Historic Tours of Flagler College

Visitors and locals can take a tour of this glamorous hotel from the golden age of Florida tourism, and current campus of Flagler College.

At Flagler College in the main lobby rotunda.
74 King Street, St. Augustine, FL, 32084
  • (904) 823-3378

Hours of Operation

Come In, We're Open!
Sun - Sat:
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

  • Please note the following statement from Flagler College: Historic Tours of Flagler College are canceled until further notice. While there are no confirmed cases of COVID-19 at Flagler College, the College's highest priority is the safety and well-being of its students, faculty, and staff. Flagler College's Risk Management Team will continue to meet. They will monitor all new developments, as well as guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Florida Department of Health. The College has an emergency response plan that it is following and will communicate updates and additional information as necessary.

    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, built by Henry Flagler in 1887. Millionaire industrialist and developer Henry M. Flagler envisioned creating 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 modern conveniences of the time, including electricity, running water, and a Thomas Edison clock, one of the first-ever 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 over 79 windows decorate the Dining Hall, which is included on the tour.

    While nothing can compete with seeing this building in person, for now, Flagler College is offering a virtual tour. To view it, go here.

  • Comments or Questions?

    Joe on August 8, 2013 - 1:41am

    5
    This building and campus are amazing. A MUST see when you visit St Augustine!

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    Kim Hinman on June 16, 2012 - 5:21pm

    5
    We have been here several times. I loved the guides and the price is always doable!

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