Private St Andrews Dark Side Tour
St. Andrews, Scotlandby Walking Tours in St Andrews
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Instant confirmation
- Private tour
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: English
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Overview
A castle, a cathedral, and the oldest university in Scotland - St Andrews is home to iconic stories that have shaped Scotland's past and present, but this tour isn't for the lighthearted. From wild rabbits overtaking the Old Course to a mysterious poisonous sausage massacre and even the plague, St Andrews is steeped in dark, mystic history. Walk in the footsteps of gangsters, murderers, and marytrs. Tour highlights: The Rabbit War Al Capone's link to St Andrews The ghost of Tom Morris The sausage massacre …& much more!
What's included
- Local, expert guide
Itinerary
- 1
The Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews
10 min
Learn about the Royal and Ancient, the Old Course and the weird rabbit wars that took place (exterior visit only)
- 2
St Andrews Aquarium
10 min
Learn about the witches of St Andrews Aquarium (exterior visit only)
- 3
University of St Andrews
10 min
Learn about the principal's house haunting and the Martyr's of St Andrews as you wander (exterior visit only)
- 4
St Andrews Castle
10 min
Learn about St Andrews Castle and the bloody sieges that have taken place since it was built (exterior visit only)
- 5
St Andrews Cathedral
10 min
Discover the spooky Cathedral of St Andrews and the haunting of the white lady (exterior visit only)
- 6
Stop 6
10 min
Learn about St Leonard's school and the creepy veiled nun (exterior visit only)
- 7
Stop 7
10 min
Hear the tales of plague and pain that took place at this very site (exterior visit only)
- 8
St Andrews Holy Trinity Church
10 min
This beautiful church is very unassuming... but drenched in holy murder (exterior visit only)
Meeting and pickup
Please meet your guide at Martyr's Memorial on The Scores. If you need a different meeting point in the city centre, this is possible, please message/email us directly.
End point
Please meet your guide at Martyr's Memorial on The Scores. If you need a different meeting point in the city centre, this is possible, please message/email us directly.
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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