Private St Andrews Town, Golf and Old Course Walking Tour
St Andrews Tours
Explore over 2,000 years of history on this guided walking tour through St Andrews, the birthplace of golf. Led by a professional local guide, visit all the major sites like the Cathedral ruins and the Old Course. This tour not only reveals the rich heritage of St Andrews but also its significant role in the evolution of golf itself. With something for everyone, this tour is Ideal for both the golfer and non-golfer but the tour is not suitable for under 5s. A public variation of this tour is also available on Viator: St Andrews Tours: Town, Golf and Old Course History - Enjoy a private exclusive guided tour with a professional local guide - Discover all the major St Andrews' landmarks, including the Cathedral and the Old Course - Capture memorable photos en route to having bucket list photos on the Swilkan Bridge! - Tours run daily from March to October with a duration of 2 hours
Departure Point
- Meet outside the Adamson restaurant in the centre of St Andrews town, located at 127 South Street, St. Andrews, KY16 9UH
Return Details
- Tours finish outside the Jigger Inn, the ultimae 19th hole with unrivaled views anywhere in the golfing world.
Duration
2 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: St Andrews Cathedral
The Pends, St. Andrews
A little about the historical significance of the 15th century church.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: St Andrews Castle
St. Andrews Castle The Scores, , St. Andrews
Part of St Andrews university this picturesque haven is St Mary's College and dates to 1538.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: The Old Course
West Sands Rd, St Andrews, St. Andrews
Originally dating to 1160, this former Knights Templar tenement is one of the oldest buildings in the centre of St Andrews.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: The Jigger Inn
Old Station Rd, The Old Course Hotel Golf Resort and Spa, St. Andrews
Scotland's top ice cream store and cafe!!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Holy Trinity Church
South Street, Scotland KY16 9NL
Dating to 1383, this was once the grand public entrance to the Cathedral precincts.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: St Mary's College Library, incorporating the King James Library - University of St Andrews
South Street, Scotland KY16 9JU
Character. filled post graduates residence with parts dating to circa 1100 and a hidden medieval garden.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Old Tom Morris Statue
Golf Place, Scotland KY16 9JD
The Grand Cathedral ruins. Once the eclesiastical seat of the Catholic church in Scotland. We explore its history, the history of the town and visit a grave and two family plots of early golfing pikonnering giants: Tom Morris family, Jamie Anderson and Allan Robertson.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: The Pends Gate House
The Pends, Scotland KY16 9QL
Originally built as the St Andrews Bishops Palace in 1200 and having been rebuilt at least three times, its ruins remain as a testiment to the wealth and power the Catholic church held here for over 400 years.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: School of History (Mediaeval History) - University of St Andrews
71 South Street, Scotland KY16 9QW
Th flagship of St Andrews University where we visit the 15th century university chapel.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: St Salvator's College
North Street, Scotland KY16 9AL
Erected October 2024, the statue of Old Tom stands as a homage to the grandfather of golf.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Deans Court
North Street, Scotland KY16 9QT
Visit the 18th green, 1st tee, 1st/18th fairway learning of the development of the course and the game of golf plus anecdotes and memorable golfing moments.
Duration: 35 minutes
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Tours not suitable for under 5s
- A fluent command of English is essential for all participants. Speaking slowly or translating does not work.
- Not suitable for Crutches, walking frames, mobility scooters
- There is nowhere to leave luggage, shopping or golf clubs etc while on tour, so make alternative arrangements
- Not suitabe for those with new knee/hip replacements, sprainked ankles etc.
- Professional English speaking local guide
- Professionally taken photos (with your phone) on the Swilkan Bridge
Redemption Instructions
Important: Your ticket carries virtually no tour information so it is irrelevant for this tour - we will know who you are so you don't need it. You do however need to refer to your confirmation email for all the important tour details including meeting point and parking details etc.
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.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
Explore over 2,000 years of history on this guided walking tour through St Andrews, the birthplace of golf. Led by a professional local guide, visit all the major sites like the Cathedral ruins and the Old Course. This tour not only reveals the rich heritage of St Andrews but also its significant role in the evolution of golf itself. With something for everyone, this tour is Ideal for both the golfer and non-golfer but the tour is not suitable for under 5s. A public variation of this tour is also available on Viator: St Andrews Tours: Town, Golf and Old Course History - Enjoy a private exclusive guided tour with a professional local guide - Discover all the major St Andrews' landmarks, including the Cathedral and the Old Course - Capture memorable photos en route to having bucket list photos on the Swilkan Bridge! - Tours run daily from March to October with a duration of 2 hours
Departure Point
- Meet outside the Adamson restaurant in the centre of St Andrews town, located at 127 South Street, St. Andrews, KY16 9UH
Return Details
- Tours finish outside the Jigger Inn, the ultimae 19th hole with unrivaled views anywhere in the golfing world.
Duration
2 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: St Andrews Cathedral
The Pends, St. Andrews
A little about the historical significance of the 15th century church.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: St Andrews Castle
St. Andrews Castle The Scores, , St. Andrews
Part of St Andrews university this picturesque haven is St Mary's College and dates to 1538.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: The Old Course
West Sands Rd, St Andrews, St. Andrews
Originally dating to 1160, this former Knights Templar tenement is one of the oldest buildings in the centre of St Andrews.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: The Jigger Inn
Old Station Rd, The Old Course Hotel Golf Resort and Spa, St. Andrews
Scotland's top ice cream store and cafe!!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Holy Trinity Church
South Street, Scotland KY16 9NL
Dating to 1383, this was once the grand public entrance to the Cathedral precincts.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: St Mary's College Library, incorporating the King James Library - University of St Andrews
South Street, Scotland KY16 9JU
Character. filled post graduates residence with parts dating to circa 1100 and a hidden medieval garden.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Old Tom Morris Statue
Golf Place, Scotland KY16 9JD
The Grand Cathedral ruins. Once the eclesiastical seat of the Catholic church in Scotland. We explore its history, the history of the town and visit a grave and two family plots of early golfing pikonnering giants: Tom Morris family, Jamie Anderson and Allan Robertson.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: The Pends Gate House
The Pends, Scotland KY16 9QL
Originally built as the St Andrews Bishops Palace in 1200 and having been rebuilt at least three times, its ruins remain as a testiment to the wealth and power the Catholic church held here for over 400 years.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: School of History (Mediaeval History) - University of St Andrews
71 South Street, Scotland KY16 9QW
Th flagship of St Andrews University where we visit the 15th century university chapel.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: St Salvator's College
North Street, Scotland KY16 9AL
Erected October 2024, the statue of Old Tom stands as a homage to the grandfather of golf.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Deans Court
North Street, Scotland KY16 9QT
Visit the 18th green, 1st tee, 1st/18th fairway learning of the development of the course and the game of golf plus anecdotes and memorable golfing moments.
Duration: 35 minutes
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Tours not suitable for under 5s
- A fluent command of English is essential for all participants. Speaking slowly or translating does not work.
- Not suitable for Crutches, walking frames, mobility scooters
- There is nowhere to leave luggage, shopping or golf clubs etc while on tour, so make alternative arrangements
- Not suitabe for those with new knee/hip replacements, sprainked ankles etc.
- Professional English speaking local guide
- Professionally taken photos (with your phone) on the Swilkan Bridge
Redemption Instructions
Important: Your ticket carries virtually no tour information so it is irrelevant for this tour - we will know who you are so you don't need it. You do however need to refer to your confirmation email for all the important tour details including meeting point and parking details etc.
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.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
Need To Know Info
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.