Cruise through the enchanting waterways of St. Augustine on Fury's Historic Landmark Boat Tour. Choose between a daytime narrated experience or a serene Champagne Sunset Cruise, both offering stunning views of iconic landmarks like the Castillo de San Marcos and the St. Augustine Lighthouse. Enjoy expert commentary on 450 years of Florida history while spotting local wildlife such as dolphins and majestic birds. Perfect for families, couples, or groups, this tour combines rich heritage and natural beauty for a memorable outing.
- Choose from a daytime tour or a romantic Champagne Sunset Cruise
- 360-degree views of St. Augustine's historic landmarks
- Spot dolphins and various bird species in their natural habitat
- Includes soda & water and a complimentary champagne toast on the sunset cruise
Check in at the "Island Cat" vessel on the Vilano Public Fishing Pier, past the blue bird statue, under the dolphin arches, at the end of the pier.
From the water, the Castillo de San Marcos feels less like a monument and more like a quiet sentinel. As the boat glides across the Matanzas River, the fort rises low and solid from the shoreline, its pale coquina walls glowing in the sun. Up close, the thick, rounded stone shows its purpose—built to absorb cannon fire, not shatter. Flags flutter lazily along the ramparts, and the watchtowers frame the sky. From this angle, the fort seems calmer, reflected in ripples of green-blue water that soften its sharp history. Pelicans skim the surface, and the breeze carries salt and river air. Seeing the Castillo from a boat gives it perspective—powerful, steady, and rooted to the shore, quietly watching the river as it always has.
From the water, the St. Augustine Lighthouse rises clean and tall against the sky, its black-and-white spiral unmistakable even from a distance. As the boat drifts closer, the red-brick base feels sturdy and calm, anchored firmly beyond the marshes. Sunlight catches the lantern room at the top, making it gleam while seabirds wheel around it. The lighthouse feels watchful but welcoming, a steady marker between open water and land, quietly guiding the shoreline as it has for generations.
From the water, the Bridge of Lions stretches gracefully across the Matanzas River, its pale arches mirrored in the gentle current. The stone towers at either end rise with quiet elegance, their carved details standing out against the sky. Sunlight traces the curves of the arches, and the bridge feels both grand and serene, linking the historic city with the landscape beyond. Reflections ripple and shift below, softening the structure into the water and making it feel timeless, like a landmark shaped as much by light and tide as by stone.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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