St. Augustine Self-Guided (GPS) Audio Walking Tour, Florida - African American tour of the Nation's Oldest City
Places: 14 POIs
Distance: 0.86 mi
Duration: 45m
GPS-guided narration through
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Tour #661
About this English self-guided 45m walking tour in St. Augustine
Hi My name is Robin Harris. I will be your tour guide. This tour will inform you of the contributions and struggles of African people. I will enhance the narrative concerning the African and Indigenous residents of Colonial St. Augustine and we will also examine the Civil Rights Era and actions that took place in the Nation’s Oldest City—St. Augustine. (Parking can be found at 79 Bridge Street or 79-99 Granada)
Quaint. Charming. Eclectic. The Spanish Culture grabs you as you explore the streets of the Oldest City. St. Augustine holds many stories, secrets, tears, records and bloodshed. Let’s get started
- 1For the best experience, begin at the tour's recommended starting point and follow the stops in order.
- 2Want to start somewhere else? Simply use Start At on the tour screen, before tapping Start Tour, to begin from any stop.
- 3Need to detour or skip a stop along the way? Tap Tour Assistant (
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) to use Force Play, Skip, and Back, for full flexibility.
) to use Force Play, Skip, and Back, for full flexibility.
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Places (POIs) visited during this tour
Place #1
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Recommended Starting Point
Distance: 0.10mi
, Attraction : Museum
79 Bridge St, St. Augustine, FL 32084, USA
Civil Rights Museum
St. Augustine was where slavery started. It began right here. The first slaves came with Pedro Menendez in 1565. The announcement of slavery ending was also proclaimed here. But what most don’t know is that it was NOT because of Abraham Lincoln that slavery ended. 100 years of “Gullah Wars” that forced the country to deal with slavery on a political level. Blacks joined forces with Indigenous Tribes to fight White supremacy and Colonialism. The Gullah Wars pressured the North to end slavery. After the Civil War, many blacks settled here in St. Augustine in what is now known as Lincolnville. Before it was Lincolnville (named after Abraham Lincoln) it was called “little Africa.” Now let’s move to St. Augustine 1960’s. It was a horrific time for black people! Because of the tragedies, lack of equal rights, etc The Civil Rights Movement was birthed here. The building you see @ 79 Bridge street is known as the Civil Rights Museum. The Father of the CR Movement was Dr. Robert Hayling, who was an activist and dentist. This building also served as his dental office. Conditions were so poor for black residents Dr. Hayling called on Dr. King to devise a plan for Civil Rights. On this very street Dr. King spent many nights and days. He also had to be moved from house to house to hide out
because the Klan and some white residents did not want him here.
because the Klan and some white residents did not want him here.
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Place #2
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Distance: 0.10mi
, Attraction : Cinema
74 Bridge St, St. Augustine, FL 32084, USA
Corazon Cinema
Corazon Cinema was around for years but it didn’t survive the Pandemic.
Tour itinerary stops | Additional places you'll see on this self-guided tour
Place 1
Civil Rights Museum
Place 2
Corazon Cinema
Place 3
The Lightern Museum
Place 4
Casa Monica Hotel
Place 5
Governor's House and Cultural Center
Place 6
Historic Public Market
Place 7
Foot Soldiers Monument
Place 8
Woolworth Counter Sit-In
Place 9
Aviles Street
Place 10
Sons of St. Augustine Monument
Place 11
Charlotte St
Place 12
Ponce De Leon Statue
Place 13
Treasury Street
Place 14
Historic Bayfront
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Have any questions about this tour? Or a general travel / self-guided tours question? That's completely natural
+ How long does this tour take?
Most travelers complete this tour in approximately 0.5 to 1 hours, depending on pace, time spent at each stop, and optional detours. Having said that, please remember that self-guided tours are extremly flexible (you can start, pause, continue anytime) and everyone has their own pace.
+ What does this tour include?
This self-guided walking tour includes 14 stops, covering top attractions such as Civil Rights Museum, Corazon Cinema, The Lightern Museum, Casa Monica Hotel, Governor's House and Cultural Center.
+ Where does the tour start?
The tour starts at Civil Rights Museum (Address: 79 Bridge St, St. Augustine, FL 32084, USA). You can begin the tour there or join from any stop along the route.
+ What type of tour is this?
This is a self-guided walking tour designed to be completed on foot through walkable areas and city highlights.
+ Can I do this tour at my own pace?
Yes, this is a self-guided walking tour, so you can start anytime and explore at your own pace. You can pause, skip stops, or spend more time at places that interest you. You can even split it into multiple days. Explore however feels right for you.
+ Is this a walkable tour?
Yes, this tour is fully walkable and designed to follow a comfortable route through pedestrian-friendly areas.
+ Do I need anything in order to take the tour?
There is one thing that you need - A mobile phone (with the UCPlaces app installed and active location services, and a cellular data plan with a decent signal for downloading the tour) and comfortable walking shoes! But here are some recommendations for a great experience: 1. Make sure your phone is fully charged and bring a mobile charger/battery. 2. Bring earphones for the best experience. 3. Bring a bottle of water and dress appropriately according to the weather forecast.
+ How will I navigate from point to point during the tour?
The tour uses GPS-based navigation through the UCPlaces app, with automatic audio playback and step-by-step directions between stops. Just follow the route (cross streets carefully using crosswalks) and listen to the audio guide. Use the resume feature to continue the from where you recently stopped (or closed the app). Easily skip or go back to stops.
+ Is this tour suitable for families or groups?
Yes, self-guided tours are ideal for families and small groups, allowing everyone to explore comfortably without being tied to a fixed schedule.
+ What makes a self-guided tour better than a guided tour?
Self-guided tours are more flexible, affordable, and personalized. You can avoid crowds, choose your pace, and focus on the stops that interest you most.
+ I installed the app and it's now asking for GPS and media access permissions, why?
The app is your tour-guide, it needs to know where you are located on the map to be able to trigger the points of interest. It also needs access to audio and media files to provide you with this experience.
+ What happens if there are unexpected roadblocks or navigation issues?
We have been working hard to deliver a great experience. Though you may run into unexpected obstacles (the world is constantly changing), our app has multiple features and mechanisms in place to help you overcome them, including: AI assistance, force play an audio if you can't reach the stop, skip or return to stops, automatic rerouting and more.
+ Can I take the tour in my language?
Though all of our tours are primarily in English, many tours are muyltilingual (including: Spanish, German, Portuguese, French, Japanese, Hebrew, French, Arabic and more...). The tour language options depend on the specific tour - You can easily check which languages are available in the tour screen!