St Andrews Golf Oriented History Tours - Town and Old Course
St Andrews Golf Oriented History Tours - Town and Old Course
Tour times 10am, 12 noon, 2pm and 4pm, 7 days a week throughout the year (check booking calendar for any exclusions).Your guide is author and historian Richard Falconer who is endorsed by noted St Andrews Golf Historian and author David Joy. These are golf-orientated historical tours of St Andrews, giving an all-round insight into what makes St Andrews so unique. There is something for everyone on these tours.
The golfing enthusiast generally knows a lot about golf in St Andrews, so these tours feature lesser-known aspects of the game, but not everyone is into golf, so these tours also appeal to those looking to find out more about St Andrews. Alongside being the 'Home of Golf', this was the seat of the Catholic Church in Scotland for 419 years. They created the Cathedral and the Palace, formed Scotland's first University here in 1413, and among their number were the early protagonists for the game of golf itself.
Book This ExperienceA glimpse of the journey
Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Hotel du Vin St Andrews
Tours start here with your guide, author and historian Richard Falconer.
2 minutesGreyfriars Inn
Learn about the Dunhill Championship and a few ties with this Inn.
5 minutesUniversity of St Andrews
Learn about Scotland's oldest University established 1413. Visit St Salvator's College and University Chapel.
10 minutesSt Andrews Cathedral
Explore the iconic ruins of the Cathedral where 124 noted Golfers are buried, including the Tom Morris family, Allan Robertson and Jamie Anderson.
20 minutesSt Andrews Castle
Find out about this former Bishops Palace.
10 minutesOld Course
Learn about the evolution of golf, the rules and Old Course development, together with some of the adjoining landmarks.
40 minutesSwilcan Bridge
Tours finish with a photo opportunity on the famous bridge with details of nearby iconic buildings.
10 minutesIncluded
- Professional English speaking guide Richard Falconer, author/historian
Not Included
- Gratuities
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Participants must understand English well
- Under 5s free, not suitable for under 2s
- Not recommended for travelers with walking difficulties (walking slowly)
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Do not come on a tour if you have cold - cough and sneezing etc and covid is a given.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.