St. Augustine’s Booze & Boos Haunted Pub Crawl

Ghost stories taste better with a drink in hand. St. Augustine’s Booze & Boos Haunted Pub Crawl mixes old-city history, documented hauntings, and stops at three downtown drinking spots. I like the way the tour uses real buildings rather than treating the city as a backdrop, and I like that your drinks remain your choice, so you are not locked into a pricey package. The main concern is consistency: some recent tours appear to have visited only two pubs and finished about 30 minutes early.

The strongest part of the experience is the guide. Misty, Holly, and Scott each received warm praise for their humor, storytelling, and care with small groups. I also appreciate the modest $36 price, but it is only a good deal if the full 1 hour 45 minute route and three pub stops take place. Drinks and gratuity cost extra, so budget accordingly.

Key Points Before You Book

• Three historic drinking stops: Sangrias Wine and Tapas Bar, The Tini Martini Bar, and A1A Ale Works Restaurant & Taproom are planned stops.
• Real hauntings, not just spooky decoration: Stories include a haunted house, a bank worker’s fatal fall, and unexplained encounters tied to old buildings.
• Drinks are not included: You buy what you want at each bar, giving you control over price and taste.
• Small-group potential: The maximum group size is 20, and some departures have had only two to four people.
• Starts at 6:00 pm: Meet at 8 Carrera Street, then return to that same point at the end.
• Check the final timing: Some outings lasted less than the advertised 105 minutes and skipped one pub.

Why This St. Augustine Pub Crawl Works

St. Augustine is a natural place for a haunted pub walk. Its old streets and layered past give the guide plenty to work with, and this tour links stories to actual buildings where you stop for a drink. That makes it more satisfying than a basic bar hop with a few ghost jokes added on.

You are not simply walking from one bar to another. At each stop, the guide connects the building to local history, then tells stories about strange events tied to the site. The tone seems to sit between historical walking tour and casual night out. You should expect entertainment first, with history and documented accounts helping give the stories some weight.

The planned running time is about 1 hour 45 minutes. That is long enough for three short stops without taking over your whole evening. You can keep dinner plans afterward, though the experience may feel short if your departure ends early or loses a pub stop.

The group limit is 20 people. That is large enough to create a social evening but still manageable on foot. The best reports came from departures with very small groups, including one with only two people and another with four. In that setting, the guide could answer questions freely and adjust the pace.

Starting at Sangrias Wine and Tapas Bar

The first planned stop is Sangrias Wine and Tapas Bar. You receive an introduction to the historic building, followed by stories about unsettling events connected with the bar and its surroundings. The scheduled time here is about 30 minutes.

That first stop matters because it sets the format for the evening. You get a drink, listen to the guide, and learn how St. Augustine’s past feeds the ghost stories. If you enjoy atmosphere and conversation more than rapid bar hopping, this is a good opening.

You buy your own drink, and that is useful. You might choose a sangria, wine, or another available drink, but the supplied details do not promise a particular beverage or tasting. The freedom is practical for mixed groups, since one person might want a full drink while another prefers something lighter.

The possible drawback is pace. Three stops in 105 minutes does not leave much room for lingering. If you hope to order food, finish a large drink, and take in a long story at every pub, the schedule may feel tight.

Casa de la Paz and Its Haunted Reputation

Between the drinking stops, the route includes Casa de la Paz, described as one of the most haunted houses in St. Augustine. This is a story stop rather than a listed pub stop, so you should not expect to order a drink there.

The guide explains the building’s past and the reasons it has gained such a strong haunted reputation. The focus is on actual accounts and the question of why this site is considered so active. That gives the walk a useful change of pace after the first bar.

This is also where the tour’s storytelling style matters most. A good guide can turn a building exterior into a scene you remember, while a weak presentation might leave you standing on the pavement waiting for the next bar. The strongest guide feedback came from people who enjoyed the humor and detail of the narration, so the person leading your departure will shape this portion heavily.

Cocktails and Old-City Stories at The Tini Martini Bar

The second planned pub stop is The Tini Martini Bar. Here, the guide discusses what makes a good cocktail and uses martinis as a way to talk about drinking culture in the old city. The planned time is another 30 minutes.

This stop adds variety. Sangrias opens the evening with wine and tapas, while The Tini Martini Bar shifts the subject toward cocktails. You can order your own drink and listen to stories about how cocktails and martinis became part of St. Augustine’s social life.

The guide is described as an expert drinkologist for this part of the tour. That does not mean you receive a cocktail lesson or a drink included in the price. It means the stop is built around drink talk, local stories, and the chance to sip something while the guide keeps the group engaged.

For value, this stop is important. At $36, the tour price pays for the guide, research, and storytelling, not the beverages. If you order a drink at each stop, your final bill can rise quickly. I would treat the $36 as an admission fee for the guided experience, then set a separate drink budget.

Cathedral Place and a Chilling Office-Building Story

Cathedral Place Office Building is an unexpected setting. It is described as an ordinary-looking office building with a history of hauntings, including the story of a bank worker who plunged to the ground.

This kind of stop can be more effective than a famous haunted attraction. You are looking at a working building rather than a staged exhibit, and the stories are tied to accounts from people who work there. The guide explains the reported events and gives the group a chance to ask questions.

The details supplied do not state that you enter the office building. You should plan to hear about it from outside or from a nearby public area, rather than assume an interior visit. That is a small but important distinction if you expect access to every site.

The stop also shows the tour’s broader idea: St. Augustine’s ghost stories are not limited to cemeteries or old homes. The route uses homes, bars, and offices, which keeps the evening from feeling like the same haunted-house tale repeated three times.

