Villa Zorayda Museum Holiday Tours
Visitors take an audio-guided tour through the historic museum, decorated with Victorian holiday displays and illuminated by more than 100 candles. Guests view the art and antique collections before gathering along the upper and lower balconies to watch the museum go dark for the lighting of the Christmas tree in the Court of Lions. The experience finishes with a complimentary beverage and cookie.
What to Expect
Over 100 candles aglow and a Christmas tree lighting ceremony.
Event Details
Duration
Approximately 60 minutes.
Ages
Not recommended for children ages 5 and under for Candlelight Tours; Holiday Evening Tours are more flexible.
Neighborhood
Downtown St. Augustine
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Villa Zorayda Museum
Food & Drink
Guests receive a complimentary beverage and cookie at the end of the tour.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Adults and families with older children interested in history
Vibe
Historic and candlelit
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Adult: $26.99; children ages 6–12: $14.99. Prices are subject to 6.5% sales tax. – Get tickets
- Parking: The museum does not offer complimentary parking for these specialty tours; parking information is linked.
- Accessibility: There is no elevator inside the historic building; the tour requires standing and walking across two floors connected by a stairway.
Tips & Advice
- Buy tickets ahead on the museum's website or in person, because this is a limited-ticket event, tickets are nonrefundable, and one December 8 tour has already sold out.
- Head downtown early during Nights of Lights to get through heavy traffic and find first-come paid parking, since the museum has no free parking for these tours.
- Stay for the full hour so you don't miss the Christmas tree lighting in the Court of Lions or the free beverage and cookie at the end.
- Wear comfortable shoes, because you'll stand and walk for the whole tour and climb one stairway to the second floor with no elevator.
- Bring children 6 and older; for younger kids, a Holiday Evening Tour lets families move through the museum more at their own pace.
Special Events & Promotions
- Private Candlelight Tours for groups of 35 or more, booked in advance.
- Holiday Evening Tours run on select Saturdays as a separate, self-paced option with their own tickets.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Candlelight Tour good for children?
Families are welcome, but children must stay with their adults the whole time. Because the tour runs about an hour, it isn't recommended for kids 5 and under. Holiday Evening Tours let families go at their own pace.
How long should I allow?
About 60 minutes, on your feet the whole time. Stay to the end so you see the Christmas tree lighting and get your beverage and cookie.
Where do I park?
The museum doesn't offer free parking for the holiday tours. Paid daily parking is first come, first served.
Is there an elevator?
No. The historic building has no elevator, and the tour covers two levels with one stairway to the second floor.
Can we book a private tour for our group?
Yes. Private Candlelight Tours can be booked in advance for groups of at least 35. Email info@villazorayda.com to book.
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