Old Town Trolley Nights of Lights Tour St. Augustine: Reviews, Prices & What to Expect

More than 3 million white lights cover nearly 20 blocks of St. Augustine during Nights of Lights. The trolley is the easy way to see them without walking, which makes it a good pick for families with little kids and older relatives.

What People Love

• Easy for everyone. No walking required, and wheelchair-accessible trolleys are available with notice.
• Magical Viewing Glasses. The included glasses turn the lights into holiday shapes, and kids love them.
• Private row. Your group of up to 4 gets its own row, so you’re not squeezed in with strangers.

Heads Up: The Common Complaint

The rating is mixed (about 3.7 stars from 270 reviews), and the main complaint is waiting and traffic. Lines can be long on busy nights, and the ride itself is short for the price. If you’re going on a December weekend, the VIP pass that skips the line is worth considering.

What to Expect

• Length: about 30 to 45 minutes.
• Price: from about $80.65 per row (up to 4 people); VIP skip-the-line pass from about $220.99.
• Departs: 10 W Castillo Dr, by the Visitor Information Center.
• Included: Magical Viewing Glasses.

Good to Know Before You Book

• Nights of Lights runs from Nov. 21, 2026 through Jan. 18, 2027, with lights on every evening.
• Weekends in December are the busiest. Weeknights are calmer and easier for parking.
• Book ahead for December dates, especially the weeks around Christmas.
• Park at the Historic Downtown Parking Facility next door ($15 per vehicle, per entry). Leave extra time, because traffic can be heavy.
• Book 1 “traveler” for 1 to 4 people and 2 for 5 to 8 people. You’re buying rows, not seats.
• Full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours ahead.

Reserve a row on the Nights of Lights trolley

Keep Planning

• Christmas in St. Augustine: Nights of Lights Guide
• Christmas in Florida
• Best Florida Events in December

This listing is based on what travelers say on Viator and Tripadvisor plus the operator’s published details. Vacation Florida hasn’t taken this tour in person yet. Prices were checked in October 2026 and can change.

Nights of Lights Trolley FAQ