Wicked St. Augustine: Bootleggers, Brothels & Gambling in the Ancient City

Wicked St. Augustine: Bootleggers, Brothels & Gambling in the Ancient City

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About This Experience in St Augustine

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.

Why Visit St Augustine?

St Augustine, USA offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, St Augustine provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to St Augustine

You can reach St Augustine, USA by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. From the airport, you can take a taxi, rideshare service (Uber, Lyft), or public transportation to reach the city center. Many hotels also offer shuttle services, and rental cars are widely available for exploring the area.

What's Included

  • Guided narrative of the illicit activites that took place in the 'family friendly' tourist town'

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • 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

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

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

Guide will meet guests at the fountain in the front courtyard of the Lightner Museum in between the museum and Flagler College.

End Point

From here guests will hear stories of gambling halls, speak easies and boarding houses (which

Guide will meet guests at the fountain in the front courtyard of the Lightner Museum in between the museum and Flagler College.

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

The courtyard in front of the old Alcazar... 10 minutes

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.

Location of the old Ponce de Leon Hotel, built by Henry Flagler 10 minutes

Location of the old Ponce de Leon Hotel, built by Henry Flagler. This was the epitome of luxury and decadence during the Gilded Age.

Here the stories of the private clubs that... 10 minutes

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.

From here guests will hear stories of gambling... 10 minutes

From here guests will hear stories of gambling halls, speak easies and boarding houses (which were code in the day for brothels).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy?

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Is this tour suitable for all ages?

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