The statue of Henry Flagler, located outside the main entrance of Flagler College in St. Augustine.

Historic Tours of Flagler College

This glamorous hotel, from Florida's golden tourism age, offers daily tours.

Historic Tours of Flagler College

(904) 823-3378

At Flagler College in the main lobby rotunda.
74 King Street
St. Augustine, FL 32084

Currently closed.
Mon - Sun: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tour Schedule: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Flagler College hosts tours that highlight public spaces each day at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. (Note, check the information about renovations at the end of this post.)

Historic Tours of Flagler College showcase the architectural heritage and fascinating history of the former Hotel Ponce de Leon, a nationally designated historic landmark building that Henry Flagler built in 1887. Millionaire industrialist and developer Henry M. Flagler wanted to create an American Riviera in St. Augustine. His Hotel Ponce de Leon, now Flagler College, beautifully recaptures the architectural spirit of old Europe.

Presidents, dignitaries, royalty, and the upper class walked the halls of this magnificent hotel during its heyday. Designed for entertainment, relaxation, and grandeur, Flagler's hotel incorporated all of the period's modern conveniences, including electricity, running water, and a Thomas Edison clock, one of the first to be used in a public space. The Ponce de Leon is also home to the largest collection of Louis Comfort Tiffany stained glass windows, with more than 79 windows decorating the dining hall, which is included on the tour.

While nothing can compete with seeing this building in person, Flagler College also offers a virtual tour. To view it, go here

All tickets are $17.00 for those aged four and up. Children three and under are free.  To make reservations, go here.

The museum shop is open seven days a week, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Tours can be booked for 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. and must be reserved in advance.

Planned Renovations

A note about renovations: 

  1. Starting in March 2024, the college will be undergoing renovations that will impact part of the tour experience. The former grand parlor, now known as the Flagler room, on the ground floor, will be temporarily closed. These renovations are expected to continue into 2025.
  2. Also, they will be renovating the Rotunda area during the summer and tours will be suspended entirely from May 2024 until sometime in August 2024.
  3. While nothing can compete with seeing this building in person, Flagler College also offers a virtual tour. To view it, go here

Historic Tours of Flagler College

(904) 823-3378

At Flagler College in the main lobby rotunda.
74 King Street
St. Augustine, FL 32084

Currently closed.
Mon - Sun: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tour Schedule: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Admission | Ticket Prices

OptionLegacy Tour
All tickets for ages 4 and up$17.00

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