A1A Ale Works and the Final Pub Stop

The third planned drinking stop is A1A Ale Works Restaurant & Taproom. The building sits on a site dating to the 1600s, giving the guide another chance to connect present-day dining with the city’s earlier years.

Here, you can order a beer or another drink while hearing personal stories of unexplained encounters. The personal accounts add a different note from the earlier building history. Instead of only discussing what happened long ago, the guide brings the story closer to the present.

This final stop should give the tour a satisfying finish. You have moved through three different drinking settings, heard about several haunted sites, and had time to ask questions along the way. If the full route operates as planned, A1A Ale Works is what makes this a pub crawl rather than a haunted walk with one drink stop.

That distinction is important because the biggest complaint concerned the number of pubs. Some departures reportedly stopped at only two bars and ended around 7:00 pm, even though the advertised timing ran from roughly 5:45 or 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. If you are booking mainly for three drinks and three bar settings, confirm the current route and timing before you commit.

The Guides Make the Biggest Difference

The guide quality appears to be the tour’s strongest asset. Misty was praised for being funny, personable, and well prepared. Holly earned similar praise for keeping the stories interesting, and a small group with her found the experience especially personal.

Scott also made a strong impression during a departure held despite poor weather. With only two people on the tour, he offered ghost stories, local history, and suggestions for drinks and dinner after the walk. That kind of extra local advice can be worth a lot when you are deciding where to spend the rest of your evening.

The guide names are useful, but they do not guarantee who will lead your departure. The experience provider is Old City Ghosts By US Ghost Adventures, and the guide assigned to your date may vary. I would book this for the chance to hear a good local storyteller, not because one particular guide is promised.

The maximum group size is 20. A full group may feel less personal than the tiny departures described above, but the limit keeps the gathering from becoming unwieldy. Service animals are allowed, and most people can participate.

Is $36 a Fair Price?

The $36 fee is reasonable if you value a guided evening and the full route runs as described. You are paying for a local guide, researched history, and stories based on actual experiences. You are not paying for drinks, food, or gratuity.

That arrangement has one clear benefit: you control the cost of your evening. You can order a modest drink at each stop, skip a second round, or choose something that suits you. It is more flexible than a tour that builds expensive drinks into the ticket.

The value becomes weaker if the tour is shortened. Losing 30 minutes and one pub changes the experience from a three-stop crawl into a brief haunted walk with two drinks. Since the overall rating is 3.8 from 11 ratings, the experience appears appealing but not perfectly consistent.

I would budget $36 for the tour, extra money for drinks, and a tip for the guide. If you are comparing it with a standard ghost walk, remember that this one gives you bar access and a social evening. If you are comparing it with a pub crawl, remember that the storytelling and history are the main product.

Timing, Meeting Point, and Evening Planning

The meeting point is 8 Carrera Street in St. Augustine. The stated start time is 6:00 pm, and the walk returns to the same meeting point. The activity is near public transportation, which helps if you do not want to drive into the historic center.

Confirmation is sent within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability. Because the tour has had cancellation problems in at least one case, I would avoid building an expensive, nonrefundable dinner or show immediately around it until your booking is confirmed.

The standard cancellation rule allows a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Changes or cancellations inside that 24-hour window are not accepted for a refund.

Since the tour ends back at the starting point, you can arrange dinner nearby afterward. One guide has provided food and drink suggestions at the end, but those recommendations are not guaranteed on every departure.

Who Will Enjoy This Experience Most?

I would choose this tour if you like ghost stories but also want a relaxed night out. It suits couples, friends, and small groups who enjoy hearing local tales while ordering their own drinks.

It is also a good match for people who prefer history with a little humor. The best guide reports describe a warm, entertaining style rather than a grim lecture. You should be ready to walk between stops, stand during some story sections, and listen closely in busy public places.

I would be cautious if you need a strict schedule. The reported early endings and missing pub stop are the largest problems here. I would also skip it if your main goal is a serious historical tour, since the ghost stories and bar time are central to the format.

A small group can make this experience much better. If you happen to be on a departure with only a few people, you may get more questions answered and more personal attention. A larger group may still be fun, but it could feel less intimate.

Final Verdict: Book It With One Timing Check

St. Augustine’s Booze & Boos Haunted Pub Crawl has a smart idea behind it: connect real buildings, local history, and three casual drinking stops in one compact evening. The praised guides, especially Misty, Holly, and Scott, show how much a strong storyteller can add.

I would book it if you want a social ghost walk and are comfortable paying separately for drinks. Before booking, confirm that the current departure includes all three planned pubs and the full 1 hour 45 minute schedule. That one check protects you from the main weakness reported about this experience.

FAQ

Where does the Booze & Boos Haunted Pub Crawl start?

The tour starts at 8 Carrera Street, St. Augustine, Florida 32084.

What time does the tour begin?

The stated start time is 6:00 pm.

How long does the tour last?

The planned duration is approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.

Where does the tour end?

The activity ends back at the meeting point.

Which pubs are included?

The planned drinking stops are Sangrias Wine and Tapas Bar, The Tini Martini Bar, and A1A Ale Works Restaurant & Taproom.

Are drinks included in the ticket price?

No. You buy your own drinks at the stops.

Is gratuity included?

No. Gratuity for the guide is not included.

How much does the tour cost?

The listed price is $36 per person.

How many people can join the tour?

The maximum group size is 20 people.

What language is the tour offered in?

The tour is offered in English.