What You Will Do
Award-winning walking tours of St Andrews with noted guide, author and historical researcher Richard Falconer.
St Andrews is one of the most unique and surprising locations in the world. It is no secret that St Andrews is a sought-after destination, being the Home of Golf and incorporating Scotland's first University, but there has been a vibrancy here for well over 1000 years. It culminated in the rise and fall of the Cathedral precincts, symbolic of the greatest seat of Catholic power outside Rome itself in Europe for over 400 years - and the treasures they housed may still be here!
You will hear about the formation of St Andrews, the university and Royalty through the ages from Pictish Kings to Mary Queen of Scots and Prince William. You will also hear all about golf at the Old Course.
It is fair to say St Andrews has it all, and you will find out all about it on this informative and thought-provoking tour as you wander through its iconic historic precincts.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
All tours meet in Church Square outside The Bothy Restaurant behind Holy Trinity Church (formerly Dolls House Restaurant).
1
St Mary's College
10 minutes
This is the second college of the University of St Andrews and being just off the beaten track it is a haven of peace.
2
Jannettas Gelateria
2 minutes
The top ice cream parlour in Scotland!
3
St Andrews Cathedral
20 minutes
The seat of the Catholic Church and the Rome of Scotland for hundreds of years.
4
St Andrews Harbour Trust
10 minutes
The old fishing harbour of St Andrews
5
St Andrews Castle
10 minutes
The former Bishop's Palace is explained outside the grounds.
6
University of St Andrews
10 minutes
See the oldest part of St Andrews University and visit St Salvators chapel.
7
Old Course
30 minutes
The home of golf and the most prestigious golf course in the world.
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