Potter's Wax Museum: Interactive Experience in St. Augustine

Unearth the roots of America at its very first wax museum, nestled inside the historical center of St. Augustine, Florida. At Potter’s Wax Museum, visitors have the unique opportunity to engage with more than 160 wax portrayals, including representations of acclaimed Hollywood personalities as well as influential figures from the nation’s history.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Potter’s Wax Museum - The inspiration behind Potter’s Wax Museum came from a childhood trip to London taken by founder, George L. Potter. As a child, he was mesmerized by the life like figures and wanted to share his enjoyment with the American public.
    In 1947, Potter began contracting with GEMS of London, a noted wax studio, to create one of a…
What's Included
  • Museum admission included
What's Not Included
  • Transportation to/from attraction
  • Food and drinks
  • Museum is closed on Christmas Day.
Additional Information
  • Child’s ticket is age 6-12; children age 5 and under are free.
  • Picture and video taking are allowed in the museum.
  • Potter’s Wax Museum is wheelchair accessible.
Location
Potter's Wax Museum
31 Orange St,
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Tyree_j
Aug 31, 2024
Interesting - Very fascinating never been to a wax museum I liked it I did get scared just a little but it was really nice the employees very nice to me & my husband
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Colaxxcmom
Jun 2, 2024
Fascinating History and Life-Like Figures - Some of the wax figures were so good, they seemed almost alive. The museum was broken up into various sections, including World War 2 historical figures, US Presidents, and famous scientists. This was far more interesting and professional than what I was expecting.
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Agonz3469
Apr 22, 2024
a must see when visiting - very cool museum, worth the visit when in St Augustine, family friendly exhibit. Your allowed to take pictures and the staff was very friendly
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John_e
Oct 11, 2023
Fun times - Really good time!! Wax figures were well done. You can see the care and time to get them correct. We got several pictures of some of our favorites! Don't forget the Dark Side!!
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6linda6
Sep 26, 2023
very very good:) - first time going to a wax museum and it was really great we really enjoyed it lol got to meet trump lol
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O1415agkathyp
Jun 23, 2024
Neat Little Museum - This was my first visit to a wax museum and it was a pretty cool experience. I thought it was really interesting that the guy that founded the museum was inspired after visiting Madame Tussaud’s wax museum as a child. The wax figures are extremely lifelike and fun to look at. It only takes about 30 to 45 minutes to take the self guided tour. There is a small gift shop as you enter the museum that has some neat stuff. The employees were friendly folks and the restroom was spotless which is always a plus. I definitely recommend a one time visit. And check out the Michael Jordan wax figure. Uncanny resemblance!
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Moharmony50
Nov 28, 2023
Small but interesting - A great experience. It's a small collection but visitors are allowed to get close enough to the figures to take photos. It claims to be the first in the U.S. Featured are Ray Charles at the piano; he attended the St. Augustine school for blind and deaf people. Also Johnny Depp dressed as Captain Jack Sparrow. Friendly staff. Check for a coupon in the free visitor guides available almost anywhere. Only negative: It's a small museum and a tight fit between figures.
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Kevinwo1791cm
Oct 25, 2023
Frozen in Time - Being honest, we have toured a really good one and this one would have to come in second. There were several really good figures that were detailed and lifelike but some just lacked it. Its not a big museum but still worth going through and checking out the figures.
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Getaway306144
Aug 13, 2024
Characters no resemblace to actual people - The Potter Wax Museum in St. Augustine is not a great attraction. Some of the wax figures have no resemblance to actual characters (Presidents: Obama and Trump in particular). I know the place is old; but a little dusting would help!
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Karen_c
Jul 10, 2023
Poor visit don’t spend your money!! - Unfortunately half of the wax statues doesn’t look like the real people. The place is very small and and some of the wax statues doesn’t have nothing to do with history like “Franklinstain”and “The monster of the black lagoon” 👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻
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