Location: St. Andrews
Top Things to do in St. Andrews
The 10 Best Points of Interest & Landmarks in St. Andrews, Scotland
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. The Swilcan Bridge
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4.5 based on 797 reviews
The famous Swilcan Bridge on the 18th hole of the Old Course at the Home of Golf. The bridge was originally built over 700 years ago so shepherds could move their flock across the Swilcan Burn which meanders through what is now the 1st and 18th fairways. Today the Swilcan Bridge, with the 'Auld Grey Toun' providing the most beautiful of backdrops, is one of the most iconic settings in golf. So much more than a little stone crossing, the Swilcan Bridge is the history of the game, it's the magic moments, it's felt the footsteps of the true greats.
Reviewed By bbeatson
A must visit and photo opportunity for golf lovers. Sunday is the only day to visit and take pictures at this golf history site unless you are lucky enough to plat the Old Course!
2. Martyrs' Monument
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4.0 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By JimmyJackk - San Marcos, United States
Symbolizes the protestants who were killed in the 1500's over religious beliefs. Built in 1842 near the 18th green of the old course.
3. St Andrews Harbour Trust
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4.0 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By 1945DJM - Montrose, United Kingdom
This is always worth a visit as it is so photogenic whatever the weather. This visit was especially good as it was so sunny. The walk round the harbour is always good.
4. Gavin Douglas Memorial Plaque
5. Dunino Den
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4.0 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By pookahrabbit - Reading, United Kingdom
This spot does have the most wonderful atmosphere which is hard to explain. Worth a visit and judge for yourself- I think you will find you feel the urge to come back another time. The natural setting alone is truly beautiful but there is so much more to this...
6. The West Port
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4.0 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By craigluscar - Dunfermline, United Kingdom
One of the landmarks in St Andrews is this arch that formed one of the many gates into St andrews it is the only one standing in its original position ,built in 1587 and modelled on Paris’s Porte Saint-Honore. and refurbished in 1843 .With the main car parks located at the west end of the town pedestrians have to walk through the arch to the town centre .
7. Blackfriars Chapel
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4.0 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By N8699PYpeterw - Oxford, United Kingdom
Interesting remains of an old monastery. Not much to see but get a real feel for the history. Close to other interesting sites
8. Bishop Wardlaw Statue
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4.0 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By thetravellingmanUk
Visited St Andrews today with my daughter to meet a relative. The previous reviews prompted me to find this statue when we were in the town. I have visited St Andrews on countless occasions but never knew this part existed, let alone the statue. My relative took me directly to it! For the benefit of other visitors who are unfamiliar with the area, the entrance to the University's quadrangle is located in South Street (next to Parliament Hall) and is accessed through a small archway, and the statue itself is sited on the lawn. Bishop Henry Wardlaw was the founder of St Andrews University, and the unveiling of the statue which took place on the 30th June 2013 by the Chancellor of the University, Sir Menzies Campbell marked the 600th anniversary of its foundation. The Bishop Wardlaw Statue was sculpted by David Annand from the small nearby village of Kilmany in Fife. Whilst visiting the statue within the quadrangle be sure to take the time to look at the other interesting attractions on site which include the largest recorded Holm Oak tree in Scotland, and the Hawthorn bush which was thought to have been planted by Mary Queen of Scots in the 1560's. A lovely sheltered and relaxing spot, which I would definitely recommend seeking out if visiting St Andrews.
