Fife

Fife’s coast is awash with trendy villages, sandy beaches and hidden coves. Feel the breeze in your hair along the Fife Coastal Path, a superb walking trail that connects Fife’s seaside towns and harbours, such as Anstruther, Crail and Pittenweem. In St Andrews, ancient university buildings and the world-famous Old Course sit alongside wide stretches of golden sand. In Scotland’s newest city, Dunfermline, the old abbey holds the secrets of Fife’s past. When the day draws to a close, catch the sunset over the water as shades of red and gold collect in the sky above the iconic Forth bridges. 

He that will view the county of Fife, must go round the coast...

Daniel Defoe, from A Tour Thro' the Whole Island of Great Britain

Historic buildings, charming harbours and unforgettable coastal golf courses are never far away in Fife. 

Golfing heaven

Tee it up on some of the most fun and historic courses in the world. At the heart of it all lies St Andrews, home to the Old Course and regarded as the birthplace of golf. But Fife boasts many more outstanding courses, including Kingsbarns Golf Links and the dramatic clifftop fairways at Elie, making it a dream destination for golfers. 

Play golf in Fife 

Palaces, abbeys and royal history 

Step into Scotland's royal past at the magnificent Falkland Palace, once a favourite retreat of the Stuart monarchs. Dunfermline Abbey, the final resting place of Robert the Bruce, is another monumental space that will connect you with Scotland’s past.  

Explore Fife's heritage

Coastal charm in the East Neuk

The East Neuk is a string of distinctive fishing villages that hug Fife's coastline. Wander the appealing streets of Anstruther, discover the quaint harbour at Pittenweem, or soak up the artistic atmosphere of Crail. This is a real taste of the Scottish seaside with colourful cottages, seafood dining and spectacular coastal walks. 

Be charmed by the East Neuk

The Forth Bridge UNESCO World Heritage Site

Marvel at this incredible feat of engineering, a true 19th century masterpiece of the industrial age still going strong. The Forth Bridge connects Fife to the Lothians and Edinburgh and there is something magical about watching trains cross between its famous red arches.

Enjoy a brilliant bridge

Take a walk through storybook villages, breathe in fresh sea air and uncover centuries of history at every turn. With colourful harbours and royal connections, life in Fife is pretty special.  

Crail

Watch fishing boats bob in the harbour as you stroll along cobbled streets lined with tiny fishing cottages. Pause for fresh seafood by the waterfront and soak up classic views across the Firth of Forth from one of the East Neuk’s most picturesque villages.

Take it easy in Crail

Culross

Travel off-season to this perfectly preserved village where cobbled streets, old style houses and royal history transport you back centuries into the past. It's a great spot for an autumn or winter adventure when the lanes are quieter and you can savour a warming hot chocolate in one of the local cafés as you watch the world go by.

Discover historic Culross

Falkland 

This village that feels frozen in time, with beautiful historic buildings and a magnificent royal palace at its heart. Explore independent shops, relax in welcoming cafés and venture into the surrounding countryside beneath the rolling Lomond Hills.

Go back in time in Falkland

Pittenweem

Follow winding lanes down to a bustling harbourfront where fishing boats still bring in the daily catch. Browse independent galleries, discover hidden corners filled with local creativity and enjoy the lively atmosphere that gives Pittenweem its unique flavour.

Enjoy the seaside in Pittenweem