Highlights
Led by local town/golf historian and author Richard Falconer, these tours give a passionate all-round insight into how the game developed through St Andrews unique history. As you explore St Andrews the tour entwines town history with the game we know and love. Visit the University and Cathedral with graves of the Tom Morris family and Allan Roberston, then to the Palace. The tour culminates at the Old Course and a photoshoot on the Swilkan Bridge.
About This Deal
Departure Point
- Please be on time as the tours will not wait. All tours start outside front entrance Hotel du Vin on the Scores.
Return Details
- Tours finish on the Old Course - Right at the heart of the game!
Duration
1 hour and 45 minutes
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Hotel du Vin St Andrews
40 The Scores, St Andrews, Scotland KY16 9AS
Tours start here with your guide, author and historian Richard Falconer.
Duration: 2 minutes
Stop At: University of St Andrews
, , St. Andrews
Learn about Scotland's oldest University established 1413. Visit St Salvator's College and University Chapel.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: St Andrews Cathedral
The Pends, St. Andrews
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 minutes
Stop At: St Andrews Castle
St. Andrews Castle The Scores, , St. Andrews
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 minutes
Stop At: Old Course
West Sands Road, St Andrews, Scotland KY16 9XL
Learn about the evolution of both golf and Old Course development, together with some of the adjoining landmarks.
Duration: 40 minutes
Additional Information
- 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
- Professional English speaking guide Richard Falconer, author/historian
Redemption Instructions
Meeting point is outside the front of Hotel du Vin, 40 the Scores.
Participants must have a fluent command of English. Translating or speaking slowly does not work.
Tours are not suitable for children under 2 years.
As it states on the website, this tour is NOT suitable for those with walking difficulties. This includes those with walking aids.
Do not attempt to come on a tour if you have a cold or flu-like symptoms.
• Tickets are refundable up to 24 hours before your tour.
• Allow plenty of time to park and bring pound coins for parking meters.
• Tours start promptly at the scheduled times:
We do not wait on the off chance of you turning up late. If you think you will be running late you must contact before the tour start time. You will then be advised if you can join the tour or reschedule. Failure to notify negates your right to reschedule. As stated there are no refunds unless cancelled 24 hours in advance or by the tour director. You will not receive a reply once the tour has started.
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to those on the tour who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is cancelled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
• Tours may be occasionally subject to cancellation due to very extreme weather. Please check point of sale when conditions are severe. In the event of cancellation by the team the tour will be rescheduled, tickets can be refunded from the point of purchase.
Any additional costs incurred by patron/s are at their own expense.
• Only guide assistance dogs allowed
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the St Andrews Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
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Fine Print
14-day cancellation rights do not apply; no refunds or exchanges permitted. Voucher valid only for date and time listed; may not be exchanged or redeemed for other dates. Purchaser name and phone number must be provided at checkout; this information will be shared with Viator and the tour operator for purposes of order fulfillment. Groupon promo codes may not be used for this offer. Groupon voucher Terms of Sale do not apply. See the tour operator's terms and conditions for this offer here.
Offer is not eligible for our promo codes or other discounts.