ST. AUGUSTINE BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Atlantic Eyes: A 2.5‑Hour Offshore Coastline Cruise from St. Augustine
A concise, 2.5‑hour sightseeing cruise that runs past St. Augustine’s bayfront landmarks, undeveloped Atlantic shores and abundant marine life—this guide explains what you’ll see and how to plan.
Atlantic Eyes: A 2.5‑Hour Offshore Coastline Cruise from St. Augustine.
Set sail from St. Augustine for a 2.5‑hour waterborne outlook on the Ancient City: historic downtown bayfront sights such as the Bridge of Lions and Castillo de San Marcos give way to the inlet and the open Atlantic, where undeveloped Anastasia Island shores, the 1800s lighthouse and St. Augustine Beach Pier form a shoreline route, and crews search for dolphins, sea turtles, sharks and seasonal right whales.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
From Bayfront Landmarks to Open Ocean
The cruise begins along St. Augustine’s historic downtown bayfront—passing the Bridge of Lions and Castillo de San Marcos—then moves through the inlet into the Atlantic for views of Anastasia Island State Park, the town’s 1800s lighthouse and the St. Augustine Beach Pier.
A Floating Wildlife Watch
Look for dozens of local species from bottlenose dolphins and sea turtles to the occasional hammerhead; right whale sightings are possible in the season between mid‑November and mid‑April.
Ocean Breeze and an Onboard Bar
Relaxation is built into the trip: experience the Atlantic breeze and scenic coastal views while an onboard bar serves drinks throughout the cruise.
What the day feels like
What the Cruise Feels Like
This is a sightseeing outing paced for varied attention spans: an initial stretch of historic, shore‑hugging views along the Ancient City’s bayfront gives way to the spacious Atlantic, where the boat slows for wildlife watching and coastal scenery. The crew provides local context while passengers take in open‑ocean light, undeveloped beaches and landmark silhouettes.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this cruise suits best, and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The cruise runs for 2.5 hours.
An onboard bar serves drinks during the trip.
Expect historic bayfront landmarks, undeveloped Anastasia Island shoreline, the 1800s lighthouse and potential sightings of dolphins, sea turtles and sharks; right whales are possible mid‑November through mid‑April.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Offshore Coastline Cruise?
The cruise lasts 2.5 hours.
What will we see on the cruise?
The route includes St. Augustine’s historic downtown bayfront with the Bridge of Lions and Castillo de San Marcos, passage through the inlet into the Atlantic, views of Anastasia Island State Park, the 1800s lighthouse and St. Augustine Beach Pier.
Will we see wildlife?
Crews search for local wildlife including bottlenose dolphins, seabirds, sea turtles and even occasional hammerhead sharks; right whale sightings are possible from mid‑November through mid‑April.
Are children allowed?
Yes—the outing is described as welcoming to all ages.
Are drinks available onboard?
Yes—there is an onboard bar serving drinks during the cruise.