Private St Andrews Town, Golf and Old Course Walking Tour
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Explore over 2,000 years of history on this guided walking tour through St Andrews, the birthplace of golf. Led by a professional local guide, visit all the major sites like the Cathedral ruins and the Old Course. This tour not only reveals the rich heritage of St Andrews but also its significant role in the evolution of golf itself. With something for everyone, this tour is Ideal for both the golfer and non-golfer but the tour is not suitable for under 5s. A public variation of this tour is also available on Viator: St Andrews Tours: Town, Golf and Old Course History - Enjoy a private exclusive guided tour with a professional local guide - Discover all the major St Andrews' landmarks, including the Cathedral and the Old Course - Capture memorable photos en route to having bucket list photos on the Swilkan Bridge! - Tours run daily from March to October with a duration of 2 hours
Inclusions
What's included
- Professional English speaking local guide
- Professionally taken photos (with your phone) on the Swilkan Bridge (excludes tournament days)
Itinerary
A little about the historical significance of the 15th century church.
Part of St Andrews university this picturesque haven is St Mary's College and dates to 1538.
Originally dating to 1160, this former Knights Templar tenement is one of the oldest buildings in the centre of St Andrews.
Scotland's top ice cream store and cafe!!
Dating to 1383, this was once the grand public entrance to the Cathedral precincts.
Character. filled post graduates residence with parts dating to circa 1100 and a hidden medieval garden.
The Grand Cathedral ruins. Once the eclesiastical seat of the Catholic church in Scotland. We explore its history, the history of the town and visit a grave and two family plots of early golfing pikonnering giants: Tom Morris family, Jamie Anderson and Allan Robertson.
Originally built as the St Andrews Bishops Palace in 1200 and having been rebuilt at least three times, its ruins remain as a testiment to the wealth and power the Catholic church held here for over 400 years.
Th flagship of St Andrews University where we visit the 15th century university chapel.
Erected October 2024, the statue of Old Tom stands as a homage to the grandfather of golf.
Visit the 18th green, 1st tee, 1st/18th fairway learning of the development of the course and the game of golf plus anecdotes and memorable golfing moments.
Opportunity for photos on the iconic Swilkan Bridge (excludes tournament/championship days).
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Meet outside the Adamson restaurant in the centre of St Andrews town, located at 127 South Street, St. Andrews, KY16 9UH
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- St Andrews Tours
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Tours not suitable for under 5s
- A fluent command of English is essential for all participants. Speaking slowly or translating does not work.
- Not suitable for Crutches, walking frames, mobility scooters
How it compares in St. Andrews
- Its from-price is 77% below the median of the 46 experiences we list in St. Andrews.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 16 of 46.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About St. Andrews
St Andrews is a medieval coastal town in Fife, the home of golf, with Scotland's oldest university, a ruined cathedral and castle, and long sandy beaches.
St Andrews stands on the east coast of Fife, on a rocky shore beside the North Sea, and is known throughout the world as the home of golf, which has been played on the Old Course since the fifteenth century. The University of St Andrews, founded in 1413, is the oldest in Scotland and among the oldest in the English-speaking world, and students in red gowns are a familiar sight in the stone streets.
Top-ranked sights in St. Andrews: University of St. Andrews.
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