Britain · ST ANDREWS TOURS
Good st andrews tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 12 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Spend 75 minutes walking around St Andrews’ Old Course with a fluent English-speaking local guide. Hear how golf developed, see the 1st and 18th fairways, learn Open history, and pose on Swilcan Bridge when tournament play is not taking place. Finish near the Jigger Inn.
“Good historical information. Thrilled to get on the course”
Walk St Andrews with a local guide such as James, Verity, Cate, or Kirsty, linking the Old Course, university, cathedral, castle, royalty, and local life. This 90-minute English tour is wheelchair accessible, costs $20, and offers a useful first look at town history and golf.
“Perfect introduction to St. Andrew's. We brought our teenage daughters, and they loved it.”
Walk St Andrews with an English-speaking guide such as Richard or Jim, linking university life, cathedral ruins, golfing pioneers, and Old Course traditions. You’ll finish at Swilcan Bridge for photos, with plenty for non-golfers too, but expect a brisk walk and clear English commentary.
“The guide was very very knowledgeable and would go as in depth as we as tourists wanted or kept it surface level if need be! Did very well tying everything together and setting a chronological timeline. Also was able to give great information from being on the “inside” of the course in the past.”
Spend 90 minutes with a private English-speaking guide around St Andrews and the Old Course. See the 1st, 17th, and 18th fairways, the Swilcan Bridge, putting green, R&A World Golf Museum, and sites linked to famous shots. Guides such as John, Carol, James, and Richard tailor the walk to your interests.
“Was a lovely tour! He was very knowledgeable and taught us all about the old course and the history of golf in St. Andrew’s. The weather was perfect and wasn’t very crowded. Highly recommend going on a Sunday in the off peak time.”
Walk through St Andrews with local author and historian Richard Falconer. In 105 minutes, see the harbour, cathedral, castle, university colleges, historic lanes, and Old Course, ending with a photo stop at the Swilcan Bridge. English fluency and comfortable walking shoes are essential.
“We thoroughly enjoyed our tour and learned a lot about the history of St. Andrews! 😊”
Walk St Andrews with a private English-speaking guide for 1.5 to 2 hours. See the Old Course, cathedral, castle, university, St. Salvator’s Chapel, Hamish McHamish’s statue, and more. Guides including Fiona, Carol, CiCi, Jamie, and Dougal tailor the walk to your interests.
“Dougal was a wonderful tour guide! He was funny and knowledgeable. My family and I had a great time learning about St. Andrew's! We highly recommend Dougal if you're looking for a nice walking tour of the town.”
Join local historian Richard Falconer for a brisk 90-minute walk through St Andrews. You’ll see university colleges, the cathedral, castle area, harbour, The Pends, and lesser-known sites tied to 2,000 years of religious, royal, and academic history. English fluency and comfortable walking shoes are essential.
“This tour is a must!! Richard personally researches the history of St. Andrews and shares historically accurate information and stories. This is not a myths and legends tour -- you will leave feeling informed and appreciative of the rich history this lovely town has to offer!”
Travel privately from Edinburgh with a live guide to St. Andrews, its cathedral and castle ruins, West Sands Beach, and the Old Course. Your day also includes Anstruther fish and chips and a view of the Forth bridges at South Queensferry. Guides speak English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu, and Kashmiri.
“Had a lovely time traveling from Ediburgh to St. Andrew's. Sohaib was informative, fun to talk to, and provided safe and efficient transportation for me and my family. He picked us up on time and got us back in time for our dinner reservations. Highly recommend!”
Spend two hours with an English-speaking local guide exploring St Andrews, from the Martyrs’ Monument and Old Course to the castle, cathedral, and university. Finish at Dune cocktail bar with one included premium cocktail. Guides have included Fiona, John, Cate, Cici, and Cordelia.
“Amy was great and Morag who is in training will be get as well. We will use you again!”
Take an eight-hour private Mercedes tour from Edinburgh to St Andrews with an English-speaking driver-guide. See the Forth Rail Bridge, East Neuk fishing villages, St Andrews Castle, Cathedral, and the Old Course. Fraser, Ben, and Michael have each provided warm, personal guiding on recent trips.
“Fraser was amazing! We had a wonderful day. He was knowledgeable and courteous and had a wonderful sense of humor. Highly recommend this tour!”
Walk St Andrews with a current student or recent graduate on this private 1.5-hour tour. See the university, cathedral, castle, market area, cafes, and Old Course while getting practical advice about student life. Guides speak English, and the route is wheelchair accessible.
Walk through St Andrews with an English-speaking local guide and uncover its grim side, from the Rabbit War and Tom Morris’s ghost to the sausage massacre, plague, gangsters, and martyrdom. This private 90-minute tour visits major sights but does not include admission fees.
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