St. Andrews Castle Tours and Tickets

Famed across the globe as the Home of Golf, St. Andrews has more than just links to offer. Discover its history and lesser-known aspects of the beautiful game when you join these golf-oriented heritage tours, led by local author and historian Richard Falconer. Visit the Links, the Golf Inn, and the ruins of St. Andrews Cathedral, last resting place of over 100 noted golfers; discover the castle’s gory history and Scotland’s oldest university too.

In a town as ancient as St. Andrews, there is sure to be paranormal activity. Join local author and paranormal guide Richard Falconer on a ghost tour around St. Andrews, and explore the real-life stories it’s hiding. No actors, myths, or jump-scares, this is a tour of some of St. Andrews’ ancient sites. Learn about the unseen world of the paranormal on this unique tour.

Learn more about St. Andrews than is possible wandering around alone by booking this guided walking tour. In a small group, your guide will bring the town to life as you take a leisurely stroll to such attractions as St Andrews' Cathedral, St Andrews' Castle, the Old Course, the University of St. Andrews and hidden gems that most visitors miss.

While St. Andrews is famous for being the birthplace of golf, follow your historian guide Richard Falconer to see what else this historic town has in store. Explore the dark history of St Andrews, and learn about its famous guests over the years including Mary Queen of Scots. Learn about how the town and university were looking for the lost treasure of the famous cathedral for 50 years.

Swap the city streets for the watery expanse of Loch Ness on a 2-day tour that saves you hours of advance planning. Letting someone else drive allows you to devote your full attention to the Scottish Highlands and saves you the stress of navigating unfamiliar roads, while a cap of 16 travelers ensures an intimate atmosphere.

This tour combines stunning East Neuk fishing villages, the beautiful Falkland Palace and St Andrews: a place of history, culture and golf.

Learn all about the ancient city of St Andrews along with golf history with a historian guide. As well as being the birthplace of golf, St Andrews has a world-famous university and cathedral, visited by monarchs and royalty for hundreds of years. Hear about the Pictish kings and clans who once lived here, and the Scottish royals who called this place their home. See gothic architecture side by side with humble fisherman’s cottages, and explore side streets and hidden closes you wouldn’t find on your own.

Ticking off Fife’s dispersed attractions can be difficult on limited time. Cruise between sights in St Andrews and beyond on a private day tour, with round-trip transfer from a location of your choice by air-conditioned Mercedes Benz. Discover highlights including the Holy Trinity Church, the Old Course at St Andrews, and Kingsbarns Distillery, and absorb coastal views along the East Neuk of Fife.

We specialise in creating Scottish adventures for individuals. As our tours are personally tailored to your interests, you will leave with a feeling of satisfaction knowing that you've seen what you wanted, how you wanted. Hailed as “miniature Scotland”, the ancient Kingdom of Fife is a must for avid wanderlusters longing for outstanding Scottish culture - in just a day! Enjoy, relax and just switch off. Get to know the country and its people, immerse yourself in nature and tradition. At TRIPorganiser Scotland we know where to find something special. Trust us with your with valuable travel time. Authenticity is our top priority.

Explore the home of golf with a local guide from the comfort of a traditional black taxi cab. See the historic architecture of the town, and visit St Andrews Cathedral and the university—both important in Scottish history, and your guide will tell you all about them. If you like, visit the iconic links golf course, or pop by the St Andrews Aquarium, located at the bottom of a steep cliff. See the dramatic coastline and experience the countryside all in one day.

Swap the crowds and rigid itineraries of most typical tours for a private and personalized experience of St. Andrews. This guided tour from Edinburgh takes you to the highlights of St. Andrews, including the Old Course, as well as the charming fishing village of Anstruther and the opulent Falkland Palace.

Combine the convenience of a guided tour with the flexibility of independent exploration. This audio tour lets you explore St. Andrews, and learn about its unique history, at your own pace, starting and stopping whenever you choose.

Visiting St. Andrews from Edinburgh typically requires catching both a train and a bus, or crowding onto a tour bus. Skip the hassle with this private tour that takes you from Edinburgh to the highlights of St. Andrews, stopping at the charming villages of South Queensferry and Anstruther along the way.

On this tour you will explore some historic fishing ports and sandy beaches along the craggy coastline of Fife’s East Neuk. First stop is Anstruther, a busy seaside village famous for its award -winning fish and chips which taste even better eaten in the fresh air overlooking the lovely harbour. Next stop: Crail, a charming fishing village with plenty of buildings of historical interest, including the Tollbooth with its tower dating from about 1600. Get ready to take some pictures of the UK´s most photographed harbour. Finally, we head to St Andrews, known for its historic university, medieval streets and gorgeous traditional buildings. Whilst there, we will walk around the Cathedral of St Andrew, a ruined cathedral built in 1158 which became the centre of the Medieval Catholic Church. Please note we will not go inside of the Castle. There will also be plenty of time to wander around before we drive you back to your ship. Walking is involved. Missing you already !!

