St. Augustine’s Booze & Boos Haunted Pub Crawl

St. Augustine’s Booze & Boos Haunted Pub Crawl mixes old-city ghost stories with stops at three downtown drinking spots. You’ll hear about unexplained events at Sangrias Wine and Tapas Bar, Casa de la Paz, Cathedral Place, The Tini Martini Bar, and A1A Ale Works, with time to buy a drink along the way. I like the focus on true local accounts and the chance to hear guides such as Holly, Misty, and Scott put their own stamp on the tales.

I also like that you choose your own drinks instead of paying for a fixed package. That keeps the price at $36 per person and lets you order what suits you. The main concern is consistency: some departures have lasted about an hour and reached only two pubs, rather than the advertised 1 hour 45 minutes and three drinking stops.

Key points to know before you book

• Three planned drinking stops: Sangrias Wine and Tapas Bar, The Tini Martini Bar, and A1A Ale Works Restaurant & Taproom.
• Five story locations: The route also covers Casa de la Paz and Cathedral Place, where the guide explains reported hauntings and documented incidents.
• Drinks cost extra: Your $36 covers the guide, history, and ghost stories, but you buy every beverage yourself.
• Guide quality matters: Holly, Misty, and Scott have each been praised for humor, local detail, personal stories, and good pacing.
• The timing can vary: The advertised length is about 1 hour 45 minutes, but some departures have ended 30 minutes early and visited only two pubs.
• Small groups are possible: The maximum is 20 people, though some outings have had only two or four participants.

Ghost stories with a drink in hand

This is not a bar tour with a few spooky comments added at the end. The main appeal is the way drinking stops and local history are tied together. You move through central St. Augustine while the guide explains what happened in each building and why certain places have gained a haunted reputation.

The mood should suit you if you like history with a theatrical edge. The stories center on actual people, reported encounters, and events connected to specific buildings. You are not simply walking past old facades while someone recites dates. The guide uses each stop to explain what makes the place unsettling.

Still, you should set your expectations correctly. This is a storytelling walk, not a paranormal investigation. There is no promise of seeing a ghost, and the drinks are not included. The evening works best if you enjoy hearing eerie accounts while having a casual cocktail or beer, rather than expecting special effects or a staged haunted-house show.

The meeting point is 8 Carrera Street, with a 6 p.m. start. The activity returns to that same point at the end. Since St. Augustine’s historic center is compact, the route is designed around walking between stops, though the supplied details do not give exact walking distances between each location.

Sangrias Wine and Tapas Bar starts the evening

The first drinking stop is Sangrias Wine and Tapas Bar. You have about 30 minutes here, and the guide uses the historic building as the opening chapter of the evening.

This is a smart first stop because it gives you a place to settle in before the stories grow darker. The guide explains the building’s past, then shares strange events connected to the bar and the surrounding area. The focus is on tales described as chilling and true, so you get both atmosphere and a sense of place.

You buy your own drink here. That arrangement has one clear benefit: you have freedom of choice. If you want wine, a sangria, or something nonalcoholic, you are not locked into a preselected beverage. The drawback is that the final cost depends on what you order at each stop, so $36 is only the tour price.

The first 30 minutes also reveal how your guide handles the group. Holly has been praised for keeping the stories interesting, while Misty has been described as funny, warm, and highly engaging. The guide can make a real difference here because the first stop sets the pace for the rest of the evening.

Casa de la Paz brings the strongest haunted-house angle

After Sangrias, 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 one of the three planned drinking locations.

The guide explains the building’s past and the reports of hauntings inside. You can ask questions about why the site is considered so haunted, which gives this part a more conversational feel than a simple speech delivered on the sidewalk.

Casa de la Paz may be the most appealing stop for you if the ghost side matters more than the pub side. It gives the guide room to focus on one place and build a case for its reputation. At the same time, you should remember that the supplied details do not promise entry into the building. Expect to hear about the site, not necessarily to explore its interior.

