St Andrews Things to Do

One of Europe’s finest towns, St Andrews is a place renowned for history, learning and culture, a wonderful coastal resort, and the world’s home of golf.

If you thought St Andrews was just about golf, think again! Yes, there are 10 great courses locally to choose from. Guests also come here to enjoy the historic buildings, the spectacular beaches, the fascinating museums, and a vibrant arts and cultural scene. There are also many spectacular walks including the popular Fife coastal walk.

With around 60 restaurants and cafes to choose from, you’ll never tire of eating out in St Andrews. You’ll find the highest-quality cuisine, making the best use of Scotland’s world-famous produce. But dining needn’t break the bank – our fish and chips, Chinese, Indian, Italian and Thai options are second to none!

With its cobbled streets and old buildings, St Andrews is a fabulous place to shop. You’ll be amazed at the range of high-quality independent stores, as well as recognizing some familiar high-street names. Fashion, gift and golf aficionados are particularly well catered for.

Dining

With around 60 restaurants and cafes, you’ll never tire of eating out in St Andrews.

You’ll find the highest-quality cuisine, making the best use of Scotland’s world-famous produce. But dining needn’t break the bank – our fish and chips, Chinese, Indian, Italian and Thai options are second to none!

Some of our favourite places for eating and drinking in St Andrews include:

• Little Italy
• Jannettas Gelateria
• The Vine Leaf Restaurant
• Cromars – Fish & Chips
• Hams Hame

Golf

St Andrews is The Home of Golf and is one of the world’s best golfing experiences you can have. Golf was invented here, back in the 15th Century.

Breathe in the fresh sea air as you hone your golf skills on St Andrew’s famous links courses – some of the finest and most authentic links courses in the world.

There are 10 unique St Andrews golf courses for you to play:

• The World-Famous Old Course
• New Course
• Jubilee Course
• Strathyrum Course
• The Castle Course
• Eden Course
• Balgove Course
• The Torrance Course
• The Kittocks Course
• The Duke’s Course

Scotland is also home to numerous other world-famous courses and has hosted many top Golf tournaments, including the Open and the Ryder Cup. Click Here for more information on Golfing in Scotland.

History and Culture

St Andrews has a wide range of historic buildings, fascinating museums, and a vibrant arts and cultural scene to enjoy and explore.

Here are some of our top Historic and Cultural attractions for you to consider:

• St Andrews Cathedral
• St Andrews Castle
• Blackfriars Chapel
• Scotland’s Secret Bunker
• Chapel of St Mary on the Rock
• Martyrs’ Monument
• Kellie Castle
• The Byre Theatre
• Hill of Tarvit Mansion House
• Museum of the University of St Andrews
• St Andrews Museum
• British Golf Museum

Places to Visit

St Andrews is the ideal location to explore different parts of Scotland. If you would like to explore further afield, there are many options available, including car hire, bus tours, and rail travel to all of the major Scottish cities.

Some of the best places nearby to visit are:

• Edinburgh Castle
• Fife Coastal Route
• Southern Uplands Way
• Scone Palace
• V&A Museum
• Stirling Castle
• Wallace Monument
• Gleneagles Golf Course
• Carnoustie Links Golf Course
• Cairngorms National Park
• Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park

Attractions

St Andrews has something to suit everyone of all ages and interests.

Some of the most popular attractions and things to do include:

• St Andrews Beach
• Craigtoun Country Park
• St Andrews Botanic Garden
• St Andrews Aquarium
• Scotland’s Secret Bunker
• The Scottish Deer Centre
• Eden Mill Distillery and Brewery