Historic Tours of Flagler College

Historic Tours of Flagler College invite visitors to explore the former Hotel Ponce de Leon, one of St. Augustine’s most iconic National Historic Landmarks. Led by knowledgeable student guides, this 45–60 minute walking tour focuses on the ground-floor public spaces of Henry Flagler’s Gilded Age masterpiece, including the Rotunda, Courtyard, Dining Hall with Tiffany-stained glass, and the Flagler Room.

The tour also features new interactive exhibits that bring history to life through digital storytelling, hands-on experiences, and interpretive displays highlighting the hotel’s architecture, artistry, and legacy.

Please note: Tours take place exclusively on the ground floor and do not include access to student dorm rooms or residence halls.

📍 74 King Street, St. Augustine
⏱ Approx. 45–60 minutes
🎟 Ticketed experience | Advance purchase recommended

Tour Details:

• Departure Location: Tours depart daily from the main lobby (Rotunda) of the College at 74 King Street.
• Tour Availability: As Flagler College is an active campus, tours are subject to cancellations. Please check our website for up-to-date ticket availability.

Tour Highlights:

• Courtyard: Begin with an exploration of the courtyard, learning about the hotel's Spanish Renaissance architecture and the innovative techniques used in its construction.
• Grand Lobby: Look up into the 68-foot domed ceiling supported by eight ornate oak caryatids, each hand-carved with unique details.
• Dining Room: Marvel at 79 Louis Comfort Tiffany stained glass windows that cast light onto the hand-painted murals adorning the walls and ceiling.
• Flagler Room: Formerly the Women’s Grand Parlor, this room houses Austrian crystal chandeliers, a unique onyx clock, original furniture, and personal mementos from Henry Flagler’s family.

Tours depart from 74 King Street. Please plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled tour time. When you arrive, proceed inside the building to the Rotunda, where you will check in with the student tour guide.

To check in your party, you will simply need the name used when the reservation was made.

Historic Tour tickets of Flagler College are refundable with at least 24 hours’ notice prior to your scheduled tour time. If you need to cancel your reservation within that timeframe, please contact us, legacy@flagler.edu or (904) 823-3378 and we will be happy to assist with processing your refund.

Unfortunately, cancellations made with less than 24 hours’ notice are not eligible for a refund, as tour capacity is limited and spaces are reserved in advance.

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