Private Tour
Private St. Andrews: Home of Golf Old Course Walking Tour
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
**SELLS OUT IN SUMMER - please book early to avoid disappointment**
St Andrews; the home of golf. What better way to discover St Andrews golf legacy and the Old Course than with a local expert! With a local guide, maximise your time in St Andrews on a private tour.
Do something different and discover the controversies and quirks of golf, as well as a local insight into the politics of golf in the town. Get the insider scoop to the Royal and Ancient politics from a local outsider - without the bias.
From the origins of the sport, and spending time on the 1st, 17th & 18th fairways, finish off with a photo on the famous Swilken Bridge, discover our incredible legacy with your local guide. You'll also see where some of the most famous shots in golf history took place (The Sands of Nakajima, Eisenhower on the Old Course etc.).
Discover:
Royal and Ancient Club
Royal and Ancient Golf Museum
1st Tee & Fairway
Putting Green
17th Green
18th Fairway
Swilken Bridge
…and many more hidden gems!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Expert, local guide
What To Expect
Martyrs' Monument
Meet your golf expert guide at Martyr's Monument
The R&A World Golf Museum
Discover the famous Royal and Ancient Golf Museum, shrine to the history of golf and it's players (view from the outside only)
Options
Large Groups (7+ people)
Larger Group Size
Small Groups (1-6 people)
Reviews
29 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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Suzanne T,
May 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our tour was professional and informational. We really enjoyed our time at St. Andrew’s and learned so much history.
A fabulous golf history...
Patti W,
May 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00A fabulous golf history lesson! Knowledgeable, friendly & interesting! We highly recommend! In awe of st Andrews!
Richard was personable...
claudia h,
May 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00Richard was personable and very informative. He was an excellent tour guide and was able to answer all my husbands questions. My husband loves golf and said today that this tour was the highlight of our trip to Scotland for him!
Nice tour with an...
Brian V,
Apr 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00Nice tour with an excellent tour guide. He was knowledgeable but all things St Andrews and answered all of questions.
Ask for John!
Joe S,
Apr 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00John is a spectacular guide! Grateful that our family had the opportunity to spend time with him. This tour is a must for families.
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