St. Augustine’s Booze & Boos Haunted Pub Crawl

Ghost stories taste better with a cocktail. St. Augustine’s Booze & Boos Haunted Pub Crawl mixes local history, documented hauntings, and three planned drinking stops in a compact evening walk through the old city. I like the focus on actual building histories, and I like that guides such as Holly, Misty, and Scott have made the experience personal with humor, local detail, and plenty of room for questions. The small maximum of 20 people also helps.

The main catch is consistency. The advertised experience lasts about 1 hour 45 minutes and includes three pubs, but some outings have lasted only an hour and 15 minutes and visited two pubs. Since drinks cost extra, that shorter version makes the $36 price harder to justify.

Key Points Before You Book

• Three planned drinking stops: Sangrias Wine and Tapas Bar, The Tini Martini Bar, and A1A Ale Works Restaurant & Taproom form the drinking backbone of the walk.

• Ghost stories tied to real buildings: The route includes Casa de la Paz and Cathedral Place Office Building, where the guide explains specific deaths, sightings, and strange events.

• Drinks are not included: You choose and pay for your own drinks, which gives you control over price and style but adds to the evening’s cost.

• A small group can change the feel: The maximum is 20 people, and some tours have operated with only two or four people.

• Strong guide-dependent experience: Holly, Misty, and Scott have all been praised for humor, storytelling, local advice, and keeping the evening interesting.

• A 6 p.m. start: The early evening timing works well for a night out, but you should plan around the possibility that the tour may finish earlier than scheduled.

What You Are Paying For at $36

The price is $36 per person, before drinks and gratuity. That fee pays for the guide, the historical research, and the storytelling. It does not cover cocktails, wine, beer, food, or a tip.

At the full advertised length, the price is fair if you enjoy guided history and want your drinks paired with stories about the buildings around you. You are not simply paying to walk between bars. The point is the interpretation: why one old structure is said to be haunted, what happened there, and how the building’s past shaped its reputation.

Still, you should calculate the full evening cost before booking. A drink at each of the three stops can quickly add more than the admission itself. The freedom to choose your own drink is useful if you prefer a modest beer or a single glass of wine, but it is less attractive if you expect a package with drinks included.

The value drops sharply if the experience runs only 75 minutes and reaches just two pubs. That is not a minor change. A pub crawl built around three stops needs enough time for the walk, the story at each place, and a relaxed drink. I would book with the understanding that the route and timing may not always match the plan.

Starting at Carrera Street at 6 p.m.

The meeting point is 8 Carrera Street in St. Augustine, Florida. The activity begins at 6 p.m. and returns to the same meeting point at the end.

That central start makes the tour easy to pair with a later dinner or another evening plan, at least when the full schedule runs. You do not need to arrange a second pickup point or figure out where the walk ends. Near public transportation is another practical plus.

The route is conducted in English and uses a mobile ticket. Confirmation is sent within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability. The activity allows service animals, and most people can participate.

Bring a little flexibility to your evening. A tour that ends around 7:45 p.m. fits neatly before dinner, while an earlier finish around 7 p.m. leaves you with extra time in town. That earlier ending can be useful, but it is frustrating if you paid for the longer experience and planned your evening around it.

Sangrias Wine and Tapas Bar: The First Taste of St. Augustine’s Dark Side

The first pub stop is Sangrias Wine and Tapas Bar, where the guide discusses the history of the building and the unsettling events connected with it. The planned visit lasts about 30 minutes.

This is a good opening because the guide can establish the tone before the route moves on. You get local history with your first drink, rather than a string of unrelated ghost stories. The setting also suits the social part of the experience, since wine, tapas, and conversation give the group a natural way to settle in.

Your drink is your responsibility. You can buy something at the bar, but the admission fee does not cover it. If you want to keep the total cost down, this is a good place to order something simple and save room for a later cocktail.

The key question is how much time the guide spends inside the bar. A full 30-minute stop should feel substantial, especially if the story connects the building’s past with reported incidents. A shortened visit, on the other hand, can make the first stop feel like a quick introduction rather than one of the main attractions.

Casa de la Paz: A Haunted House in the Middle of the Route

Between the drinking stops, the guide brings the group to Casa de la Paz. It is presented as one of the most haunted houses in St. Augustine, with the guide explaining the building’s past and why it has such a strong reputation for paranormal activity.

This is one of the more important parts of the walk because it gives you a break from the bar setting. The experience is not only about ordering drinks. These outdoor or street-side storytelling moments connect the pubs to the city’s older buildings and help give the route a sense of place.

The guide also answers questions here, which can make a big difference. Holly was praised for keeping the subject interesting, while Scott was noted for giving extra time to questions and sharing additional local recommendations after the tour. If your group is small, you may get more of this back-and-forth.

Do keep your expectations sensible. The tour offers stories based on actual experiences and researched history, but it does not promise proof of ghosts or a theatrical haunted-house production. You are paying for interpretation and atmosphere, not special effects.

The Tini Martini Bar and the History of the Cocktail

The second drinking stop is The Tini Martini Bar. Here, the guide shifts from haunted buildings to cocktail culture, explaining what makes a good cocktail and how martinis and other drinks have shaped the old city.

That change of subject keeps the walk from becoming repetitive. You get a lesson in the drink itself, then hear more stories while having a chance to order something. If you enjoy cocktails, this may be the most tailored stop on the route.

