Paranormal Investigation at the Old Fort
Investigate the grounds of the Castillo de San Marcos while learning about military conquests, violent raids, sieges, harsh medical procedures, and reported hauntings connected to the historic fort. Guests will use paranormal investigation equipment including EMF meters, spirit boxes, heat sensors, and dowsing rods with guidance from licensed tour guides. Photos are encouraged. Tour size is limited, and advance reservations are required. The Paranormal Investigation departs every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $35. 4 Granada St., St. Augustine. www.ghosttoursofstaugustine.net
Location
Ghost Tours of St. Augustine
4 Granada St.
St. Augustine, FL 32084
Why Go:
Investigate the storied grounds of the Castillo de San Marcos on the “Paranormal Investigation at the Old Fort” tour. Led by licensed tour guides, guests will explore the fortress while learning about historic military conquests, violent raids, grueling sieges, harsh colonial medical procedures, and the chilling hauntings left in their wake. For a ticket price of $35, participants are equipped with professional ghost-hunting gear—including EMF meters, spirit boxes, heat sensors, and dowsing rods—making for an immersive, hands-on experience. The tour departs from Granada Street every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 8:30 p.m., and advance reservations are required due to limited capacity.
Wander & Rest Tip
After a thrilling night tracking spirits with high-tech equipment and uncovering the grueling history of the old fort, cross the bridge back to the calm, comforting shores of Vilano Beach where your private retreat awaits. Since the tour departs from 4 Granada St., you are ideally located to drop by 36 Granada right down the street for a sophisticated post-investigation nightcap, or you can swing by 180 Vilano Grill & Pizza for a hot, comforting meal just moments before pulling into your driveway. Once you arrive at your private Wander & Rest oasis, shake off the eerie nighttime chills by stepping into absolute luxury. Melt away your tension in our bubbling hot tub, enjoy a deep detox inside the private sauna, or float peacefully under the stars in the heated pool before gathering in the ultra-comfortable indoor lounge areas for a safe, restful night’s sleep.