Governor's House Cultural Center and Museum Tours and Activities
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The historic Governor's House Cultural Center and Museum has played many roles in the state of Florida since being built more than 400 years ago. During the colonial period of the 16th century, it served as the official residence and offices of the Spanish governors of Florida. The mansion was then rebuilt in 1710 after being destroyed by British forces. British governors of East Florida ruled from the structure during the American Revolutionary War, often throwing lavish parties. In 1821, history was made here when the Spanish governor turned over the control of Florida to the United States.
Once a part of the new nation, it served as a U.S. post office, courthouse, and customs building before opening as a museum in 1991. The structure itself holds centuries of history, though its exhibits go into further detail the significance of the house and the area. Many archaeological artifacts, including Spanish gold and Native American canoes, tell the stories of the multiculturalism that influenced Florida and St. Augustine as it is today.
Practical Info
The Government House can be found on King Street in St. Augustine, beside the Plaza de la Constitución. The museum is located on the first floor. Managed by the University of Florida, it is open daily from 10 am to 5 pm and is free of charge.
Address: 48 King St, St Augustine, Florida, USA, USA
Hours: Open daily 10am-5pm
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Explore the best of St Augustine on this narrated Old Town trolley tour. See more than 100 points of interest such as the Old Jail, Flagler College, and Spanish Colonial neighborhoods. Discover more about America’s oldest city, founded in 1565 by Pedro Menendez de Aviles, from your friendly and informative conductor who shares interesting narration about St. Augustine's history.
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
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Discover St Augustine: Attractions Pass with Hop-On Hop-Off
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Explore the best that St Augustine has to offer with admission to three historic attractions plus a hop-on hop-off trolley tour of the city. Visit the Old Jail, the St Augustine History Museum and the Oldest Store Museum Experience, plus more than 100 other points of interest among the city’s top attractions. Board the trolley at any of the 22 stops. It's a great way to see everything St Augustine has to offer.
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St. Augustine's Not Just A Chocolate Tour
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Chocolate. Pralines. Do we need to say more?! Have a sweet time winding your way through historic downtown on our Not Just a St Augustine Chocolate Tour. Discover some of St. Augustine’s best unique sweets and chocolates while learning about what makes these treats so addicting! Each of our tours is as much about local history as it is about chocolate. Our local guides have gone to great lengths to understand the areas we take you to so we can share some of its fascinating stories. With personable guides and small groups, it should always feel like having a friend in St. Augustine.
A variety of samplings will be provided along with extra to take home and enjoy later.
To keep your sweet buzz going, we provide a thermal bag and extra take home goodies we sampled on tour to enjoy later.
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
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St. Augustine's Wine, Cocktail and Food Experience
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The Perfect Pairing Experience blends wine, cocktails, food, and history to create an incredible afternoon for your family and friends. Take in the picturesque streets and architecture between sipping on colorful cocktails, noshing on cheese & charcuterie, and tasting cuisine inspired by some of our chefs’ travels.
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