Plan Nights of Lights, choose a walkable hotel, compare tours and build a St. Augustine trip that still leaves time to enjoy the city.
Find the experience that fits your trip, then compare tours, prices and availability on Viator.
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Nights of Lights runs November 21, 2026 through January 18, 2027. Start with the decisions that affect the rest of your trip: where you'll stay, how you'll see the lights, and how you'll handle downtown transportation.
Dates, viewing strategy, tours and practical trip planning.
HotelsWalkability, Historic District vs. beach, and hotel planning.
ToursCompare trolley, electric cart, walking and private experiences.
Boat toursWhen a waterfront view makes more sense than a land tour.
FamiliesTiming, walking, tour format and realistic family pacing.
ItineraryA complete holiday weekend without over-scheduling the trip.
Hotel location and timed tours can shape the entire trip. Compare them early, especially for holiday weekends.
Compare current hotel availability for the Historic District, Anastasia Island and beach areas.
Search hotels →ViatorBrowse Nights of Lights, ghost, boat, history and other bookable experiences.
Browse tours →Start hereLearn where to stay, how long to visit and how to organize your days.
Historic District, waterfront, tours and beach time.
Ghost toursHow to choose walking, trolley and small-group experiences.
On the waterCompare sightseeing, wildlife, sunset and private outings.
Where to stayOne of the most important lodging decisions for a first trip.
FamiliesA realistic family plan with room to slow down.
TransportationUnderstand downtown parking before you arrive.