Private St Andrews Town Tour for Future Students

5.0(3)1 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Walking Tours in St Andrews

About this activity

Are you or your loved one joining St Andrews University? Or are you considering St Andrews as an option for study? Join a locally-guided private walking tour with a current student/recent graduate around St Andrews town and university.

Join your student/graduate guide, discovering the history and culture of St Andrews. Explore St Andrews as you walk in the footsteps of golfing legends, royals, heretics who were burned at the stake, famous cats and those who live in St Andrews today! Your local guide will bring St Andrews to life.

The guide will also show you some of the best local spots for students and answer any queries you have about living/being a student in the town. Gain an insider's view to St Andrews before you start studying here.

What's included

✓Private guide

Meeting and pickup

Please meet your guide at the Martyr's Monument on The Scores. Your guide will be wearing an orange jacket and/or lanyard.

Good to know

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.

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