The sight of a ruined 16th century building in the middle of South Street is slightly surreal. It is the remains of Blackfriars Chapel, part of a monastery operated by Dominican friars. One of the first buildings to be ruined during the Reformation, just a tiny section now remains.
Visit the Historic Scotland site for more information.
Kids, Nature, Parks & Gardens, Relaxing
Growing over 8000 varieties of plants, trees and herbs, St Andrews Botanic Garden is a tranquil place to spend a sunny afternoon. The Botanic Garden also holds regular plant sales, details of which are always featured on the Event St Andrews website.
Visit the Botanic Garden’s website to find out more about opening times and entry prices.
No golf lover should miss visiting the British Golf Museum, situated just a long putt away from the 18th Green of the Old Course. Featuring a detailed history of the development of the game and the equipment, a footage archive, and substantial quantities of golfing memorabilia, this is a place for enthusiasts and novices alike. Children will most enjoy the final room, which features interactive displays and the chance to try putting with different clubs and balls from down the ages. The Museum is one of the few tourist attractions in Scotland to hold a five-star rating from the Scottish Tourist Board.
Visit the British Golf Museum’s website for visitor information, and some handy golf fact-sheets.
Thought to be the original location of the relics of St Andrew, this chapel was ruined soon after the Reformation, but the foundations can still be seen just outside the Cathedral walls.
Read the Wikipedia entry for a more detailed history.
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