Stop At: Old Jail Museum, 167 San Marco Ave, St. Augustine, Florida 32084

For nearly 60 years – until 1953 – the Old Jail served as the St. Johns County facility for petty thieves and hardened criminals. There were even eight recorded executions, two of which were accused murderers. Sim Jackson, who was hanged in 1908 after murdering his wife with a straight razor, is among the group.

Today, visitors learn about the infamous Sheriff Perry, who served from 1889 until 1897 and again from 1901 until 1919. His stature as a “big, bold man” at 6’6” and weighing 300 pounds was intimidating even for the most hardcore of inmates. Though popular in the community, Perry was feared amongst cell inhabitants – both male and female – for his reputation of renting out prisoners to local farmers through a leasing system.

Visitors can also take a look at the cell blocks, gallows and sheriff’s quarters. See where the sheriff, his wife and children lived, right upstairs from the prisoners, and how they used their own kitchen to prepare meals for the inmates. A tour through this attraction will show visitors what life was like as an inmate and how the Old Jail helped shape St. Augustine’s history.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Historic Tours of America - St. Augustine, 167 San Marco Ave, St. Augustine, Florida 32084

Experience is offered by Historic Tours of America

Duration: 30 minutes

• Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
• Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
• Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
• Duration: 30 minutes (Approx.)
• Return Details: Returns to original departure point
  

• Admission to Old Jail
• Gratuities (Optional)
• Transportation to/from attraction
• Food and drinks
• St. Augustine Old Jail closed on Christmas Day.

• Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
• Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
• A Smile!

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Children 5 yrs. and younger are free
• Free parking available
• Reservations are not accepted; tours operate on a first come, first serve basis on the day of
• Museum is wheelchair accessible on lower floor only.

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.