Situated on the north-east coast of Fife, St Andrews is a former royal burgh, internationally renowned for its historical and religious heritage. St. Andrews is Scotland’s oldest University town famously known for its associations with world golf. The town is easily explored on foot with a mix of University buildings found alongside shops and restaurants. The West Sands is a beautiful beach used as a location for the movie Chariots of Fire. Named after the Patron Saint of Scotland, St. Andrews was the ecclesiastical capital of Scotland from mediaeval times to the reformation. Saint Rule is said to have brought the Apostles’ remains westwards and landed at this location in the 8th century. The University of St Andrews was founded in 1412, the first in Scotland and the third oldest in Great Britain. The historical Castle ruins date back to the year 1200 though the remains are mainly 16th Century. The Cathedral also lies in ruins and in the grounds stands St Rule’s Tower, at 108 feet tall it marks the site guiding pilgrims to the place of Saint Andrew’s relics. Other historical sights include the Parish Church of the Holy Trinity, Chapel of the Blackfriars and the Martyrs Monument. The Royal and Ancient Golf Club founded here in 1754, over looks the first tee of the Old Course, the favourite venue of The Open Championship, oldest of the major golf championships. There are 7 other links courses in the area. Opposite is The British Golf Museum displaying a variety of golfing facts including the earliest surviving rules. Other leisure and sporting facilities are the New Picture House Cinema and The East Sands Leisure Centre, on the outskirts of the town. The Sea Life Centre is also a family favourite with its extensive collection of fish, rock pools and seals.
Attraction
Blackfriars Chapel
British Golf Museum
Cambo Gardens
Craigtoun Country Park
Craigtoun Park Miniature Railway
East Sands
Scotland's Secret Bunker
St Andrews Aquarium
St Andrews Botanic Garden
St Andrews Castle and Visitor Centre
St Andrews Cathedral
St Mary’s Church, Kirkheugh
West Sands
Caravan Park
Cairnsmill Caravan Park
Craigtoun Meadows Holiday Park
Kinkell Braes Caravan Site
Care Home
Charity
The Association for International Cancer Research
Classes
Dance - Jenny King's Academy of Dance
Yoga - Margo Romberg
Dentist
Dental Surgery
Farmer Dental Practice
Doctor
Doctors Surgery
St Andrews Health Centre
Estate Agent
Bradburne & Co
Drummond Cook & Mackintosh
Murray Donald & Caithness
Pagan Osborne
Rollo Davidson McFarlane
St Andrews Lettings
Farmers Market
Golf Club
Best Western Scores Hotel
Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa
The Royal & Ancient Golf Club
Holiday Park
Craigtoun Meadows Holiday Park
Woodland Holidays
Hostel
Inn
Inn At Lathones
St Michaels Inn
Performing Arts
St Andrews University Madrigal GroupPub and Bar
Broons Restaurant & Bar
Inn At Lathones
New Inn
Old Castle Tavern
Peat Inn (The)
Raisin
Stables
Victoria
Whey Pat Tavern
Restaurant
Bella Italia
Best Western Scores Hotel
Broons Restaurant & Bar
Cafe India
Claytons Bistro
Dolls House
Eating Place
Gin House
Glass House restaurant
Grill House Restaurant
Le Rustique
Littlejohn's Restaurant
New Balaka Restaurant
Old Manor Country House Hotel
Peat Inn (The)
Raisin
Rufflets Country House Hotel
Seafood Restaurant
The Byre Theatre Restaurant
Vine Leaf
Ziggys
School
Canongate Primary School
Langlands Primary School
Lawhead Primary School
Saint Leonards and Sixth Form College
Self-Catering
Birkhill Castle
Cambo House
Mackays Holiday Cottages & Lodges
Mackays Holiday Cottages & Lodges
Scotland Cottages
The Farmhouse
Solicitor
Donald Ian Alexander Thomas
Murray Donald & Caithness
Taxi
Am Pm Taxis
Club Cars
Colme Taxis
Golf City Taxis
Jay Taxis
McNicoll Taxis
Town and Country Taxis
Williamsons Taxis
Theatre
Sports Clubs
Sportif St Andrews (Martial Arts)
St Andrews University Judo Club (Martial Arts)
Shops
Innes J & G Ltd
Ladyhead
Smith John & Son Ltd
Blackwells
Kathy Phillips
Boots
Allanhill Farm
St Andrews Garden Centre
Acorn Pet Centres
Kenneth W Craig
A C Scott
Reith's
D E Shoes
G Ferguson
The Country Gift Collection
Specsavers
Julian Graves
Fat Face
White Stuff
Antiques
20th Century Decorative Arts
David Brown
Methuselahs
Activities
Skydive St Andrews(Airsports)
Places to Stay near St Andrews
West Port (0.04 miles)
The West Port Bar & Kitchen is one of the most popular bar restaurants in St Andrews town centre. Recently refurbished to combine contemporary design with traditional comfort, the West ... More
Greyfriars Hotel (0.22 miles)
A warm welcome to Greyfriars...Our delightful hotel nestles in the heart of historic St. Andrews. Fine food, exquisite luxury and the true warmth of Scottish hospitality ensure our guests have ... More
Pilmour Hotel (0.22 miles)
The Pilmour Hotel was extensively refurbished in 2010 and is now under the ownership of the adjacent Ardgowan Hotel . The Pilmour is a 2 minute walk to the 1st ... More
The Golf Inn (0.22 miles)
Albany Hotel (0.25 miles)
Peacefully situated in the heart of historic St Andrews this elegant Georgian terraced house dates from 1795. We are close to Castle Cathedral,the University, cinema, Byre Theatre, shops,restaurants and a ... More
St Andrews Golf Hotel (0.28 miles)
Situated just a 9 iron from the first tee of the Old Course, this recently refurbished, boutique hotel offers true Scottish hospitality with a personal touch along with the ideal location to both relax and ... More | visit website
Best Western Scores Hotel (0.28 miles)
Whether you're travelling on business or pleasure, looking to see the sights in St. Andrews or experience the thrill of the Old Course firsthand we look forward to welcoming you to the Best Western Scores ... More | visit website
Rusacks Hotel (0.29 miles)
Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa (0.56 miles)
Bordering the renowned 17th ‘Road Hole’ of the Old Course in the Home of Golf, the Old Course Hotel enjoys a spectacular location overlooking the famous links courses, the West Sands beach and the beautiful ... More | visit website
Rufflets Country House Hotel (1.60 miles)
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