St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum

Category: Museum in St. Augustine, Florida

Address: 100 Red Cox Dr, St. Augustine, FL 32080, USA

Phone: +19048290745

Opening hours

Sunday: 9AM–6PM

Monday: 9AM–6PM

Tuesday: 9AM–6PM

Wednesday: 9AM–6PM

Thursday: 9AM–6PM

Friday: 9AM–6PM

Saturday: 9AM–6PM

Reviews

Maria Ace

Jul 29, 2022

We did a night ghost tour at the lighthouse. It was ok. The tour had so many people that it took away from the tours "ghostly tales." There were tons of mosquitoes. I think it would have been nice for them to offer some bug spray. They do sell off wipes at 1.00 per wipe. The stories were nice but rather long. After the storied they let you go on your own but the grounds are dark so you can't really see anything. They tell a story in the lighthouse and it gets very hot in there so.. I would suggest not going during the summertime. The best thing about this tour was the top of the lighthouse at night, which was beautiful, but other than that I don't think it was worth the money. If you're going to go, just go during the day so you can see the grounds and the museum.

Heather Woods

May 27, 2022

This was a lovely impromptu stop! The views from the top were gorgeous and expansive and the climb up (although nearly 219 steps) was very manageable due to the benches you can sit on the way up and how well made the stairs are. The building has just been recently renovated and it looks amazing! Each of the exhibits in the separate side buildings were also meticulously maintained and informative. We spoke with several staff members who were extremely friendly and helpful. Overall an incredible place to visit and affordable! Come support historical St. Augustine

Debbie Bowles

Apr 21, 2022

Any absolute delight. Has History, souvenirs, antiques, archeology and more. More than a museum. Don't be intimidated if you have mobility handicaps. Staff is wonderful to make doable suggestions to make those with canes or walkers welcome and comfortable even if climbing stairs is physical limited. Restrooms available in several convenient locations. Many kid friendly things including pirate ship playground, outdoor play area with games and a trail that promotes hands on learning. Climb to the top of the lighthouse or enjoy the view from a comfy seat. Be sure to appreciate the landscaping and Florida foliage as well as the lighthouse keepers garden. The Tin Pickle is the stop for a hotdog, muffin, brownie, soda or a cold beer. We watched men building boats on site. We watched and archaeologist work on items retrieved from ocean dives. Be sure and hike the trail that goes behind the lighthouse. See the lush native plants. Enjoy the huge trees covered in Spanish Moss. Well worth the money and wonderful history lesson for kids of all ages. Staff is beyond helpful and kind.

Peter Ortiz Jr

Apr 2, 2022

This was a beautiful day to visit the lighthouse, there was a great breeze coming from the water and the sun was shining so bright and filled with warmth. It was perfect. A must if you're a maritime bug. They have a park for kids to enjoy and the view from the lighthouse was magnificent. Overall it was fun.

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Questions & Answers

Is this kid appropriate?

Arti | Jul 4, 2018
Michael Smith | Jul 5, 2018

Yes

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Is this place haunted?

Nicolekdance youtubegirl | Jul 4, 2018
Mr. Lane | Jul 5, 2018

Totally haunted

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I would like to propose to my girlfriend at the top of the light house. Would that be possible?

James Pattie | Jul 4, 2019
Elvys Fernandez | Jul 5, 2019

Yes.you only have to paid for the pass

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My wife says yes! Must be at the top.

Floridanatureman | Jul 4, 2018
Beth Fincher | Jul 5, 2018

Absolutely amazing!!

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When will be open lighthouse? Was renovation ?

Sandra Zajac | Jun 3, 2022
Steve Pendley | Jun 4, 2022

I was told by the owner's daughter about May 15th 2022 that the lighthouse was going to be open after the renovation. I tried to go up the lighthouse 2 weeks ago. The best thing to do is check their website or call before you go there....

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Is it suitable for children under 12?

Owen Welfel | Apr 4, 2022
Tyler Alvers | Apr 5, 2022

Yes, just make sure you stay with them on spiral staircase to top, it's also windy at the top so just keep them with you through the duration of your tour.

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Does the museum going to be open today?

Alberto Esteban Romero Perozo | Jul 3, 2020
David Shoenberger | Jul 4, 2020

I believe they are

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Is it functional

Jeff Weems | Jul 3, 2021
St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum (Owner) | Jul 4, 2021

The St. Augustine Lighthouse is a private Aid-to-navigation, meaning that we keep it on, and without our museum it would go out. But it shines each night, just as it did when the USCG operated it. Our volunteers polish and care for the lens, as does our amazing staff.

