History Tours in St. Pete

Travel back in time and experience a rich history tour! Featuring Segway Tours, Boat Tours, Ghost Tours, Trolley and Walking Tours - there is something for everyone.

Segway Tours

In a partnership with Doo’s Amazing Tours, roll through downtown and along our beautiful waterfront while soaking up the city’s early history. Segway tours include admission to the Museum of History. Book tours on: DoosAmazingTours.com.

Ghost Tours

In partnership with St. Peter’s Ghosts, begin a 90-minute Haunted History tours at the Museum and explore the dark side of the Sunshine City. Visit haunted and historic locations throughout downtown. St. Peter’s Ghost tours include admission to the Museum, redeemable at any time. Book tours on: StPetersGhosts.com.

Trolley Tours

The St. Petersburg Museum of History hosts monthly trolley tours! Join us on the first Saturday of each month for a historic guided trolley tour of St. Pete with the Museum of History and Star Trolley. Learn about stories and secrets of the Sunshine City that may surprise even our local residents. The trolley departs the Museum at 9am. Reservations are required, visit our events calendar to register for our next tour. Members receive early access. Other themed tours are planned in future to include a Civil Rights tour and an architecture tour.

Boat Tours

The St. Petersburg Museum of History has partnered with the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center on the St. Pete Pier to present the City’s first Historic Boat Tour! Discover the history of St. Pete from the water! Hear how a colorful cast of characters turned a fishing village into a world-famous tourist destination, and learn what happened to the Tampa Bay ecosystem as a result. Come aboard the Tampa Bay Watch Eco Tour Boat for this 2-hour cruise. View our tour calendar and register for our next tour. Members receive early access!

Walking Tours

Experience a monthly Downtown Walking Tour of St. Pete! The tour explores the quirky history of downtown while viewing historic landmarks. These 90-minute tours take place on the second Saturday of every month and depart from the Museum at 9:30am. Reservations are required, visit events calendar to register for the next tour. Members receive early access.

African American Heritage Walking Tour

The African American Heritage Trail tells the story of the first 100 years of Black life, culture, and contribution in St. Petersburg, and how the African American community shaped the very fabric of the Sunshine City. Upcoming African American Heritage Walking Tours

Liquid to Land: Sunset History Boat Tour

The St. Petersburg Museum of History and Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center on the St. Pete Pier present Liquid to Land, the City’s first Historic Boat Tour! This two-hour monthly tour will highlight the city’s waterfront history and land alterations that have shaped St. Petersburg’s downtown shoreline and culture over time. Discover the history of St. Petersburg from the water – the good, the bad, and the funny. Find out how a cast of colorful characters turned a sleepy fishing village into a world-famous tourist destination, and learn what happened to the Tampa Bay ecosystem as a result. It’s the perfect blend of history, science, and beautiful waterfront views. Register for the Tour 

Historic Baseball Trolley Tour

Join us for a trolley tour through baseball history in St. Petersburg! Curated by the Society for American Baseball Researchers (SABR), the tour will travel through the history of America’s pastime in St. Pete. Explore the training fields and facilities from 1914 to 1960, and learn about the teams, players, owners, and unique history of the original Spring Training destination! Register for the Tour

SHINE Mural Tour on Board Star Trolley

See the city through a different lens - where every mural tells a story. This curated tour dives deep into the lives of the artists and explains how the walls are chosen to become a canvas for public expression. Explore the Murals: A Star Trolley Experience