HADDINGTON GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Between Links and Time: A Daytrip to St Andrews & Culross from Edinburgh
A full-day guided outing from Edinburgh that stops in Culross and gives you three hours in St Andrews to explore the town’s golf heritage, architecture, and museums.
Between Links and Time: A Daytrip to St Andrews & Culross from Edinburgh.
This guided day tour from Edinburgh visits Culross—a compact, historic village and modern filming location—and then continues to St Andrews, the town long celebrated as the birthplace of golf. With curated stops and at least three hours in St Andrews to tailor your day, the itinerary mixes brief guided walking with extended free time so you can choose golf sites, medieval ruins, university streets, or local museums.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Visit the Home of Golf
St Andrews is known worldwide as the home of golf; during the allocated time in town you’ll have a chance to see the Old Course and visit golf-related sites such as the golf museum.
Medieval Ruins & University Streets
St Andrews offers historic architecture and ruins—there’s an optional tour of St Andrews Castle (entry at additional cost) and streets around the university to explore within your free time.
Culross: A Compact, Picture-Perfect Village
On the drive north the tour stops in Culross for a brief walking visit; the village is noted for its historic character and as a filming location of the television series Outlander.
What the day feels like
What the Day Feels Like
You’ll be collected from your Edinburgh accommodation for a full-day outing: a morning photo stop with views of the Forth railway bridge, a 45-minute walk through Culross, and then a minimum of three hours in St Andrews to customize your visit—whether that means exploring golf sites, walking the university grounds, visiting museums or taking an optional castle tour—before returning to Edinburgh in the evening.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour typically suits.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is a full-day, 8-hour guided tour with an approximate 9:00 am pickup and a return to Edinburgh around 5:00 pm.
No specific gear list is provided in the trip details; plan for comfortable walking attire and note that entry to St Andrews Castle is optional and carries an additional cost.
Pickup is from your Edinburgh accommodation; the tour is operated by My Scottish Tour.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Where does the tour depart from?
Pickup is from your Edinburgh accommodation at around 9:00 am.
How long is the tour?
The tour runs approximately 8 hours, with a return to Edinburgh around 5:00 pm.
How much time do I get in St Andrews?
You’ll have at least three hours in St Andrews to explore the town and choose activities such as visiting golf sites, the university, museums or an aquarium.
What happens in Culross?
The tour includes a 45-minute stop in Culross with a brief walk and commentary on the village and its Outlander filming locations.
Is entry to St Andrews Castle included?
No—entry to St Andrews Castle is optional and available for an additional cost if you choose to include it during your time in town.
Is there a photo stop en route?
Yes, there is a scheduled photo stop to view the Forth railway bridge on the drive north.