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Is the lighthouse handicap accessible?

AVENA MCCALL | Jul 4, 2019
Jim Maloney | Jul 5, 2019

The lighthouse is more than just the lighthouse. There is more to see there. What you will be able to enjoy may depend on the nature of the challenge the person has.

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is there really a person died in here and how tall it is?

SALTY SALAD | Jul 4, 2018
Joe Hall | Jul 5, 2018

The lighthouse is 165 feet tall with a first order Fresnel lens. There's no official record of a death there, but the site is said to be popular with paranormal enthusiasts. Enjoy your visit!

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Is there a weight limit per person?

connie hawks | Jul 3, 2021
Rashmi Shenoy | Jul 4, 2021

No I don't think weight matters...it's only height of kids that matter..

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It's there is weight limit for the tour?

connie hawks | Jul 3, 2021
Mauricio Robles | Jul 4, 2021

As long as you can handle it it is ok No weight limit

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Is the lighthouse haunted

Micsir _ | Jul 3, 2021
Kurt Shockey | Jul 4, 2021

Read this article and you be the judge; https://ghostcitytours.com/st-augustine/haunted-places/st-augustine-lighthouse/

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Are dogs allowed?

Lee Aquino | Jul 3, 2021
Madewell Inspections | Jul 4, 2021

Yes dogs were on allowed on the property but they were not allowed in the buildings unless they were service dogs. And no they were not able to go up into the lighthouse.

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Is this the haunted lighthouse ?

Curt Buzo | Jul 3, 2020
Aimee Lim | Jul 4, 2020

May be, not sure though. Its an old one. Lol

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How much to get in to see the lighthouse

Regina Graham | Jul 3, 2020
Klaus Krämer | Jul 4, 2020

They have a website and a link to 'Tickets'.... Adults $12.95, Seniors 60+ and children under 12 $10.95

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What is the parking availability & cost?

Taylor Kline | Jul 4, 2019
LukeinTennessee | Jul 5, 2019

Free parking but pretty limited. Definitely worth stopping by though.

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Dose it vost to go in

Angela Webb | Jul 4, 2019
Butch Royals | Jul 5, 2019

$12.95 for adults $10.95 for kids and seniors Free for active military and 10% off for vets. It also includes all of the museums and nature trials. Worth the price of admission.

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Can you buy tickets same day?

Juanita Reyes-Burke | Jul 4, 2019
Barry Whitson | Jul 5, 2019

Yes in the gift shop

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Can we just go see it and Take pictures without having to pay the Tour.

Adiari Cabezas | Jul 4, 2019
Mike Mouser | Jul 5, 2019

Yes, you can see it from out front. You can get an ok picture.

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this is sean with LC-HR is this place haunted by the two grils who drowned who was the dads name

shakel mcclain | Jul 4, 2019
Gabriel torres | Jul 5, 2019

Take the ghost tour we did and we had a ghost in our pictures

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How much does it cost?

Eve Woollen | Jul 4, 2018
Joshua Giesegh | Jul 5, 2018

We did both the daytime and ghost tour at night and for two adults it was about $60.. Side Note: Bottled water was only $1.50 and they also had simple meals, snacks, local fudge, local craft brews.. Highly highly recommend it, especially the ghost tour!

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What time do they turn the lighthouse on? The beacon

Melissa Shirley | Jul 4, 2018
James Smith | Jul 5, 2018

It works automatically but it depends on when it gets dark.

Are dogs allowed up in the lighthouse?

Nadia Rubin | Jul 4, 2018
Sharon McVey | Jul 5, 2018

No

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Is there a place to park a C class RV without walking a long way to get to the lighthouse? If so where? Thanks

Dawn Cullity | Jul 4, 2018
Bruce Lyles | Jul 5, 2018

Don't miss this lighthouse, it's well worth the stop ! ... We parked beside the street that the lighthouse museum is facing, just south east of the lighthouse. There is a dumpster near a soccer field, there were several trucks pulling large trailers parked nearby and we were in a motorhome pulling a car totaling approximately 55 ft.

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How long do people normally spend time there?

Hoa An Nguyen | Jul 4, 2018
Jamie Beu | Jul 5, 2018

We spent about 2.5 hours there. This included a tour of the maritime artifacts, wandering through the lighthouse keeper's residence, the gift shop (best in St Augustine), and, of course, climbing all the way to the top of the lighthouse.

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do you think school is good?

Abubakir Tashkhodjavea | May 4, 2022
Kelley Nicholle | May 5, 2022

Yes, it would be a good trip for a school...if that is what you're asking. There are informational plaques and historical facts posted everywhere.

