St Andrews Old Course History Tour, for the Golfer | 1 hour 15 minutes

87 Reviews | St. Andrews
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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Professional local guide/historian - 1980s Old Course 1A Professional Caddie
  • Public tour (not private!) - small group size 10 to 15 persons approx
  • Professionally taken photo on the Swilkan Bridge (excludes tournament days)

Overview

These are bucket list award-winning tours with Richard Falconer, author, historian, guide and 1980s Pro A1 Old Course Caddie. Aimed primarily at those with a more in-depth interest in golf, you will learn about the origins and the development of both the game and the Old Course through a timeline spanning the 13th to 20th century, plus the Open history and the Dunhill, finishing with a photo shoot on the iconic Swilkan Bridge (excludes tournament days). Hear memorable Road Hole moments and gain recommendations for a few more things on the bucket list to do while here, including the Himalayas and the Jigger Inn. Round off your tour by the Old Course Jigger Inn. Sundays - Walk on the Old Course fairway - excludes championship/tournament days) No tours from December to February *Check the booking calendar for availability Tours endorsed by famed Golf historian David Joy.

Itinerary

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    Meet Richard outside front of hotel for the start of your shared tour. Please don't be late as these public tours will not wait. Tour start: Gain an overview of town history leading to 1123 Links charter.

    5 minutes

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    Discover the origins and early development of the game of golf, from 13th-century stick and ball in the Low Countries to Edinburgh in 1744 and why St Andrews is the Home of Golf.

    10 minutes

  • The Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews

    Learn about how Old Course development also developed the game of golf, where fairways and bunkers come from, golfing moments and Old Tom and my old Caddie Shack!

    15 minutes

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    The Open Championship, Dunhill Cup, further course development from 12, 10 to 18 holes and important sites around the 18th.

    15 minutes

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    The 1st/18th fairway and farmers, Rusacks Hotel, the Mannings, original 1st tee and 18th hole, how early caddies and ladies caused Old Tom to create the world's first putting green!

    10 minutes

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    Photo shoot on one of the most iconic landmarks in the game of golf, and one of the most photographed bridges in the world. Excludes tournament days - Dunhill, Open etc.

    10 minutes

  • The Jigger Inn

    Hear about some of the jaw-dropping golfing moments at the Road Hole - the 17th green of the Old Course, then finish the tour near the famed Old Course Jigger Inn for refreshments (not included).

    10 minutes

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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
  • Families welcome. Under 5s free but not suitable for under 2s
  • A fluent command of English is essential for all participants. Speaking slowly or translating does not work.
  • Not suitable for Baby strollers/carriages
  • Not suitable for Crutches, walking frames, mobility scooters
  • There is nowhere to leave any of the above and golf clubs etc while on tour, so make alternative arrangements
  • 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 suitabe for those with new knee/hip replacements, sprainked ankles etc.

Free Cancellation

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June 20No refund

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Reviews

4.7

87 reviews

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We went on a Sunday and...

Published on Mar, 2025

We went on a Sunday and got to walk on the greens! Once in a lifetime experience! It was also fascinating to see the beach with huge waves right next to the course.

Visit to St Andrews

Published on Dec, 2024

We had a great time. The host was extremely knowledgeable and it was great to walk around and see the famous1st/18th holes. Would recommend!

Visit to St Andrews

Published on Dec, 2024

We had a great time. The host was extremely knowledgeable and it was great to walk around and see the famous1st/18th holes. Would recommend!

Visit to St Andrews

Published on Dec, 2024

We had a great time. The host was extremely knowledgeable and it was great to walk around and see the famous1st/18th holes. Would recommend!

Excellent tour - informative and entertaining

Published on Nov, 2024

What a great tour! The guide was incredibly knowledgeable, but also injected the whole tour with humour and interesting tales from his experience as a professional caddie. It covered from the early development of the game, from "kolf" through to modern times and rules. It also covered the development of the course at St Andrews through the ages, as well as general history of the town itself, and particularly the buildings around the course. The tour finished at the Jigger Inn which was a welcome respite from the cold wind and where we had a very tasty lunch! If you're looking for a tour and have any interest in golf at all, even just as a spectator, then this tour is guaranteed to entertain.

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