Sunset Boat Cruise in St. Augustine
Cruise the Matanzas River at sunset for Bridge of Lions views
Duration
1 Hour
Includes
Guided tour, scenic views
Highlights
End your day with a 1-hour guided sunset boat tour around downtown St. Augustine. Cruise the Matanzas River and Inlet for skyline views, including the Bridge of Lions and Castillo de San Marcos.
- Ride a 1-hour guided boat tour around the Matanzas River and Inlet
- See views of downtown St. Augustine from the water
- Spot the Bridge of Lions and Castillo de San Marcos
- Bring your own refreshments, including alcoholic beverages
- Arrive at least 15 minutes early since boats depart on time
- Reschedule with less than 24 hours’ notice for a $10 per ticket fee
What's Included
- Guided tour
Things to know
Tour times vary based on the time of sunset. Anyone who appears intoxicated may be denied boarding without a refund.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel 24+ hours before departure for a full refund. Reschedule 24+ hours before at no extra charge. Reschedule with less than 24 hours’ notice: $10 per ticket fee (must rebook at least 2 hours prior). No-shows are charged full price and cannot reschedule or get a refund.
FAQs
Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled departure. The boat leaves exactly on time and will not wait; if you miss departure, you will be marked a no-show and charged full price with no refund or reschedule.
Yes. Bring your own beverage or snack, including alcoholic beverages. Please drink responsibly since the tour is family friendly.
Yes. If the captain believes you appear intoxicated, you will not be permitted to board and you will not receive a refund.
Meeting details
St. Augustine, FL
Meet St. Augustine Boat Tours
St. Augustine Boat Tours offers a front-row seat to the nation’s oldest city and its wild coastal beauty. Glide across Matanzas Bay and the Intracoastal Waterway on comfortable, Coast Guard-inspected vessels with welcoming local captains who weave history, ecology, and a touch of storytelling into every cruise. Keep an eye out for dolphins, osprey, and the occasional manatee, or simply watch the sunset splash color over the skyline. With small group sizes, customizable charters, and a fair-weather guarantee, each voyage feels relaxed, personal, and authentically St. Augustine.
More about the Bridge of Lions
The Bridge of Lions rises over the Matanzas River in St. Augustine like a postcard come to life, its twin Mediterranean Revival towers and famous marble lion sentinels guarding one of Florida's most photographed waterways. Gliding beneath this iconic 1927 landmark by boat offers a perspective few visitors get, watching the arched spans frame the historic skyline of the nation's oldest city as the sun begins its slow descent. A sunset cruise along the Matanzas places the Bridge of Lions at the heart of the journey, where centuries of maritime history meet golden hour light reflecting off the water.
As the boat drifts toward the Bridge of Lions, the city's coquina forts, weathered church steeples, and palm-lined waterfront come into view, each detail softened by the warm evening palette. You may spot dolphins rolling near the pilings, pelicans drafting low across the river, and the lamps along the bridge flickering to life as dusk settles in. The breeze off the Matanzas carries a salty calm, and from the open deck you can hear the gentle wash against the hull while taking in the architectural details of the Bridge of Lions up close, from its decorative balustrades to the proud marble lions watching over the channel. Compared to viewing the bridge on foot, the water-level vantage transforms it into a living monument framed by sky and tide.
This sunset cruise near the Bridge of Lions is perfect for couples seeking a romantic evening on the water, photographers chasing that magic hour glow, families looking for a relaxed way to take in St. Augustine, and history lovers who want to feel the layered story of the Matanzas River unfold around them. Whether you are celebrating a special occasion or simply slowing down to savor Florida's coastal beauty, sailing beneath the Bridge of Lions at sunset is the kind of memory that lingers long after the lights of St. Augustine fade into the night.
