British Isles
St Andrews & Fife
The home of golf with historic links courses and legendary championship venues.
Overview
St Andrews is golf's spiritual home, where the game was born over 600 years ago. The Old Course, with its iconic Swilcan Bridge and Road Hole, remains the ultimate pilgrimage for golfers worldwide. The region offers multiple championship courses, rich golf history, and the charm of Scottish hospitality. From the Old Course to Carnoustie, Fife provides an authentic links golf experience.
18
Historic Courses
600+
Years of Golf
29
Open Championships
12
Links Courses
4.9 average rating
18 courses
Golf Highlights
- St Andrews Old Course - the most famous golf course in the world
- Royal & Ancient Golf Club headquarters
- Multiple championship courses
- Historic town with medieval architecture
- Traditional Scottish links golf experience
Best Time to Visit
May - September
Temperate maritime climate with mild summers
Getting There
Airports
- Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
- Dundee Airport (DND)
Transportation
Rental car recommended, train to Leuchars
Nearby Attractions
- St Andrews Cathedral
- St Andrews Castle
- University of St Andrews
- Scottish Fisheries Museum
- Falkland Palace