Location: St. Andrews
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St Andrews (Latin: S. Andrea(s); Scots: Saunt Aundraes; Scottish Gaelic: Cill Rìmhinn) is a town on the east coast of Fife in Scotland, 10 miles (16 km) southeast of Dundee and 30 miles (50 km) northeast of Edinburgh. The town is home to the University of St Andrews, the third oldest university in the English-speaking world and the oldest in Scotland. According to some rankings, it is ranked as the third best university in the United Kingdom, behind Oxbridge. The University is an integral part of the burgh and during term time students make up approximately one third of the town's population. St Andrews has a population of 16,800 (in 2012).
Restaurants in St. Andrews
1. G&A Taxis
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5.0 based on 31 reviews
G&A Taxis St Andrews provide private tours. Our experienced, knowledgeable and friendly Drivers will take you on a journey of Scotland that you wont forget, you will discovery Scotland's most historic Castles, scenic lochs, glens and mountains. Travel in Comfort in an Executive Mercedes with free Wifi And Chilled Water. Hourly Hire - Full Day - Half Day - Weekly Hire Cover All Scotland.
2. St Andrews Links
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5.0 based on 1,570 reviews
Recognised the world over as the Home of Golf, St Andrews Links has borne witness to over 600 years of golfing history. That the game evolved and developed into its final form here has never been in question. Golf has been played on the famous Links since as early as the 1400s, and it was here in 1764, when the 22 hole Old Course was reduced, that today's 18-hole round was established, becoming the standard for golf courses the world over. One golf course has now become seven, and many of golf's most dramatic moments have occurred here. The Links has played host to the game's greats as well as those enthusiastic amateurs for whom the chance to play St Andrews' hallowed turf is a dream come true. As well as seven courses, the Links also manages four shops, three clubhouses and a Golf Academy - all open for the public to enjoy.
Reviewed By DriverDee - San Diego, United States
If your into golf this was a trip of a life time. Ive had the opportunity to play at great courses around the country. I play Torrey Pines in San Diego on a regular basis. St.Andrews by far has been the best golf and overall trip I've ever done. Play all the courses at St.Andrews, the staff the restraints the accommodations where all top notch and very reasonable. plan a year in advance and you will not be disappointed.
3. Kingsbarns Golf Links
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5.0 based on 520 reviews
A traditional Scottish links golf course with sea views over 1.5 miles of coastline ranked in the top 60 courses worldwide and top 20 in Europe.
Reviewed By wmccfp - Stuart, United States
Playing our 5th and 6th rounds at Kingsbairns the vistas, the wide array of links like and parkland holes is as good as ever. It’s pricey and while still wonderful Crail, Castle, Torrance offer similar vistas and challenge at a fraction of the price. Our conclusion (our group has played over a 100 rounds in Kingdom of Fife over seven years) is that it’s a wonderful course that’s very playable but the price affects the appreciation over time. Our reluctant conclusion is that we’ve had our last rounds there.
4. The Scottish Clay Shooting Centre
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5.0 based on 207 reviews
Reviewed By Foodiefriendsx6 - Surrey, United Kingdom
We had the best first experience of shooting at SCSC. We were a party of 6 ages ranging from 12- 79, all first time shooters. When we looked online we found the place only opened on Sat's, but sent a cheeky email to ask if there was any possibility of having 6 introductory sessions on a day during the week we were visiting? A very lovely lady, Rosalind, rang and YES we could. On the Friday we turned up, abit apprehensive but we needn't have worried. Andy, our instructor, could not have been nicer. He was very thorough with the safety briefing and off we went. We all hit some of our targets - it is easier when they come towards you!!!!! Andy was there with top tips and advice on how to hit more. The boys were the best - lots of hits even when they were fast and gong away from them. We would recommend this as a great activity for all the family and we will be returning. Thanks Rosalind and Andy.
5. Eden Mill
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5.0 based on 1,025 reviews
NEW DISTILLERY CURRENTLY UNDER CONSTRUCTION. UNFORTUNATELY WE'RE CURRENTLY UNABLE TO ACCEPT VISITORS. Just outside St Andrews, Eden Mill is Scotland's original single-site brewery & distillery. Since 2012 we've been brewing and distilling here, creating a unique and diverse range of beer, gin and whisky.
