What to do and see in Fife, Scotland: The Best Specialty Museums

March 20, 2022 Leonardo Torrence

Discover the best top things to do in Fife, United Kingdom including Museum of Communication, University of St Andrews Observatory, Sproson Contemporary Art Gallery, British Golf Museum, The Scottish Fisheries Museum, The St Andrews Preservation Trust Museum, Museum of the University of St Andrews, Scottish Vintage Bus Museum, Kirkcaldy Galleries, Lathalmond Railway Museum.
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1. Museum of Communication

131 High Street, Burntisland KY3 9AA Scotland +44 1592 874836 [email protected] http://www.mocft.co.uk/
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5.0 based on 29 reviews

Museum of Communication

We exhibit communications technology from the pre-electric optical telegraph to the latest state-of-the-art web cams and mobile phones. We mount themed exhibitions throughout the summer months, which are designed to stimulate, entertain and educate the public.

2. University of St Andrews Observatory

University of St. Andrews Buchanan Gardens, St. Andrews KY16 9LZ Scotland http://observatory.wp.st-andrews.ac.uk/
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

University of St Andrews Observatory

138 South Street, St. Andrews KY16 9EQ Scotland +44 1334 474331 [email protected] http://www.sprosongallery.com
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Sproson Contemporary Art Gallery

Sproson Contemporary Art Gallery St Andrews promotes and exhibits Contemporary living artists in every media including original painting, sculpture, collage, photography, mixed media. Our exhibitions offer an eclectic mix of styles and prices to suit every ardent art lover and collector. We also offer a range of artist prints, cards and frames. We are open Tuesday to Saturday 10-6 pm.

4. British Golf Museum

St Andrews Bruce Embankment, St. Andrews KY16 9AB Scotland +44 1334 460046 [email protected] http://www.britishgolfmuseum.co.uk/
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4.5 based on 364 reviews

British Golf Museum

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!!

5. The Scottish Fisheries Museum

St Ayles , Harbourhead, Anstruther KY10 3AB Scotland +44 1333 310628 [email protected] http://www.scotfishmuseum.org/
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4.5 based on 393 reviews

The Scottish Fisheries Museum

*New opening times Wed-Sun 10:00 - 3:00 (last admission 1 hour before closing) Adults £9, Concessions £7, accompanied children, carers and NHS staff free. Book online at www.scotfishmuseum/visit-us.php Independent charity-run museum covering the history of the Scottish fishing industry and its people from the earliest times to the present. A range of modern and traditional displays, dioramas and interactives provide something for everyone.

Reviewed By Maisie2222 - Leyland, United Kingdom

Be prepared to spend a couple of hours in this fascinating museum with its wealth of memorabilia and full sized boats of many types. There's artefacts, photos and things to interest all ages and it's a unique insight into a vanishing world. Afterwards, sample one of the many brilliant fish and chip shops along the sea front and you'll newly appreciate the bravery of the fishing crews that caught your meal.

6. The St Andrews Preservation Trust Museum

12 North Street, St. Andrews KY16 9PW Scotland +44 1334 477629 [email protected] http://www.standrewspreservationtrust.com
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4.5 based on 60 reviews

The St Andrews Preservation Trust Museum

A social history museum in a 17th century house , dedicated to preserving the social history of the vibrant town of St Andrews. Enjoy displays of Victorian shops, Great-Granny's Wash-house and our tranquil gardens.

Reviewed By itchyfeet2014 - Glasgow, United Kingdom

Nauldy has just given an excellent review so I will not repeat the accurate content. It is a brilliant museum and so quaint and chocolate box pretty from the outside that you cannot fail to be drawn in. The social history inside is great. Some things from my early childhood are there so a real nostalgia trip as well as interesting local history. I was drawn in to see the garden. Thinking it would be tiny I was amazed to find a relatively large, compartmentalised garden. Just wonderful in this urban area. Plenty of history, loved the blacksmith are and the laundry room. A modern twist has been added with a sensory garden. Do visit. Our time here was enhanced by the lovely volunteers and talking to the garden convenes, whose enthusiasm was infectious. A donation in the box would be appreciated too.

7. Museum of the University of St Andrews

7A The Scores, St. Andrews KY16 9AR Scotland +44 1334 461660 [email protected] http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/museums/
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4.5 based on 157 reviews

Museum of the University of St Andrews

The Museum of the University of St Andrews (MUSA) is a free museum displaying some of the amazing treasures from the University's collection of over 112,000 artefacts. The Museum is located on the Scores in St Andrews and is home to St Salvator's Mace, which is still used in Graduation and Welcome ceremonies to this day. The museum has four galleries, a 'Learning Loft' and a viewing terrace with stunning panoramic views over St Andrews Bay. MUSA is family friendly and its galleries feature a number of fun hands-on interactives as well as an art cart which is full of creative activities for children from dressing up to drawing. Free admission.

Reviewed By jackieh522 - Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Very informative, beautiful building with great sea views on the terrace, colourful exhibition. Enjoyed it very much.

8. Scottish Vintage Bus Museum

M90 Commerce Park Lathalmond Lathalmond, by Dunfermline, Dunfermline KY12 0SJ Scotland +44 1383 623380 http://www.svbm.org.uk
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4.5 based on 126 reviews

Scottish Vintage Bus Museum

Reviewed By 910shaunr

this is a gem of a museum hidden away in the Fife countryside,buses dating from your childhood to present day,just having a seat inside the buses you saw and used from childhood to being teenager,brings back so many forgotten memories,well worth a visit

9. Kirkcaldy Galleries

Abbotshall Road, Kirkcaldy KY1 1YG Scotland +44 1592 583213 [email protected] http://www.onfife.com/venues/kirkcaldy-galleries
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4.5 based on 156 reviews

Kirkcaldy Galleries

Kirkcaldy Galleries is a fresh, contemporary space for visitors to enjoy with a modern Library, Museum exhibitions, Art Galleries, Local & Family History Room, Visit Scotland Information Centre, Cafe, Shop and a host of other services, including Free Internet.

Reviewed By tracymT4822AN - Fife, United Kingdom

We love going along to the art galleries and library, the staff are lovely, bookbug is fantastic, Lauren is brilliant and we loved the singing and dancing as well as Lauren’s fun socks hehe. There is always something for the kids to do, the explorer expedition is amazing, there is also a kids area in the galleries upstairs where we draw, make stick people, shapes, and wooden flowers, the kids hunt for clues to win stickers or a treat, the library is fab too we spend at least an hour in the library each visit, and we always get to take away a great selection of books. Parking is good, lifts available, cafe and a lovely memorial garden too.

10. Lathalmond Railway Museum

M90 Commerce Park Lathalmond Lathalmond, Dunfermline KY12 0SJ Scotland [email protected] http://www.shed47.org
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4.5 based on 8 reviews

Lathalmond Railway Museum

SHED47 Railway Restoration Group welcomes you to Lathalmond Railway Museum, situated within the grounds of our friends the Scottish Vintage Bus Museum.

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