Getting to St Andrews from Edinburgh typically involves a train and a bus. Skip the hassle and enjoy a more relaxed experience with this private day tour. Traveling by a Mercedes V Class vehicle, you'll visit highlights including the Holy Trinity Church and the Old Course then head around the beautiful coastal East Neuk of Fife, which is dotted with charming fishing villages. Includes round-trip transfer from your hotel, station, or port.

Your Sightseeing Tour starts from Glasgow, ensuring a great start your chauffeur will do a full introduction and point out all the on-board facilities in the vehicle. Once the formalities are out of the way they will run through the itinerary for the day.

Welcome to SCOTLAND: we can say that paradise !. This wonderful country has been rated in 2017 by reference publications in the world of Tourism and Leisure Travel as the most beautiful country in the world. On this impressive 5 day Tour / Vacation we are going to take you to experience and taste almost three quarters of the impressive Scotland or Alba in their Original Celtic language Scottish Gaelic. From the East Coast, the two huge National Parks, the Northeast Coast of the North Sea to the beautiful island of reference for outdoor cinema Skye, we are not going to miss practically anything along the way. This Tour is a selection of all the variety that this ancient and mystical country can offer us in just five wonderful days. MAY BE CONTRACTED IN PRIVATE OR OPEN GROUP.

Tour of 6 days + 5 nights + accommodation + full breakfasts included. Airport and hotel transfers included. Hogmanay celbration. Optional dinners. 460 Miles / 740 Km. This great 5-day Tour and Vacation program can be booked throughout the year. Obviously, due to its title and content, the most indicated date is December 27 of each year, however the program can be carried out throughout the year enjoying free time during the Christmas performances. Live with us the magical and famous Christmas in Edinburgh and its HOGMANAY! You will also visit the most famous places in Scotland including Loch Ness! For the whole family, group or making new friends! Regions to visit: Magical Edinburgh - The Caledonian Canal - Loch Ness - Cairngorms National Park - Perthshire - The Highlands - Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park - Lochaber - The Kingdom of Fife and much more!

Visit the university town of St Andrews on a private day trip from Edinburgh. Famous for being the ‘home of golf,’ St Andrews is known for attractions like the Old Course and Swilcan Bridge, which you’ll see on this tour with a private guide. Walk around town and enjoy time to buy lunch and shop a bit, if you like, before returning to Edinburgh via the East Neuk of Fife. This private tour can be customized to suit your interests.

This is a unique tour that when booked can be adjusted to suit the places and time you may want to spend on your tour. Truly a wonderful tour that will bring memorable time in Scotland.

Get out of the vehicle for a nature walk at Loch Leven Nature Reserve Visit the ancient burial locations of Scottish Kings and Queens at Dunfermline Abbey Travel through the Kingdome of Fife and walk the streets of St Andrews and have the chance to visit the Castle and Cathedral

Explore St Andrews the way you want to, spend quality time with a local and get a real taste for our beautiful town. With flexible meeting and end points, and a dedicated local guide, maximise your time in St Andrews on a private tour. A quaint town beaming with locals, students from all over the world and even royalty, St Andrew’s is charming, whichever way you look! From the international home of golf, to the world’s third oldest university, with one of the most beautiful shorelines on the east coast, there’s something for everyone in this idyllic town. Join us on a 2 hour leisurely stroll around the main sights of the town with an expert, local guide and learn things you wouldn't learn visiting yourself. Discover St Andrews as you walk in the footsteps of golfing legends, royals, heretics who were burned at the stake, famous cats and those who live in St Andrews today

Witness the beauty and elegant architecture along with sweeping coastal views as we take in the sights through the Kingdom of Fife. Cobbled streets, cottages and winding lanes remind us of a bygone era. The Kingdom of Fife is a stunning rural location across the Forth Bridges just north of Edinburgh which will lead us to the world-famous home of golf at St Andrews. Journey through the royal and ancient Golf Club, University, Castle and Cathedral in this dramatic small town. Your tour is entirely private: just you and your own group (of up to 7 people). With a door-to-door service, experience the ultimate in luxury travel onboard one of luxury Mercedes MPVs. Our spacious and comfortable vehicles offer ample room for you to relax and stretch out during your journey. We are also dedicated to preserving the beauty of Scotland and have adopted measures to preserve the country's natural beauty by protecting and conserving its landscapes, wildlife, and habitats.

A castle, a cathedral, and the oldest university in Scotland - St Andrews is home to iconic stories that have shaped Scotland's past and present, but this tour isn't for the lighthearted. From wild rabbits overtaking the Old Course to a mysterious poisonous sausage massacre and even the plague, St Andrews is steeped in dark, mystic history. Walk in the footsteps of gangsters, murderers, and marytrs. Tour highlights: The Rabbit War Al Capone's link to St Andrews The ghost of Tom Morris The sausage massacre …& much more!