Reviewed By D361JDlisap - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
What a great afternoon we had blending our own gin and hearing the interesting takes of gin and the history of Eden Mill from Matthew who was very engaging and a fantastic host. Would absolutely recommend.
6. St Andrews Ghost Tours
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5.0 based on 266 reviews
St Andrews is not only the home of golf, it is also the home of ghosts! Join your guide and author Richard Falconer on his award-winning educational tour of St Andrews, exploring the main historic sites together with a great many additionally haunted locations. Up to 4 scheduled tours a day throughout the year. You will discover a wealth of history alongside many corroborated ghostly accounts of those having experienced first-hand the town’s more elusive residents. Running right through the winter months as well as the summer, these popular walking tours are a culmination of research by Richard spanning five decades, some of which will be found in his 3 factual books on the history and paranormal of St Andrews and Fife, including his local bestselling book ‘Ghosts of St Andrews’. Whether you are interested in the paranormal, the history of St Andrews, or both, there is something for everyone.
7. Blendworks St Andrews by Eden Mill
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5.0 based on 134 reviews
Want to make your own gin? Located in the historically beautiful Rusacks Hotel, St. Andrews, and overlooking the iconic 18th hole of the Old Course, we have created a classroom dedicated to flavour. It is here that we are excited to introduce our new gin blending masterclass. In our Blendworks gin blending sessions, we will take you through how we make our gin and the history of gin itself before going through some blind tasting and nosing to help find the ideal botanicals for your very own gin. If you've gone for a more unorthodox combination then do not worry, you will get the chance to try it out before committing to the recipe! You then name your gin before hand blending and bottling your creation, ready to take away in a presentation pack. Even better, we save your receipe on the system so you can reorder it again in the future! We also operate as a shop for our range of beer, gin and whisky and can offer expert advice and samples to help find the ideal product.
Reviewed By Q5972TFlynnec
absolutely amaing afternoon had, brilliant experience with a mix of education and making your own...and the wee take away box is a really special finishing touch ????andrew and matt were fantastic and made for a really fun day, thanks lads ????????????????
8. British Golf Museum
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4.5 based on 364 reviews
Tee off your visit to St Andrews at one of the most iconic golf locations in the world. The British Golf Museum is just 67 yards from the 1st Tee of the famous Old Course. Discover over 500 years of golf history, exclusive shopping and a wonderful Cafe all under one roof. A warm welcome is assured at this 5 star venue.
Reviewed By 757mariannec - Burnham, United Kingdom
Beautifully laid out, multi-media museum, view from 1st floor cafe over Old Course and West Sands absolutely stunning!!
9. St Andrews Cathedral
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4.5 based on 1,949 reviews
St Andrews Cathedral is now open and we are delighted to welcome you back. Booking in advance is essential. Find out more and book at restarthistory.scot. The cathedral grounds will be open Sun to Tues. The remains of St Andrews Cathedral, which was Scotland’s largest cathedral and most magnificent church, show how impressive it used to be. The museum houses an outstanding collection of early and later medieval sculptures and other relics found on the site, including the magnificent St Andrews Sarcophagus of Pictish date. The precinct walls are particularly well preserved. St Rule's Tower, in the precinct, is part of the first church of the Augustinian canons at St Andrews built in the early 12th century. There are splendid views from the top.
Reviewed By Romelle11 - North Easton, United States
Spent a few hours in St. Andrew and walked through the impressive ruins of the cathedral and cemetery.
10. University of St Andrews
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4.5 based on 257 reviews
Founded in 1411, this university forms the centre of town.
Reviewed By kwagmeister - Newburgh, United States
The oldest university in Scotland shares St. Andrews town with the glorious Old Course, making the town a destination point for golfers and those of us who travel with them. Thank goodness for the interesting architecture and parklike grounds of the University, which makes for a lovely walk around town. The University is spread out across the town, with departments tucked in nooks and crannies and student housing just about everywhere. The presence of the University students adds youthful energy to this very old town. We ducked into a church at one point in our walk and found a university student choir rehearsing. Their voices were absolutely beautiful and filled the old church with such life. What a treat. Graduation is next week so there was a lot of sprucing up taking place, making the grounds and buildings all the lovelier.
