St Andrews Castle
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Overview
This 13th-century stronghold castle was the scene of the murder of Cardinal Beaton in 1546. The new visitor centre incorporates an exciting multi-media exhibition describing the history of the castle and nearby cathedral.
Features
- Opening Times
- Open all year
- Opening Times: Open all year daily, Apr-Sep, 9.30-5.30; Oct-Mar, 10-4 (last admission 30mins before closing). May close for lunch. Closed 25-26 Dec & 1-2 Jan. Check website for unexpected closures
- Facilities
- Parking nearby
About the area
This 20-mile wide peninsula between the Firth of Forth and the Firth of Tay is an ancient kingdom, once the home of Scotland’s kings and saints. Despite its modern bridges it still seems curiously detached from the rest of the country.
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Nearby places to stay
Hotel du Vin St Andrews
A mere two-minute walk from the world-famous Royal and Ancient Golf Club, Hotel du Vin St Andrews is stylish, modern and welcoming. There has been a hotel here for some years, but these...
HAAR Rooms
HAAR Rooms is located just 50 metres from the world-famous Old Course in St Andrews, and is Chef-Patron Dean Banks's flagship restaurant. The top-floor suites offer panoramic views over...
Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa
The Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa sits alongside the famous par 4 17th, 'Road Hole', on the Old Course in St Andrews. The hotel has 175 luxurious rooms, including 35 stunning suit...
Cairnsmill Holiday Park
Hidden behind mature trees and hedging in open countryside on the outskirts of the historic university town of St Andrews, this top quality holiday park is ideally placed for visiting t...
Rufflets Hotel
Set just outside St Andrews on the Fife coast, Rufflets Hotel is a long-established country house hotel surrounded by extensive private gardens and mature woodland. Originally built in ...
Craigtoun Meadows Holiday Park
Craigtoun Meadows is only a short drive from the centre of St Andrews which has numerous tourist attractions, from historic buildings and harbour aquarium to the wide, sandy beach where...
The Peat Inn
The Peat Inn is some 300 years olds, and enjoys a rural location is close to St Andrews. It is spacious, very well appointed and offers rooms that all have lounge areas. Expect welcomin...
Craighall Steading
Craighall Steading offers high-quality bed and breakfast accommodation in a converted steading setting, with stunning views across the Lomond Hills. The three modern, comfortable rooms ...
