St Andrews Tours: Town, Golf and Old Course History
Overview
For the golfer and non-golfer, there is something for everyone on these award-winning tours. Your guide will give a passionate all-round insight into how the game developed through St Andrews unique history as you explore the University and cathedral with graves of the Tom Morris family and Allan Robertson. Then to the Palace and a leafy stroll to the Old Course learning of the Open and Old Course history, finishing with a photo shoot on the Swilkan Bridge (excludes tournament days).
What's Included
- Professional English speaking local guide
- On [BRAND] we also have a private St Andrews Town, Golf and Old Course Walking Tour
Meeting Location
117 North Street
St Andrews KY16 9AD, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
17 The Links
St Andrews KY16 9JE, UK
Tours finish on the Old Course - Right at the heart of the game!
What To Expect
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T-Squared Social
2 minutes Admission Ticket Free
University of St Andrews
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
St Andrews Cathedral
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
St Andrews Castle
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Old Course
40 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Swilcan Bridge
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not suitable for travelers with walking difficulties (walking slowly)
- Not suitable for hip/knee problems, sprained ankles, walking frames, crutches or mobility scooters
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A fluent command of English is essential for all participants. Speaking slowly or translating does not work
- Under 5s free, not suitable for under 2s
- Not suitable for Baby strollers/carriages
- There is nowhere to leave any of the above or golf clubs etc while on tour so make other arrangements and do not ask!
- As part of your tour, you will be by the Old Course and walk across the 1st/18th fairway. You will do this at your own risk and you must keep an eye out for golf balls during live play!
- Calls will not be answered. Text/message or email only.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-46671P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Professional English speaking local guide.
- On Viator we also have a private St Andrews Town, Golf and Old Course Walking Tour.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the St Andrews Tours: Town, Golf and Old Course History is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not suitable for travelers with walking difficulties (walking slowly)
- Not suitable for hip/knee problems, sprained ankles, walking frames, crutches or mobility scooters
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for St Andrews Tours: Town, Golf and Old Course History will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Professional English speaking local guide
- On [BRAND] we also have a private St Andrews Town, Golf and Old Course Walking Tour
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not suitable for travelers with walking difficulties (walking slowly)
- Not suitable for hip/knee problems, sprained ankles, walking frames, crutches or mobility scooters
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A fluent command of English is essential for all participants. Speaking slowly or translating does not work
- Under 5s free, not suitable for under 2s
- Not suitable for Baby strollers/carriages
- There is nowhere to leave any of the above or golf clubs etc while on tour so make other arrangements and do not ask!
- As part of your tour, you will be by the Old Course and walk across the 1st/18th fairway. You will do this at your own risk and you must keep an eye out for golf balls during live play!
- Calls will not be answered. Text/message or email only.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
