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Why visit St Andrews?

St Andrews is a historic seaside town in Fife, on the east coast of Scotland. Known around the world as the "home of golf", it is also home to the oldest university in Scotland. Its medieval streets, sandy beaches and ruined cathedral give it a special atmosphere.

Golfers come to play or simply walk on the Old Course, and the famous Swilcan Bridge is a favourite photo spot. The ruins of St Andrews Cathedral, once the largest church in Scotland, stand by the sea next to St Rule's Tower, which visitors can climb for views. St Andrews Castle has a rare medieval siege mine and countermine that you can crawl through. West Sands, a long sandy beach, appeared in the opening scenes of the film Chariots of Fire. The university's old quadrangles and the town's three main streets are full of cafés and independent shops. The fishing villages of the East Neuk of Fife, such as Anstruther and Crail, are a short drive south.

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When to go to St Andrews

The best months for St Andrews are May, June, July, August and September. Highs then sit around 17°C, and a week here is expensive.

Jan
6°
low 2°
12 wet days
Feb
8°
low 3°
14 wet days
Mar
9°
low 3°
14 wet days
Apr
11°
low 4°
10 wet days
May
14°
low 8°
11 wet days
Jun
17°
low 10°
13 wet days
Jul
19°
low 12°
16 wet days
Aug
18°
low 12°
13 wet days
Sep
16°
low 10°
13 wet days
Oct
13°
low 8°
15 wet days
Nov
9°
low 5°
14 wet days
Dec
8°
low 3°
16 wet days
Highlighted = best monthsNumber = average daytime highBar = how wet the month is

Temperatures and wet days are measured, not estimated: ERA5 reanalysis for 2021-2023, at St Andrews, Scotland. Source: Open-Meteo.

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St Andrews — common questions

When is the best time to visit St Andrews?

The best months for St Andrews are May, June, July, August and September. Highs then sit around 17°C, and a week here is expensive.

What is the weather like in St Andrews?

July is the warmest month, with daytime highs around 19°C. January is the coolest, around 6°C by day and 2°C at night. July is the wettest, with about 16 wet days. Figures are measured averages, not estimates.

What is St Andrews known for?

St Andrews is best known for history, culture, beaches and nature. The things people come for: Old Course and Swilcan Bridge, cathedral ruins, West Sands beach, East Neuk villages.

Who is St Andrews best suited to?

St Andrews works particularly well for couples, seniors, groups of friends and families. That is based on what there is to do there, not on who books it most.

What can you book in advance in St Andrews?

The experiences that sell out first are food tours, cooking classes, day trips, skip-the-line tickets, walking tours and night tours. You can check availability and prices on our booking partners below — you pay the same as booking direct.

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