Private St. Andrews: Home of Golf Old Course Walking Tour
Overview
**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!
What's Included
- Expert, local guide
Meeting Location
The Scores
St Andrews KY16 9AT, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Book Online
Safe & secure Easy breezy Hassle‑free
Martyrs' Monument
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The R&A World Golf Museum
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Himalayas Putting Course
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Old Course
50 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Swilcan Bridge
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private St. Andrews: Home of Golf Old Course Walking Tour?
Cancellation Policy
Still have questions?
We're here to help.
Activity code: C-170900P6
Traveler Photos
Reviews
Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 92 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
Additional Info
Similar Tours & Activities
This Tour is excellent for first-time and returning visitors wanting to get off the beaten track whilst experiencing the Highlights of Scotland on your own...
$504
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...
$185
This private walking tour reveals the historic heart of St. Andrews. Walk through cobbled Old Town streets shaped centuries before the United States. Admire the...
$170
Enjoy a wee walk followed by a premium cocktail in the luxurious setting of Dune cocktail bar. The perfect 2 hours spent; discovering St Andrews...
$81
This Tour is excellent for first-time and returning visitors wanting to get off the beaten track whilst experiencing the Highlights of Scotland on your own...
$504
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...
$185
This private walking tour reveals the historic heart of St. Andrews. Walk through cobbled Old Town streets shaped centuries before the United States. Admire the...
$170
Enjoy a wee walk followed by a premium cocktail in the luxurious setting of Dune cocktail bar. The perfect 2 hours spent; discovering St Andrews...
$81
Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought
SELLS OUT IN SUMMER - book early to avoid disappointment. Our tour is a must do on a visit to St Andrews. Of course, it's...
$21
Mary Queen of Scots, Prince William and Alice in Wonderland all left their mark on St Andrews. On this self-guided audio walk, you past the...
$7
St Andrews Old Course History Tour
These are bucket list award-winning tours with professional local guides. Aimed primarily at those with a more in-depth interest in golf, you will learn about...
$27
For the golfer and non-golfer, there is something for everyone on these award-winning tours. Your guide will give a passionate all-round insight into how the...
$34
SELLS OUT IN SUMMER - book early to avoid disappointment. Our tour is a must do on a visit to St Andrews. Of course, it's...
$21
Mary Queen of Scots, Prince William and Alice in Wonderland all left their mark on St Andrews. On this self-guided audio walk, you past the...
$7
These are bucket list award-winning tours with professional local guides. Aimed primarily at those with a more in-depth interest in golf, you will learn about...
$27
For the golfer and non-golfer, there is something for everyone on these award-winning tours. Your guide will give a passionate all-round insight into how the...
$34
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
Filter by:
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Expert, local guide.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private St. Andrews: Home of Golf Old Course Walking Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private St. Andrews: Home of Golf Old Course Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Expert, local guide
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
