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Private St. Andrews Tour with Dedicated Local Guide

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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 1.5 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

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  • Private Guide

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    The Scores
    St Andrews KY16 9AT, UK

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    End point

    South Street
    St Andrews KY16 9EH, UK

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    Martyrs' Monument

    Hear about the reformation of Scotland and the important Martyr's who are recognised throughout the city.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    The Duke's Golf Course, St Andrews

    Learn about St Andrew's world famous golf links, and the world-renown Old Course (exterior visit only)
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    The Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews

    Discover the Royal and Ancient exclusive golf club (exterior visit only)
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    St Andrews Castle

    Visit St Andrews Castle with your guide and discover its importance in the religious wars (exterior visit only)
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    St Andrews Cathedral

    View St Andrews Cathedral with your guide and walk in the footsteps of martyrs and ministers (exterior visit only)
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    University of St Andrews

    Walk around the University of St Andrews, the oldest university in Scotland - and admire some of the beautiful University buildings and quads (exterior visit only)
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Hamish McHamish Statue

    Say hello to the statue of the famous cat of St Andrews!
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    St. Andrews Town Hall

    Discover the industries that fuelled St Andrews throughout the ages (exterior visit only)
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    The West Port

    The tour ends at the Port Gate which has seen millions of people enter the ancient town
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private St. Andrews Tour with Dedicated Local Guide?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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 (BST). Read more Apr 2025

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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