambling halls, speak easies, and boarding houses for upscale vacationers, to the working men of the city.
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Stop 4 · 10m
From here guests will hear stories of gambling halls, speak easies and boarding houses (which were code in the day for brothels).
Meeting point
Guide will meet guests at the fountain in the front courtyard of the Lightner Museum in between the museum and Flagler College.
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Wicked St. Augustine: Bootleggers, Brothels & Gambling in the Ancient City take?
The experience lasts about 1h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $31.95 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Guided narrative of the illicit activites that took place in the 'family friendly' tourist town'.
Where does it start?
Guide will meet guests at the fountain in the front courtyard of the Lightner Museum in between the museum and Flagler College.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 97 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in St Augustine.
