Between its ancient ruins and world famous golf courses. St Andrews is a great town to explore and you should definitely visit on your trip to Scotland.
Is there anything to do in St Andrews?
- A golf experience
- Visit St. Andrews Cathedral
- University of St Andrews
- St Andrews Castle
- Explore the harbour
- Walk the city
- Visit the beach
- Sit at a Cafe
- Drop in to a pub
What is the best time of the year to visit St Andrews Scotland?
Summer time can be very busy, so the best time to visit would be Spring (April – May) & Autumn (September – October). Spring is particularly good as it is the driest time of the year.
Do you need a car in St Andrews?
St Andrews is a small town, and you could get around easily by walking. However, if you do decide to drive around St Andrews, please be aware that parking is limited and that it can be difficult to find a space at certain times of year.
Is there free parking in St Andrews?
The largest free car park is just off the Petheram Bridge roundabout, on the way into St Andrews from the West. Cars can be parked here for the whole day without charge which is great.
What is special about St Andrews?
St Andrews is known widely as the “home of golf” because it is in this ancient place that the game of golf originated and evolved . According to the earliest surviving document from 1552, the “playing at golf” on the links adjacent to the “water of eden” was granted permission by Archbishop Hamilton. The Old Course is the most famous golf course in the town and probably in the world. St Andrews receives droves of “golf pilgrims” every year.
Can the public play St Andrews?
If you have a handicap certificate you can play The Old Course as it and all seven courses at St Andrews are open to the public. Tee times can be booked online, although if you want to play The Old Course, tee times are allocated through a traditional ballot system.
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