LONDON GOLF FIELD GUIDE
A London Taxi’s Scottish Jaunt: Tracing Golf’s Origins from Leith Links to St. Andrews
A private, full-day journey from Edinburgh in an iconic London taxi visiting Leith Links, the Old Course at St. Andrews and Scotland’s historic golf venues—ideal for golf enthusiasts and history lovers who want context, landscape, and photography opportunities.
A London Taxi’s Scottish Jaunt: Tracing Golf’s Origins from Leith Links to St. Andrews.
Set out from Edinburgh and let a single day unfold across the Scottish landscape: short village lanes, coastal links, and the hallowed turf of St. Andrews. This private full-day tour, conducted from the comfort of an iconic London taxi, pairs expert narration with generous photo stops and a measured look at how the sport we now call golf grew from pastime to global tradition.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
From Leith Links to the Old Course
The route itself is the story: beginnings at Leith Links and an endpoint at St. Andrews, laying out the arc of golf’s evolution while your guide unpacks the significance of each stop.
Breathtaking coastal links and village scenes
Between historic greens you’ll pass through Scotland’s countryside and charming villages, with repeated chances to step out and photograph sweeping fairways and coastal light.
A private day in an iconic London taxi
Traveling privately by a London taxi makes the day intimate and mobile—your guide provides context at each stop while the vehicle serves as a comfortable base between photo vantage points and historic sites.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
The pace is deliberate: a morning departure from Edinburgh, guided stops that trace golf’s beginnings, time to photograph and absorb village life, and a culminating visit to the legendary Old Course at St. Andrews. Throughout, the guide frames each location’s place in golf history while the taxi carries you comfortably from landmark to landscape.
THE HISTORY
From Leith Links to the Old Course
The route itself is the story: beginnings at Leith Links and an endpoint at St. Andrews, laying out the arc of golf’s evolution while your guide unpacks the significance of each stop.
THE LANDSCAPE
Breathtaking coastal links and village scenes
Between historic greens you’ll pass through Scotland’s countryside and charming villages, with repeated chances to step out and photograph sweeping fairways and coastal light.
THE ROUTE
A private day in an iconic London taxi
Traveling privately by a London taxi makes the day intimate and mobile—your guide provides context at each stop while the vehicle serves as a comfortable base between photo vantage points and historic sites.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most out of this trip—and who might not.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is a full-day private tour; the itinerary covers a range of outdoor sites and so is best enjoyed in clear weather when photography and walking between vantage points are comfortable.
Bring a camera or smartphone for the ample photography opportunities, and dress in layers suitable for coastal and countryside conditions.
The tour departs from Edinburgh and is conducted from an iconic London taxi, which serves as the primary mode of transport between stops.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Where does the tour start?
The meeting location for departures is Edinburgh.
How long is the tour?
This is a full-day private tour.
What vehicle is used?
The day is spent traveling in an iconic London taxi, which provides a private and comfortable base between stops.
Do I need to be a golfer to enjoy the tour?
No; the tour is designed for both golfers and those interested in Scottish history and culture.
Will there be opportunities for photography?
Yes—there are ample opportunities during the tour to capture landscape and course photography.