St. Andrews

St Andrews Golf Oriented Heritage Tours - Town and Old Course

Badge of ExcellenceSt. Andrews, Scotland

1 hour 45 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Famed across the globe as the Home of Golf, St. Andrews has more than just links to offer. Discover its history and lesser-known aspects of the beautiful game when you join these golf-oriented heritage tours, led by local author and historian Richard Falconer. Visit the ruins of St. Andrews Cathedral, the last resting place of over 100 noted golfers, as well as the castle and Scotland’s oldest university. Learn about the evolution of golf at the Old Course and take a picture of the famous Swilkan Bridge.

Join a local author for a St. Andrews history tour, tailored to golf addicts
Learn about the foundation of St. Andrews and the game of golf
Choice of departure times let you plan your day and fit more in
This tour is held in English and guests must me comfortable with walking

What's Included

Professional English speaking guide Richard Falconer, author/historian

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Hotel du Vin St Andrews
40 The Scores, St Andrews KY16 9AS, UK
Please be on time as the tours will not wait. All tours start outside Hotel du Vin on the Scores.

End point

Swilcan Bridge
17 The Links, St Andrews KY16 9JE, UK
Tours finish on the Old Course - Right at the heart of the game!

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
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
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Reviews

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St. Andrews on the fly

Donald_R, May 2024

Visit and tour was the highlight of our ten-day visit to other spectacular stops in London, Edinburgh and Dublin. Knowing this is a "bucket list" priority for millions of golfers and tourists, our guide Richard was an entertaining historical authority on St. Andrews, the university and the origins of the game. We could not be more pleased and highly recommend this tour if you want see and learn the most during a brief visit to St. Andrews.

Fun Day in St Andrews

Lisa_B, May 2024

We enjoyed our tour very much. Very knowledgeable and passionate on history of Golf and St Andrews. Visited all the noted landmarks. Great. Thank you for suggestions Jiggers Inn for lunch and a round of miniature golf. We enjoyed!

Very good tour

Thomas_W, May 2024

Our guide was very knowledgeable and pleasant. We were amazed about how much history the area had. Recommend this tour.

Great tour

Julie_F, Apr 2024

The tour was excellent. Our tour guide had many stories and great information. The group was 7-9 and a perfect size to hear the guide and make our way through town. I highly recommend this tour for anyone - not just golfers - but a great all around town tour

Perfect tour and guide!

Janet_L, Apr 2024

Great tour, Richard was very knowledgeable and showed pictures along the way that pertained to the tour. Gave a great over view of St Andrews golf and the town. Richard also took the time to take pictures of the different groups with our cameras at the significant points.

Amazing tour!

Janice_R, Apr 2024

This tour was excellent in reviewing the development of the game and as a bonus covered the St. Andrews Cathedral and pilgrimage. Highly recommend this tour for a better understanding of the historic importance of St. Andrews.

Lovely time!

Dawn_M, Apr 2024

Tour was well rounded. Knowledgeable tour guide with a sense of humor. Very enjoyable and covered many areas of St Andrews. Wasn’t just about golf 😊

Superb tour of St Andrews and the history of golf

David_W, Oct 2023

Our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable of St. Andrews and golf history. He also offered to take pictures of us at the Old Course! I could not have asked for a better experience!!!

A must do !

Graeme_C, Oct 2023

Being in St Andrew's during the Dunolly cup wirh Richard as our guide he enhanced the whole experience

Great Tour!

Sarah_H, Oct 2023

Loved this tour! It was very informative and entertaining. Would recommend for anyone interested in the history of golf and St Andrews

Walking around St Andrew...

Addin_T, Sep 2023

Walking around St Andrew old town and Old course was a wonderful Experience , not just for golf afficionado

St. Andrews Olde Course

Karen_G, Sep 2023

Standing on the most famous bridge of golf. Learning a little about the history of the game. Visiting the beautiful university grounds

Interesting and informative!

Vicki_J, Sep 2023

Richard was a great tour guide. I liked the mix of town history and golf history. The pace of the tour allowed for photo stops, but kept us moving. I enjoyed the rich history of St. Andrew’s.

Excellent guide

Phil_S, Sep 2023

Richard is an excellent historian. He made the tour exciting for all of us. He added tidbits about the town and university as well as golf. It was a very enjoyable experience!

Great tour

Rosemary_S, Aug 2023

My husband is a golfer and I love history, this tour was great for both of us! Richard was an excellent tour guide, very interesting, spoke loud enough for all to hear, kept us moving at a good pace. I recommend this tour.

A great tour when in St Andrews

Rebecca_P, Aug 2023

Richard was great and shared a wealth of knowledge with us. We loved hearing the history of St Andrews the city and also the golf course and golf in general.

Great overview of the City/town of St Andrews

Kathleen_D, Aug 2023

St Andrews is not just about golf, as golf wife - I booked this tour for our group after our husbands had finished for day. Learned so much about the history of the Roman Catholic cathedral, cemetery, castle, the college and of course golf. Our guide was very knowledage and answered questions. He was also efficient to keep us moving to on time to see all. Ended with a quick stop at the swilcan bridge for photo op. He gave food and bar recommendations also !

Great Guide

Peter_R, Aug 2023

Richard Falconer brought the history of St Andrews alive in a most enjoyable walk. His dry sense of humour and knowledge of St Andrews and golf was hugely appreciated.

Great idea for a tour

Nina_R, Aug 2023

Interesting information about the history of golf and St Andrew’s. Manageable walking that ends with a nice picture at the Old Course bridge.

Fun, Informative Tour

Janice_H, Aug 2023

We enjoyed hearing about the history of St. Andrews. The highlights were getting our pictures taken on the bridge and the history of golf.