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Parapic Flashback: Our Parapic Winner from July 2023 Every now and then, something crosses our path that makes us do a double take. Today, we’re taking a look back at one of our favorite moments from the Parapic Contest. In July 2023, we received a video submission that caught our attention.. It came from a guest who had joined one of our ghost tours right here in haunted St. Augustine. They were going over photos taken on their tour when they spotted a shadowy, human-like figure gliding past in one of their videos.   Needless to say, this video won that month’s Parapic Contest, and it’s still one of the most interesting pieces of footage we’ve received to date. While we can’t confirm exactly what was captured, it’s moments like these that remind us why we do what we do…

Haunted St. Augustine vs. Para4ce Investigation: Which Ghost Adventure Is Right for You? If you love ghost tours but you’re craving more than stories-seeking something immersive, hands-on, and genuinely paranormal- we’ve got two paranormal investigation experiences waiting for you at GhoSt Augustine. Here’s a friendly comparison to help you decide which one fits what you’re looking for! Haunted St. Augustine Semi‑Private Paranormal Investigation The Haunted St. Augustine is the original walking paranormal investigation tour, started by Dr. Harry Stafford in 2002. You’ll learn some real, hands on investigation techniques and use real paranormal investigation equipment, guided by a professional paranormal investigator. You’ll walk to some of the creepiest, most haunted corners of downtown St. Augustine.  Duration & Price: About 2 hours, starting around $39 per adult, $19 per child Private group option available (up to 10 people) What to Expect: A small-group…

A Mysterious Scratch in the Dixie House: One Guest’s Unsettling Encounter Some haunted locations seem to hold onto their secrets-and sometimes, they reveal them in startling ways. During a recent Para4ce Investigation inside the haunted Dixie House, one of our investigators experienced a moment that was extremely memorable.. The guest he was guiding had just…

Step Into the Paranormal: Gear Up with Para4ce Investigations When you join us for a Para4ce Investigation in historic St. Augustine, you’re not just ghost hunting-you’re stepping into the unknown with some of the most trusted tools in the paranormal field. This isn’t a basic ghost tour. Para4ce Investigations are hands-on, immersive experiences that put real ghost hunting gear in your hands. Curious about what you’ll be using? Here’s a peek at just some of the equipment you’ll get to use-and how you can get your own. PMB (Paranormal Music Box) One of our favorite tools on Para4ce Investigations is the PMB-short for Paranormal Music Box. Shaped like a small coffin and eerie in the best way, the PMB detects movement or shadows. When triggered, it plays a haunting melody. REM Pod The REM Pod is another staple in our…

Share Your Best Paranormal Photos: Enter Our Monthly Parapic Contest! Do you have a photo that sends chills down your spine? Maybe you’ve captured a strange figure in a historic graveyard, a mysterious light in a haunted house, or an unexplained mist on your last ghost hunt with us.. If so, we want to see…

Congratulations to Our April 2025 Parapic Contest Winner! We’re thrilled to announce the winner of our April Parapic Contest – and this month’s winning photo is giving us chills! Taken at Lighthouse Park, the image shows a strange, unexplained figure standing near the old swing sets. If you look closely, you’ll see what looks like…

Experience Real EVP at the Haunted Dixie House If you’ve ever wanted to hear a spirit speak, there’s no better place to try than the famously haunted Dixie House in St. Augustine. This seemingly quaint little house iis a hotspot for paranormal activity-and during our P4I (Par4ce Investigation) experience, you’ll get hands-on with real EVP tools in the very rooms where strange voices have echoed. EVP, or Electronic Voice Phenomenon, is one of the most compelling pieces of evidence in any investigation. At Dixie House, we’ve captured everything from whispers to full conversations-responses that seem to come directly from the spirits themselves. And you’ll have the chance to witness it all during your P4I session. Our investigators will guide you through a focused EVP session using professional equipment. You’ll try out digital voice recorders, spirit boxes that sweep radio frequencies…

The following story was told to us by one of our investigators on the P4I: ————– Early one evening, one of our guides, Lew, arrived at Dixie House with two guests from our Everdark Express tour. As soon as he turned on the REM Pod we use in the Dixie House,  it lit up yellow…

If your dad loves spooky stories, haunted history, or just enjoys doing something different-why not take this Father’s Day up a notch with a ghost tour in America’s oldest (and most haunted) city? At GhoSt Augustine, our paranormal tours are anything but ordinary. Whether he’s into hands-on ghost hunting or just likes a good scare,…

When Haunted Objects Find You: The Story of Sally the Doll At Ghost Augustine, we’ve seen our fair share of haunted history and spine-chilling encounters-but sometimes, the paranormal doesn’t wait for a tour to start. It shows up when you least expect it. That’s exactly what happened to Yvonne, one of our longtime team members….

How Trigger Objects Come to Life on our Investigations If you’ve ever been on one of our ghost tours or investigations, you know we love combining haunted history with hands-on experiences. Two of our favorite tools to use during the Everdark Express and Para4ce Investigations are what we call trigger objects – items designed to get the attention of spirits and invite interaction. Trigger objects are items we place in haunted spots to encourage a response from the other side. Think of them as gentle invitations – especially in places where spirits might feel shy or stuck in a different time. Let’s take a look at two of our guest’s favorite tours: The  Everdark Express and The Para4ce Investigation and how we use two of our favorite trigger objects in each: The Paranormal Music Box and the Teddy Pod. The…

Give Mom a Mother’s Day She’ll Never Forget – with a Ghost Tour in St. Augustine! Let’s be honest—Mom has enough mugs, candles, and bath bombs to last a lifetime. This year, why not surprise her with something totally unexpected? If your mom’s the type who loves history with a haunted twist, or gets goosebumps…