The Palmetto Pioneers: A Self-Guided Monticello Walking Tour

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1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Monticello’s homes and historic streets tell the story of a small Southern town’s journey from an optimistic frontier settlement to the Civil War. On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll follow the true story of Mary Adeline Walker and her husband William (central characters in the Palmetto Pioneers book series) through Monticello’s remarkably preserved historic district.

The tour begins at the Jefferson County Courthouse Circle, where citizens first learned Florida had achieved statehood in 1845. As you walk, you’ll discover how Jefferson County became one of Florida’s political centers.

Throughout the journey, you’ll learn how Monticello’s early settlers, nicknamed “Palmetto Pioneers“ for their South Carolina origins, transformed a Florida frontier outpost into a thriving cotton-shipping town. The tour ends at William Budd’s general store on the courthouse square, now a popular local coffee shop where visitors can relax.

What's Included

VoiceMap app for Andriod and iOS
Lifetime access to this tour in English
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Smartphone and headphones
Transportation
Food and drink
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

This tour starts at the parking lot at the corner of E Washington and Courthouse Circle. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point

The tour ends at CowHaus Coffee Company on North Jefferson.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    You’ll pass by the Jefferson County Courthouse in Monticello, a Classical Revival building completed in 1909 that anchors the town’s historic district. Please note that entry to the courthouse is not included in this tour.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
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