TRAVEL ADVICE 10 Best Things To Do In St. Andrews, Scotland

1.) St Andrews Cathedral

St Andrews Cathedral might be in ruins but it’s one of the oldest buildings in St Andrews. Founded back in 1158, it’s been around for nearly one thousand years

2.) St Andrews University

\I know, I’m biased after studying at St Andrew’s, but you have to explore some of St Andrew’s historic university buildings. After all, like I said before

3.) St Andrews Botanic Garden

Established in 1889 by the University of St Andrews it is home to a large collection of exotic and local plants which is free to enter if you’re a studen

4.) St Andrews Castle

\Right on the rugged coastline of the town, visiting the castle is one of the best things to do in St Andrews to explore the town’s long history

5.) West Sands Beach

St Andrews has some incredible beaches, with West Sands being my absolute favourite. Stretching all the length of the new course (golf),

6.) Stroll around St Andrews

Okay, so, in my opinion, one of the best things to do in St Andrews is to take a stroll around town. Anywhere between, The Scores and South Street are typically considered the ‘old town centre

7.) St Rule’s Tower

In St Andrew’s Cathedral, heading to the top of St Rule’s Tower is one of the best things to do in St Andrews when you’re exploring the east of the town

8.) St Andrews Golf Course

Nestled on the western fringes of St Andrews, you can’t miss the world-famous golf course. You’ll easily spot the new course and the old course if you’re heading to West Sands for a stroll

9.) PH Sign

As you stroll North Street, be sure to look out for the PH cobblestones (at this point on Google Maps). You see, these cobbles are the site where Patrick Hamilton was burned at the stake in 1528

10.) Butts Wynd

]After viewing the PH cobbles, make sure to wander down the fondly named, Butts Wynd. It’s a small alley that takes you from North Street to The Scores

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