This distinction matters because the tour is built around public storytelling at historic locations. Some stops are bars where you can order a drink. Others are buildings viewed from outside or discussed along the walking route. That blend keeps the evening moving, but it also means the experience is not three long pub sessions.

The Tini Martini Bar adds cocktail history

The second drinking stop is The Tini Martini Bar, with another 30-minute visit. Here the guide takes on the role of a drink specialist and discusses what makes a good cocktail, especially a martini.

The conversation links cocktails to St. Augustine’s past. While you sip your chosen drink, the guide tells stories about the way cocktails and martinis have shaped the old city. That gives this stop a different flavor from Sangrias. The first bar is tied closely to the building’s creepy past, while The Tini Martini Bar adds drink culture to the historical mix.

You should plan to pay for your own beverage again. The choice may appeal to people who prefer control over both price and style. If you want one modest drink at each stop, you can keep spending in check. If you order specialty cocktails, the total can rise quickly.

The 30-minute limit also keeps the evening from turning into a conventional bar crawl. You get time to order and listen, but the purpose remains the guide’s presentation. If you want a relaxed night of sitting in one place for a long time, this is not the right format. If you like a short drink break between stories, it makes sense.

Cathedral Place turns an ordinary office into a haunted site

Cathedral Place Office Building is an unusual stop because it does not look like a spooky attraction. It is an everyday office building, yet the guide connects it to several reported hauntings.

One story concerns a bank worker who plunged to the ground. The guide also shares accounts documented by people who work in the building. That contrast between a normal workplace and unsettling events is part of the appeal. You are asked to look at a familiar type of building in a different way.

This stop gives the tour some variety. You are not hearing the same kind of ghost tale at every bar. Casa de la Paz carries the reputation of a haunted house, while Cathedral Place shows how eerie stories can attach themselves to an otherwise ordinary office site.

As with Casa de la Paz, the supplied details do not say that you enter the office building. You should expect the guide to explain its stories from the route, with questions welcomed along the way. The value comes from the account itself and the guide’s delivery, not from a special interior visit.

A1A Ale Works closes the planned route

The third drinking stop is A1A Ale Works Restaurant & Taproom. The building sits on a site dating back to the 1600s, giving the guide another chance to connect present-day dining with St. Augustine’s long past.

This is where the evening’s historical thread comes together. You can order a drink, hear about the site beneath the restaurant, and listen to personal stories from the guide about encounters that remain unexplained. The emphasis shifts from general local history to first-person accounts and lingering questions.

A1A Ale Works is also the last planned drinking stop, so it can feel like a natural place to end the walk. The activity returns to 8 Carrera Street, however, and the stated end point is the original meeting place. The route may therefore include a final walk back after the last bar.

If you want dinner as well as a drink, the restaurant setting may be useful, but the experience does not say that a meal is included. You will need to pay for food and drinks separately. A past guide, Scott, has offered additional drink and dinner suggestions after the walk, so it is worth asking your guide for ideas if you want to continue the evening.

What the $36 price really covers

At $36, you are paying for the local guide, researched historical material, and ghost stories based on actual experiences. You are not paying for drinks, food, or gratuity.

I see the price as fair when the tour runs close to the full 1 hour 45 minutes and includes all three drinking stops. You receive more than a basic pub introduction because the guide connects five sites to local history and reported hauntings. The small-group possibility can add value, too. An outing with only two or four people allows more questions and a more personal pace.

The value becomes weaker if the experience lasts only about an hour and reaches two pubs. That has happened on some departures, and it is the main issue you need to weigh before booking. At that point, you are paying a similar fee for less time, fewer stops, and fewer chances to settle in with a drink.

The drinks policy is both a plus and a warning. You avoid paying for beverages you do not want, but you must budget for them. Gratuity is also not included. A realistic evening total will be more than $36 once you add drinks and a tip.