Again, the drink is not included. The bar gives you choice, but you should not arrive assuming that the $36 covers a martini. Ask about prices before ordering if you are watching your budget.

The strongest guides appear to make this part lively rather than formal. Misty was praised for humor and a pleasant manner, and that kind of personality matters here. A cocktail explanation can feel flat if delivered as a lecture. With the right guide, it becomes a social pause that adds character to the evening.

Cathedral Place Office Building: An Unlikely Haunted Site

The Cathedral Place Office Building is an especially interesting stop because it is not presented as an obviously spooky structure. It is an ordinary-looking office building connected with several hauntings, including the story of a bank worker who plunged to the ground.

The guide shares accounts associated with people who work in the building, along with details described as documented. That makes this stop different from a standard ghost tale told only for effect. The tension comes from the setting: a normal workplace with a disturbing past.

This is also where the tour’s balance between history and entertainment matters most. The story should give you a reason to look at an otherwise easy-to-ignore building. You may not find the location visually dramatic, but the contrast is part of its appeal.

A1A Ale Works: A Final Toast on Older Ground

The last planned pub stop is A1A Ale Works Restaurant & Taproom. The guide discusses the site’s connection to the 1600s, then shares personal accounts of unexplained encounters while the group has another drink.

This stop works as a closing chapter because it returns the group to food, drink, and conversation after the more unsettling buildings. The personal stories also give the guide room to add something beyond prepared historical facts. That is one reason the best outings feel different from a basic scripted walk.

A1A Ale Works is also where the three-stop structure earns its keep. By this point, you have had history, a haunted house, cocktail talk, and an office building with a grim story. The final pub gives the evening a social finish instead of ending on a single frightening anecdote.

But this is the stop most affected by scheduling problems. If the tour ends early or only reaches two pubs, A1A Ale Works may be skipped. Since it is part of the promised route, losing it changes both the drinking and storytelling balance.

The Guides Matter More Than the Ghosts

This is a guide-led experience, and the guide can make or break it. Holly has been praised for keeping the stories interesting. Misty has been described as funny, warm, and well prepared. Scott received strong praise for continuing despite poor weather and for offering ideas for drinks and dinner afterward.

Those details tell you what to look for. The best version of this tour is not a frightened crowd being marched from bar to bar. It is a small group walking with a friendly local storyteller who can explain the history, handle questions, and adjust the pace.

Small groups can be a real advantage. The maximum is 20 people, but some outings have had only two or four participants. That can make the evening feel almost private, with more chances to ask about the buildings and the city.

A small group is not guaranteed, of course. If you prefer a lively crowd, the experience may feel quieter than expected. If you value conversation and personal attention, the smaller format is a major plus.

Timing Problems You Should Take Seriously

The listed duration is approximately 1 hour 45 minutes, with each pub stop planned for about 30 minutes. The overall route includes three drinking locations and additional storytelling stops.

Some outings have not matched that plan. The tour has ended 30 minutes early and visited only two pubs. Another scheduled outing was canceled while the group was arriving in town, creating a serious problem for anyone who had driven an hour to attend.

These are not reasons to dismiss the experience entirely, especially since other outings have been warm, personal, and well received. They are reasons to avoid building a nonrefundable dinner reservation or long-distance travel plan around the exact finish time.

The free cancellation policy helps if your plans change. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes within 24 hours are not refunded or accepted.

Who Will Enjoy This Haunted Pub Crawl?

I would choose this tour if you like local history, casual walking, ghost stories, and the social ritual of stopping for a drink. It suits couples, friends, and small groups looking for an easy evening activity rather than a serious paranormal investigation.

It is also a good match if you enjoy hearing how ordinary buildings gained their reputations. Casa de la Paz and Cathedral Place Office Building offer more context than a simple list of famous haunted places.

You may want to skip it if you need a tightly managed schedule, included drinks, or a guaranteed three-pub route. The price is harder to defend when the experience finishes early. You should also reconsider if you are making a long drive solely for this activity, since a cancellation or shortened route would have a bigger effect on your plans.

Should You Book St. Augustine’s Booze & Boos Crawl?

Book it if you value the guide and the stories more than the alcohol itself. At $36, the full version can be a pleasant way to see St. Augustine after dark, especially with a strong guide such as Holly, Misty, or Scott and a small group.

Before paying, accept three facts: drinks are extra, the actual group may be very small, and the evening has not always delivered the full 1 hour 45 minutes or all three pubs. If you can live with that flexibility, this is a fun history walk with a drink in hand. If you need reliable timing and a guaranteed pub crawl, choose a more structured activity.

FAQ

How much does the Booze & Boos Haunted Pub Crawl cost?

The tour costs $36 per person. Drinks and gratuity for the guide are not included.

How long does the tour last?

The planned duration is approximately 1 hour 45 minutes. Some outings have finished earlier, including one that ended after about 1 hour 15 minutes.

Where does the tour start and finish?

It starts at 8 Carrera Street, St. Augustine, Florida 32084, at 6 p.m. The activity ends back at the meeting point.

Which pubs are included in the planned route?

The planned stops are Sangrias Wine and Tapas Bar, The Tini Martini Bar, and A1A Ale Works Restaurant & Taproom. Some outings have visited only two pubs.

Are drinks included in the ticket price?

No. You buy your own drinks at each stop, giving you freedom to choose what and how much you order.

How large can the group be?

The activity has a maximum of 20 people. Some outings have had only two or four participants.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made within 24 hours are not accepted and are not refunded.