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Overview

For the golfer and non-golfer, there is something for everyone on these award-winning tours. Your guide will give a passionate all-round insight into how the game developed through St Andrews unique history as you explore the University and cathedral with graves of the Tom Morris family and Allan Roberston. Then to the Palace and a leafy stroll to the Old Course learning of the Open and Old Course history, finishing with a photoshoot on the Swilkan Bridge.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

North Street, Scotland, KY16 9AD, United Kingdom

Please be on time as the tours will not wait. All tours start outside front entrance of T-Squared.

End Point

End point

Tours finish on the Old Course - Right at the heart of the game!

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. T-Squared Social
Tours start here with your guide. This is Tiger Woods and Justine Timberlake's new Bar/restaurant with virtual golf and other sporting activities.
Duration: 2 mins
2. University of St Andrews
Learn about Scotland's oldest University established 1413. Visit St Salvator's College and University Chapel.
Duration: 10 mins
3. St Andrews Cathedral
Learn about the iconic ruins of the Cathedral and pay your respects to golfing greats Old and Young Tom Morris, Allan Robertson and Jamie Anderson.
Duration: 20 mins
4. St Andrews Castle
Find out about this former Bishops Palace, then as we walk to the Old Course hear about Tom Morris and Allan Robertson and how the Open Championship began.
Duration: 10 mins
5. Old Course
Learn about the evolution of both golf and Old Course development, together with some of the adjoining landmarks.
Duration: 40 mins
6. Swilcan Bridge
Tours finish with a photo opportunity on the famous bridge with details of nearby iconic buildings. Excludes tournament days.
Duration: 10 mins

Inclusion

Professional English speaking local guide

Exclusion

On Viator we also have a private St Andrews Town, Golf and Old Course Walking Tour

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

A fluent command of English is essential for all participants. Speaking slowly or translating does not work

Under 5s free, not suitable for under 2s

Not suitable for Baby strollers/carriages

There is nowhere to leave any of the above or golf clubs etc while on tour so make other arrangements and do not ask!

As part of your tour, you will be by the Old Course and walk across the 1st/18th fairway. You will do this at your own risk and you must keep an eye out for golf balls during live play!

Not suitable for travelers with walking difficulties (walking slowly)

Not suitable for hip/knee problems, sprained ankles, walking frames, crutches or mobility scooters

Supplied by St Andrews Tours

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