St Andrews Daily Walking Tour of Must-Sees (11am & 2pm)
by Walking Tours in St Andrews
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
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This 1.5-hour walking tour of St Andrews starts with a local guide meeting participants at a central location. The route covers the town’s main sights in a clear order, beginning with the Martyrs' Monument, where the guide explains the Scottish Reformation and the martyrs recognized in the city. Next, the tour visits the New Course at St Andrews Links, offering exterior views and information about the world-famous golf links and the Old Course. The walk continues to the Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews, with an exterior visit and details about its role in golf history. Participants then see St Andrews Castle from the outside while learning about its significance in Scotland’s religious wars. The tour proceeds to St Andrews Cathedral, where the guide discusses its history and importance, followed by a walk around the University of St Andrews, Scotland’s oldest university, observing its historic buildings and quads from outside. The route includes a stop at the Hamish McHamish Statue, dedicated to the town’s famous cat. The tour also passes the St Andrews Town Hall, highlighting the industries that have supported the town over time. The final stop is at the West Port, an ancient gateway that has welcomed millions into St Andrews. The guide shares stories throughout the walk about the town’s traditions and modern life. The tour is offered daily at 11am and 2pm and includes a local guide; no other extras are provided.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Martyrs' Monument
Stop for about 5 minutes to learn about Scotland's Reformation and the martyrs recognized in St Andrews.
5 min
New Course at St. Andrews Links
A 5-minute exterior visit to the world-famous golf links, including the Old Course seen from outside.
5 min
The Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews
Spend 10 minutes outside the exclusive Royal and Ancient Golf Club while the guide explains its significance.
10 min
St Andrews Castle
View the remains of St Andrews Castle for about 5 minutes and hear about its role in religious conflicts.
5 min
St Andrews Cathedral
Walk outside St Andrews Cathedral for 10 minutes, learning about martyrs and ministers connected to the site.
10 min
University of St Andrews
A 10-minute walk around the University’s historic buildings and quads, admiring the oldest university in Scotland from outside.
10 min
Hamish McHamish Statue
Stop briefly to see the statue dedicated to Hamish McHamish, the famous cat of St Andrews.
St. Andrews Town Hall
View the Town Hall exterior for 10 minutes while learning about local industries that supported the town.
10 min
The West Port
Conclude the tour with a 10-minute stop at the West Port, the ancient gateway welcoming visitors to St Andrews.
10 min
Meeting point
Next to Martyr's Memorial
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
St Andrews Daily Walking Tour of Must-Sees (11am & 2pm)
by Walking Tours in St Andrews
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.£30Overview
This 1.5-hour walking tour of St Andrews starts with a local guide meeting participants at a central location. The route covers the town’s main sights in a clear order, beginning with the Martyrs' Monument, where the guide explains the Scottish Reformation and the martyrs recognized in the city. Next, the tour visits the New Course at St Andrews Links, offering exterior views and information about the world-famous golf links and the Old Course. The walk continues to the Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews, with an exterior visit and details about its role in golf history. Participants then see St Andrews Castle from the outside while learning about its significance in Scotland’s religious wars. The tour proceeds to St Andrews Cathedral, where the guide discusses its history and importance, followed by a walk around the University of St Andrews, Scotland’s oldest university, observing its historic buildings and quads from outside. The route includes a stop at the Hamish McHamish Statue, dedicated to the town’s famous cat. The tour also passes the St Andrews Town Hall, highlighting the industries that have supported the town over time. The final stop is at the West Port, an ancient gateway that has welcomed millions into St Andrews. The guide shares stories throughout the walk about the town’s traditions and modern life. The tour is offered daily at 11am and 2pm and includes a local guide; no other extras are provided.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Martyrs' Monument
Stop for about 5 minutes to learn about Scotland's Reformation and the martyrs recognized in St Andrews.
5 min
New Course at St. Andrews Links
A 5-minute exterior visit to the world-famous golf links, including the Old Course seen from outside.
5 min
The Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews
Spend 10 minutes outside the exclusive Royal and Ancient Golf Club while the guide explains its significance.
10 min
St Andrews Castle
View the remains of St Andrews Castle for about 5 minutes and hear about its role in religious conflicts.
5 min
St Andrews Cathedral
Walk outside St Andrews Cathedral for 10 minutes, learning about martyrs and ministers connected to the site.
10 min
University of St Andrews
A 10-minute walk around the University’s historic buildings and quads, admiring the oldest university in Scotland from outside.
10 min
Hamish McHamish Statue
Stop briefly to see the statue dedicated to Hamish McHamish, the famous cat of St Andrews.
St. Andrews Town Hall
View the Town Hall exterior for 10 minutes while learning about local industries that supported the town.
10 min
The West Port
Conclude the tour with a 10-minute stop at the West Port, the ancient gateway welcoming visitors to St Andrews.
10 min
Meeting point
Next to Martyr's Memorial
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.