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St Andrews

St Andrews, Scotland’s world-famous Home of Golf, is known for its historic university, medieval streets and gorgeous traditional buildings. Standing proudly on the east coast and within half an hour from Dundee and less than two hours from Edinburgh and Glasgow, the town is filled with exciting things to see and do, from St Andrews Cathedral to nearby Scotland’s Secret Bunker.

 

Great things to do in St Andrews

Discover the town's fascinating past, explore its stunning surroundings and experience golfing history in the place where it all began.

9 Amazing things to do in St Andrews

With its roots stretching back to medieval times, you won’t be short of things to do in St Andrews.

St Andrews Links

Welcome to the Home of Golf.

Walking in St Andrews and the East Neuk

This gorgeous coastal location boasts many walks and paths to wander along that allow you to explore the area.

Fife

Discover the region of Fife, including holiday ideas, accommodation, travel information and maps, insider tips & fantastic things to see & do.

St Andrews Links offers and packages

Tee off at the Home of Golf.

Fife Coastal Path

The Fife Coastal Path runs 117 miles (188 km) from Kincardine in the south of Fife to Newburgh up on the banks of the River Tay.

Top days out ideas

It's not all about playing golf in St Andrews, check out these exciting ideas for days out.

St Andrews Cathedral

Visit the remains of St Andrews Cathedral, which was once Scotland’s largest cathedral and most magnificent church.

St Andrews Botanic Garden

Home to sand dunes, meadows and meandering grass paths.

St Andrews Castle

Explore these dramatic ruins perched on the coast, and learn more about the history of the castle and more.

Kingsbarns Distillery

Located near St Andrews, Kingsbarns Distillery sits in a charming 18th century farm steading, featuring an exhibition, tours & tastings.

World Golf Museum

Come and experience the history of golf in a unique location, just yards from the world famous Old Course.

St Andrews Highland Games

Enjoy a celebratory day of traditional Highland Games with athletics, pipes and drums.

Inspiring routes, trails & itineraries

Get out and about in St Andrews and nearby.

Kingsbarns beach in St Andrews

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Follow a route

Explore the local area further with one of these tours or itineraries

  • St Andrews & the fishing villages of Fife
  • 7 Days in the east of Scotland
  • Fife 191
  • Fife Pilgrim Way
  • Welcome to Fife - Home of Golf

See what's on in St Andrews

Experience what's going on across St Andrews, from sporting activities to music and festivals. 

West Sands, St Andrews

Alfred Dunhill Links Championship, 1–4 October 2026 – Don't miss Alfred Dunhill Links Championship over the historic Old Course at St Andrews, Carnoustie & Kingsbarns.

Artisan Markets St Andrews, various dates – This monthly market features a grand selection of traders and stalls selling delicious food, drink, arts and crafts and more.

StAnza, March 2027 – Celebrate poetry through a vibrant programme of readings, performances and discussions. Bringing together acclaimed poets and emerging voices, the event offers an inspiring and engaging cultural experience.

Wardlaw Museum – Venture inside the prestigious University of St Andrews and get involved in the exhibition and events calendar on offer.

Map of St Andrews

Explore St Andrews

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Travel to and around St Andrews

Getting to St Andrews

Bus and coach

Buses to St Andrews run from Dundee, Edinburgh and Glasgow.

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Train

You can catch the train from Edinburgh or Aberdeen to the nearby town of Leuchars and take a short bus ride to St Andrews.

Find out more on travelling around St Andrews by train

Driving

The journey times by car are roughly:

  • Edinburgh: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Glasgow: 1 hr 40 mins
  • Dundee: 30 mins

Flying

You can fly into Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Glasgow and travel onto St Andrews from there.

Aberdeen International Airport

Edinburgh International Airport

Glasgow International Airport

Glasgow Prestwick Airport

 

Getting around

Walking

St Andrews is a lovely compact town, so you'll be able to explore easily on foot and walk to all the attractions, shops, eateries and pubs.

Find out more on walking around St Andrews

Bus and coach

There's a great bus service that runs throughout the town and connects St Andrews with other places in the area, including the charming fishing villages in the East Neuk of Fife and the city of Dundee.

Find out more on travelling around by bus

Vehicle hire

If you'd prefer to have your own wheels, you can rent a bike in St Andrews or hire a car in Cupar or Dundee.

Find out more on EV charging points around St Andrews

The waterfront at St Andrews

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Places to stay in St Andrews

From luxury spa hotels and elegant guesthouses to cosy beachside B&Bs, you'll find the perfect accommodation for your trip to St Andrews.

  • Accommodation in St Andrews
Find more places to stay in Fife.

Jannettas Gelateria

Places to eat in St Andrews

St Andrews is full of tasty treats, cafes and restaurants to try. It's coastal location makes it a great place to try fresh Scottish seafood, and a stop off at Janettas is a must for any ice cream lover. 

  • Food from Fife
  • Eat Walk St Andrews Food Tour

St Andrews West Sands Beach and Golf Course

Find information on accessible trips

Make your stay in St Andrews extra special with these accessibility tips.

  • Euan's Guide Fife

Explore nearby

From St Andrews, it’s easy to uncover even more of Scotland. Experience the dramatic landscapes of Perthshire, the cultural excitement of Edinburgh, or the vibrant energy of Dundee & Angus.

Edinburgh & The Lothians

Discover the Lothians region and the city of Edinburgh, with holiday ideas, accommodation, travel information and maps & fantastic things to see & do.

Dundee & Angus

Explore Dundee & Angus, a beautiful, historic and vibrant region packed with fantastic things to see and do.

Perthshire

Enjoy the perfect holiday in Perthshire with plenty of things to do, including family-friendly days out or adrenaline fuelled outdoor activities.

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