Oldest Store Museum: St. Augustine Experience

Step back in time at St. Augustine’s Oldest Store Museum Experience. Meet the proprietor and witness demonstrations of turn-of-the-century inventions. Physical distancing in place.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • The Oldest Store Museum - Local actors and storytellers make this tour with the items and inventions from the turn-of-the-century come to life! By providing history and humor all rolled into one delightful experience, guests will be captivated to learn more about turn-of-the-century life within the ancient city.
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What's Included
  • Admission
What's Not Included
  • Transportation to/from attraction
  • Food and drinks
  • Oldest Store Museum Experience is closed on Christmas Day.
Additional Information

Get acquainted with the owner, Mr. C.F. Hamblen and observe the amiable staff, meat seller and patent medicine merchant showcase the most recent innovations for turn of the century lifestyle at St. Augustine’s most antique shop-turned-museum Experience.
Provisions for maintaining social distance are implemented. Wearing of masks is optional yet…

Location
The Oldest Store Museum
167 San Marco Ave,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Joanna_s
Dec 31, 2025
Great Experience - The guide was very entertaining. She was great! She made the whole experience very informative not only about the store but St. Augustine in general.
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Cruerockchick
Dec 29, 2025
Fun experience! - I didn't know what to expect at this experience but I have to say I really enjoyed it! When you walk in, you are offered a candy stick which was cool. The guide was great and I learned a lot from him! I would definitely say that this is a hidden gem!
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Chris2pherdb
Dec 4, 2025
A General Store Millionaire and Visionary in 1908! - Walk into the General Store in St. Augustine FL in 1908 and learn more about the companies that made our country great, the innovations that were the beginning of our comforts today and the medicines that can’t be allowed to take that were the norm of the day! Realize how a general store owner met the basic needs of the town in a big way and became a millionaire! Orville was our amazing come to life tour guide that made it informative, entertaining and engaging! Don’t miss it!
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Islandsquirrel
Dec 1, 2025
Well worth the time - The oldest jail and the oldest store are right next to each other. We bought tickets for the jail and got a discount for the store. As the jail tour wasn't starting for another 45 minutes to an hour, we figured we'd have plenty of time -- after all, how long can it take to go through a store. We barely made it to the jail on time and I hadn't even realized how long it had taken. Molly was out tour guide and transported us back in time as she tried to get us to purchase some of the new and exciting inventions of the day, including a goat-operated washing machine - and no, that's not a typo! There was so much to see.
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Pampavia
Nov 17, 2025
Excellent experience - This was an excellent experience! Dok was our shopkeeper and was amazing. He stayed in character the entire tour! Very knowledgeable and informative while being entertaining. This tour was extremely enjoyable and money well spent. All ages in my party enjoyed it. Again, Dok was awesome!
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Henryfj1105bd
Nov 14, 2025
Great Museum & Great Tour Guide - The museum was great, had some interactive parts for the kids and some interesting history for all, however I’ve got to say the museum was really brought to life by the lovely Manchurian lady she interacted brilliantly with everyone, there were smiles all round. Thanks for an excellent tour.
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L2834popaulat
Oct 17, 2025
A must do tour! - Victor was one of our favorite tour guides with the best tour. He stayed in character the whole time. The tour is a must do in Saint Augustine. He will be doing it again.
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Lynnes223
Oct 15, 2025
Fun tour - Interesting and funny tour! We loved it. Molly was the tour guide and she was hilarious. Definitely recommend this tour.
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Dawn
Sep 24, 2025
Lots of fun and informational! - Great tour with ‘in character’ shop keeper telling us all about the various products in the store. Ruby was very knowledgeable, kept it entertaining and fast paced. We’ll bring visitors back to this attraction.
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Sally_s
Oct 7, 2025
Old store stuff - Guide was really really good and made it fun, but museum is a little boring and not really worth the time.
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From $16
up to 9 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).