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Do I need to pay?

Veronica Roach | Apr 4, 2022
David French | Apr 5, 2022

Yes. Just under $15 / person. If you are 62 or older you get a small discount.

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Is there a bus from downtown area that goes to the lighthouse?

Barbara Till | Mar 5, 2022
Kathlee Carroll | Mar 6, 2022

Not that I'm aware of. We went there first then went to take trolly tour

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How old must a child be to walk up and down the lighthouse stairs?

A Google User | Jan 4, 2022
Adam Bucalo | Jan 5, 2022

It goes by height. So essentially your child could be barely able to walk, but as long as she or he is tall enough, they're good to go.

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How many steps does it have?

Sara Martinez | Aug 7, 2021
Ada Diaz Malave | Aug 8, 2021

Not really The Conte but I think it has More than 200 Steps but being Up and seeing That beauty really pays off

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If my family of 4 walks to top, can I use drone in parking lot to fly up and get their pictures

Charles Gibson | Jul 3, 2021
Sonya Shawhan | Jul 4, 2021

They have signs posted. Drones are prohibited. I was just there last weekend.

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What is the cost of the entrance and at present it is by reservation or it is not necessary

EMMA RAMIREZ | Jul 3, 2021
Luis Zacarias | Jul 4, 2021

No reservation is necessary, the cost is $ 20 plus taxes

I need to know if there are public income housing

Eulalia Hernandez | Jul 3, 2021
St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum (Owner) | Jul 4, 2021

We are a private, non-profit Museum. There is no public housing, and we are not a housing agency. There are hotels and places that tourists stay very close by.

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Is it a Hansel to get in with vivid 19?

Roni Barker-Goodall | Jul 3, 2021
Signal Man | Jul 4, 2021

Masks are required. There is plenty of hand sanitizer stations as well. Enjoy!

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What is the best time to visit here?

Roni Barker-Goodall | Jul 3, 2021
St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum (Owner) | Jul 4, 2021

Hi, I'm sorry for the delay in response. It depends on what you want. The best times for smaller crowds are very early in the day, between 9 am and 10 am, or later in the afternoon. Come between 5 pm and 6 pm. This is the busiest week of the year, so no time is perfect. But in January it will be very comfortable, crowd wise. You will want to avoid rain as much of the experience is outside. We do require masks, and we will have a line to stand in this time of year no matter when you come. We thank you for supporting our non-profit. Don't forget to look for a discount coupon on our Visit page at www.staugustinelighthouse.org.

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Do you still have sunset moonrise each month?

Jimmy Armstrong | Jul 3, 2021
St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum (Owner) | Jul 4, 2021

Hi, Right now Sunset Moon-rise is on hold. (We do have two remaining events scheduled that are sold out.) New Moon-rise events will be announced in 2021. Details will be posted on our social media and web site when that happens, and Members will be informed first. Visit www.staugustinelighthouse.org to if you want to b be placed on a waiting list then call us a 904 829-0745, and ask for Lee. Please do stay in touch and thanks for asking. Cordially, Kathy A. Fleming Exec Director

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Is the lighthouse available for weddings?

Jennifer Bell | Jul 3, 2020
Edwin Coffman | Jul 4, 2020

Yes they do weddings. You need to call them and they will assist you with the arrangements there

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How much cost

Ana Ramirez | Jul 3, 2020
Baldi Mefer Mejia | Jul 4, 2020

Under 12 is free 12-17 is $8 Adult is $15 College student, military and seniors $12 It's well worth, specially for kids with the scavenger hunts they have

Can you do your wedding vows at the Lighthouse?

Mark Roush | Jul 3, 2020
Curt James Hatmaker | Jul 4, 2020

Yes. Must coordinate through them...no guerilla-style wedding tactics lol

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I feel like this maybe a stupid question, but is there any chance that this lighthouse handicap accessible part or all the way to the too?

Delta Newhouse | Jul 3, 2020
SkyDreamer | Jul 4, 2020

No, you can not go to the top of the Lighthouse if you are on a wheelchair. On crutches, it would be hard. There is no elevator

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can you get there by the trolley

Jean Tyler | Jul 3, 2020
rachel wilmot | Jul 4, 2020

We drove over too

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Any elevator for disabled?

Evelyn Mark | Jul 3, 2020
Anna Heise | Jul 4, 2020

The lighthouse campus has numerous new buildings all of which are accessible to both Wheelchairs and scooters in addition the first floor of the lightkeeper's house is also accessible. The lighthouse does not have an elevator it has 219 steps

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Clear amobia no spill it

Bernard Shadrawy | Jul 3, 2020
bbocook | Jul 4, 2020

Very clear amobia, and so expensive it would indeed be tragic to spill it !

