---
title: Potters Wax Museum
slug: potters-wax-museum-st-augustine
type: attraction
sub_type: museums
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/potters-wax-museum-st-augustine
city: St. Augustine
state: FL
country: US
address: 31 Orange St.
geo:
  lat: 29.89751
  lng: -81.31494
cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T20:43:42.104Z
price_from:
  amount: 16.99
  currency: USD
  unit: per_adult
availability: InStock
rating:
  value: 4
  count: 799
  scale: 5
ticket_options:
  - group: Other Options
    options:
      - name: Museum Admission
        price: 16.56
        regular_price: 18.8
        savings: 2.24
        ticket_types:
          - name: Adult (13+ yrs)
            min_age: 13
          - name: Child (4-12 yrs)
            min_age: 4
            max_age: 12
---
## Overview

Visit icons of yesteryears and today at the Potter's Wax Museum in historic St. Augustine, FL. Established in 1947, it is the oldest wax museum in the U.S., featuring over 160 wax figures ranging from Hollywood celebrities to political figures.

## What's Included

- Admission to Potter's Wax Museum with access to over 160 wax figures.
- Self-paced and self-guided tour of iconic figures in history, science, politics, and pop culture.

## What's Not Included

No information provided.

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## Ticket Options

- **Museum Admission** — $16.56 (regularly $18.80, save $2.24)
  Enjoy unlimited access to the historic wax museum—St. Augustine is home to the oldest wax museum in the U.S., established in 1949! Enjoy a self-guided tour of over 160 wax figures, ranging from famous Hollywood stars to professional athletes, political figures, and more.
  - Adult (13+ yrs)
  - Child (4-12 yrs)

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## Good to Know

- Located on Orange Street, within Historic Downtown St. Augustine.
- Near other museums, restaurants, and historical sites such as Oldest Wooden Schoolhouse, Old Spanish Trail Zero Milestone, and Old City Gates.
- Family-friendly and free for children ages three and under.
- You can stay as long as you like; guests typically spend approximately 60 to 90 minutes.
- Museum is stroller and wheelchair accessible.

## Cancellation Policy

Free Changes & Cancellations. See details upon selection.

## FAQs

### Where is Potter’s Wax Museum-St. Augustine located?

Potter’s Wax Museum is at 31 Orange St., St. Augustine, FL 32084. Situated near several historical sites, such as the Oldest Wooden Schoolhouse, Old Spanish Trail Zero Milestone, Old City Gates, and more.

### Who created Potter's Wax Museum?

Potter's Wax Museum-St. Augustine was founded and created by George Potter in 1948.

### Is Potter's Wax Museum a historic landmark? 

Yes, it is a historical St. Augustine attraction. It is the oldest wax museum in the U.S.

### How long is the tour at Potter's Wax Museum-St. Augustine?

It is a self-paced and self-guided tour, but guests typically spend approximately 60 to 90 minutes touring the museum.

### Is this St. Augustine Museum recommended for children?

Yes, absolutely! Wax Museum (St. Augustine) is enjoyable for kids and adults alike. Children ages three and under tour the museum for free.

### What are the most famous wax figures at Potter's Wax Museum?

The museum features over 160 wax figures of world-famous non-fictional and fictional personalities, including Harry Potter, Captain Jack Sparrow, Elvis Presley, Michael Jordan, and more.

### Is there parking?

The museum does not have a parking lot. However, you'll find several nearby pay-to-park spaces, including Historic Downtown Parking Facility, VIC Parking Garage, Tolomato Metered And Permit Parking, and more.

### Is it wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the museum is wheelchair and stroller accessible.

## Reviews

> "History nuts delight"
> — terri weston, June 2016