Guides shape the night

The strongest praise has gone to the guides, and the names matter. Holly has been described as excellent at holding attention and making the stories interesting. Misty has been praised for humor, warmth, and a strong command of the material. Scott has been noted for his ghost stories, historical detail, personal anecdotes, and helpful suggestions for drinks and dinner afterward.

That range suggests the experience depends heavily on who leads your departure. A good guide can turn a walk between bars into a connected story about St. Augustine. The guide can also make a tiny group feel worthwhile instead of awkward.

Small groups are possible because the maximum is 20 people, not because every departure reaches that number. One outing continued in bad weather with only two people, and another had four. That can make the experience feel personal, though a larger group may bring more social energy.

You should also understand the role of humor. The guides are not only delivering grim stories. The best fit is someone who enjoys a little lightness alongside accounts of deaths, hauntings, and unexplained events. If you prefer a solemn historical lecture, the pub-crawl format may feel too casual.

The timing concern deserves attention

The advertised start is 6 p.m., and the stated length is about 1 hour 45 minutes. In practice, some departures have ended at 7 p.m., roughly 30 minutes early, and visited only two pubs.

That difference matters if you have arranged dinner, transport, or another evening activity around the published finish. It also changes the value of the tour. A short route may still be entertaining, but it is not the full experience described.

I would leave some flexibility after the tour rather than booking a tight connection. You can use the extra time for dinner or another drink if the walk ends early. You should also confirm the current route and expected number of pub stops before setting out, especially if those details are central to your decision.

The cancellation terms are simple: cancel at least 24 hours before the 6 p.m. start for a full refund. Within 24 hours, the amount paid is not refunded, and changes are not accepted. Confirmation is sent within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability.

Who should book this walking crawl

I would recommend it to you if you enjoy three things at once: old buildings, ghost stories, and a casual drink. It is a good fit for friends, couples, and small groups who want an evening activity with conversation built in.

You will likely get the most from it if you ask questions and pay attention to the buildings between the bars. The best moments are not only the drinks. They are the connections between a historic address, a reported event, and the city around you.

It also suits people who want flexibility in their orders. Since you buy your own drinks, you can choose your budget and beverage. Service animals are allowed, the route is near public transportation, and most people can participate. The maximum group size is 20.

I would be cautious if you are booking mainly for a guaranteed three-pub crawl. The route is advertised around three drinking stops, but some outings have included only two. I would also reconsider if a full 1 hour 45 minutes is essential to your schedule.

Should you book Booze & Boos?

Book this experience if the guide and the ghost stories matter more to you than the amount of time spent drinking. Holly, Misty, and Scott have each shown how much a strong storyteller can add, and the stops at Casa de la Paz and Cathedral Place give the walk more substance than a simple bar hop.

Before paying, accept two facts: drinks and gratuity cost extra, and the length and number of pub stops have not been consistent. If the current operator confirms the full route, $36 is a reasonable price for a guided evening through haunted St. Augustine. If you need a guaranteed three-bar crawl, look for that assurance first.

FAQ

Where does the Booze & Boos Haunted Pub Crawl start?

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

What time does the tour begin?

The stated start time is 6 p.m.

How long does the tour last?

The advertised duration is about 1 hour and 45 minutes, though some departures have ended roughly 30 minutes early.

How much does the tour cost?

The price is $36 per person.

Are drinks included in the tour price?

No. You buy your own drinks at the stops, and gratuity for the guide is also not included.

Which pubs are planned on the route?

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

Which haunted sites are discussed?

The guide discusses Casa de la Paz and Cathedral Place Office Building, along with haunting stories connected to the drinking stops.

Does the tour return to the starting point?

Yes. The activity ends back at the meeting point on Carrera Street.

How large can the group be?

The maximum group size is 20 people. Some departures have had only two or four participants.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations within 24 hours are not refunded, and changes during that period are not accepted.