The Castillo de San Marcos hosts a special Candlelight Tour called "Taking the Plunge," which explores the life of a Spanish soldier during St. Augustine's First Spanish period.

Castillo Tour: Taking the Plunge

This special Candlelight Tour brings to life the story of a young man whe served in the Castillo in the late 17th century.

Please Note: This event is from 2019

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Castillo de San Marcos hosts "Taking the Plunge," a special Candlelight Tour, on Friday, October 18, 2019. This tour takes visitors through the Castillo while reenacting the story of a young man during the First Spanish Period (1565 - 1763) who decides to "take the plunge" and enlist in the Spanish military. The tour depicts his adventures within the Castillo, as he fights to defend St. Augustine. 

The Castillo de San Marcos National Monument is the oldest stone fortification in the United States. Their candlelight tours allow visitors to take in the special beauty of the Castillo at night.

Admission: Tickets are $15.00 for adults, $5.00 for children ages 5 to 15, and free for children under 5. Tickets are limited and may sell out, so advance registration is recommended. Tickets will become available after October 4, 2019, at the Castillo ticket booth or by calling (904) 829-6506, ext. 239.

When: Friday, October 18, 2019, with tours at 6:15, 7:15, and 8:15 p.m.

Where: The Castillo de San Marcos is located at 1 S. Castillo Dr. in St. Augustine, FL 32084.

For additional information please call (904) 829-6506 or visit here.

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