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How many steps does the lighthouse have

Tami Bennett | Jul 4, 2019
elba rosa mucci zuccalmaglio | Jul 5, 2019

219 steps more or less. But is so beatiful the view un the top!!!

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How much does it cost for the lighthouse?

Tawanna Watts | Jul 4, 2019
Jennifer Slimani | Jul 5, 2019

I believe it was $12 and that includes access to the lighthouse, keepers house and all the ground buildings. The lighthouse is 219 steps to the top

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Can I park a RV?

Flavia Marreiros | Jul 4, 2019
Darren Fichter | Jul 5, 2019

I don't think so , maybe near by and walk to it.

Is place to park a RV?

Flavia Marreiros | Jul 4, 2019
Jan Lach | Jul 5, 2019

No. Very small parking lot and no room for an RV

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Are they open on thanksgiving day

Luz Figueroa | Jul 4, 2019
kimberly King | Jul 5, 2019

No, nor Christmas Day.

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How many steps are there at St. Augustine Light house, I just done the Ponce Inlet Lighthouse tour 203 steps done it one time my legs where burning for 3 days

j,r lemAR | Jul 4, 2019
Allison Elledge | Jul 5, 2019

There are 219 steps, and that includes the base. But there are 8 landings if I remember correctly, on which you can rest. It's worth it, really, just take your time. Afterwards, relax at the Cafe.

How many people does the light house hold

Kim Vanaman | Jul 4, 2019
jeanne hueting | Jul 5, 2019

Not sure, but when I wad there, there were about 50 people in and around the lighthouse

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what is the cost to climb the lighthouse?

Broadstreet Support | Jul 4, 2019
Juli Ginn | Jul 5, 2019

$10 not only to climb the lighthouse but to also just get in past the gift shop onto the main grounds. I was just there and it is definitely $10 to climb. Wore my husband out and he is fit. But he said it was well worth it and my grandsons also liked it.

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What are the Prices ?

laurence cornelius | Jul 4, 2019
Jim Morrocco | Jul 5, 2019

I believe adults are 12.50. It is not a lot compared to other entertainment options.

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Is the lighthouse open at 3am because I want to make a 3am ghost hunt video

Elisha Murley | Jul 4, 2018
Christina christina | Jul 5, 2018

No they're not open at that time maybe you can give him a call and arrange something

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What is it made out of

Audrey Holder | Jul 4, 2018
Richard Varn | Jul 5, 2018

The lighthouse is constructed with brick, starting with a thick base and tapering thinner as the lighthouse gets taller. It features iron reinforcement through the walls, as well as iron stairs.

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Can you spend the night there?

Tina Pietrus | Jul 4, 2018
Virgil Sentel | Jul 5, 2018

No, its just a museum

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The entrance you have to pay ?? How much

Margeorie Cruz | Jul 4, 2018
Livan Pereira | Jul 5, 2018

If you pay $ 12.50 for adults and $ 10 for children 5 and up.

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Is it a good place to see tomorrow's rocket launch?

Jack Ward | Jul 4, 2018
Sanjeela Saima | Jul 5, 2018

Probably not the right place, because of distance. Great idea though

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How much is it to get in? Is this the light house that has ghost tour?

Betty Carte' | Jul 4, 2018
Jorge Enrique Gonzalez | Jul 5, 2018

I belive was 20.00

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What is Day Mark and Night Mark terms for the lighthouse

Cliff Shields | Jul 4, 2018
Veronica Patricia Filipone | Jul 5, 2018

They close at 7 at this time if the year...

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Do you have to purchase admission if you want to just stop by for a few minures to take photos of the exterior? I'll have my dog with me and I know pets aren't allowed. Thanks!

Jess Vallance | Jul 4, 2018
Michael Phillips | Jul 5, 2018

You can stop out side of the light house but you cant go on to the grounds unless you pay you can get done good photos of it

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Is this a dog friendly place to visit?

Jess Vallance | Jul 4, 2018
Katie Rodriguez | Jul 5, 2018

No pets are allowed

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How tall do you have to be

Rafael Garcia | Jul 4, 2018
Judith Garcia | Jul 5, 2018

To visit the museum there is no restriction. Must be 44 inches to climb the lighthouse.

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How far is it from Palm coast

Brian Gross | Jul 4, 2018
Deniz Ballero | Jul 5, 2018

40 minutes?

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