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- English
Led by local town/golf historian and author Richard Falconer, these tours give a passionate all-round insight into how the game developed through St Andrews unique history. As you explore St Andrews the tour entwines town history with the game we know and love. Visit the University and Cathedral with graves of the Tom Morris family and Allan Roberston, then to the Palace. The tour culminates at the Old Course and a photoshoot on the Swilkan Bridge.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please be on time as the tours will not wait. All tours start outside front entrance Hotel du Vin on the Scores.
Tours finish on the Old Course - Right at the heart of the game!
Itinerary
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Tours start here with your guide, author and historian Richard Falconer.
2 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Learn about Scotland's oldest University established 1413. Visit St Salvator's College and University Chapel.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Learn about the iconic ruins of the Cathedral and pay your respects to golfing greats Old and Young Tom Morris, Allan Robertson and Jamie Anderson.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Find out about this former Bishops Palace, then as we walk to the Old Course hear about Tom Morris and Allan Robertson and how the Open Championship began.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Learn about the evolution of both golf and Old Course development, together with some of the adjoining landmarks.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Tours finish with a photo opportunity on the famous bridge with details of nearby iconic buildings. Excludes tournament days.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A fluent command of English is essential for all participants. Speaking slowly or translating does not work
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Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A fluent command of English is essential for all participants. Speaking slowly or translating does not work
- Under 5s free, not suitable for under 2s
- Not suitable for Baby strollers/carriages
- There is nowhere to leave any of the above or golf clubs etc while on tour so make other arrangements and do not ask!
- As part of your tour, you will be by the Old Course and walk across the 1st/18th fairway. You will do this at your own risk and you must keep an eye out for golf balls during live play!
- Not suitable for travelers with walking difficulties (walking slowly)
- Not suitable for hip/knee problems, sprained ankles, walking frames, crutches or mobility scooters
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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