Top Things to do in Fife
Top Hotels in Fife
- 1. Rusacks St. Andrews
- 2. Fairmont St Andrews
- 3. Rufflets Hotel
- 4. DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh - Queensferry Crossing
- 5. Premier Inn St Andrews hotel
- 6. No.1 Apartments St Andrews - South Street
- 7. Albany Hotel
- 8. Old Course Hotel Golf Resort & Spa
- 9. Best Western Plus Keavil House Hotel
- 10. The Russell Hotel
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10 Castles in Fife That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Fife, United Kingdom including Falkland Palace, Rossend Castle, Dairsie Castle, Dunimarle Castle Gardens, Kellie Castle & Garden, Dunfermline Abbey and Palace, Aberdour Castle and Gardens, Balgonie Castle, St Andrews Castle, Mountquhanie Castle.
Restaurants in Fife
1. Falkland Palace
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By JasonD476 - Muncie, United States
Falkland Palace is must see if you're visiting Scotland. The palace has some of the best furniture, artwork, and guides of anyplace in Scotland. The guides made the palace come to life with their stories. Some of the furniture dated from the 1500s and was in immaculate condition. They also had several floor to ceiling portraits of Charles I, Charles II, and several other key figures in history that were truly stunning. My only complaint was they don't allow pictures in the castle so I couldn't take the experience home with me. A must see if you're visiting Scotland.
2. Rossend Castle
3. Dairsie Castle
4. Dunimarle Castle Gardens
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Dunimarle Castle & Gardens will re-open on Wednesday 7 April for local outdoor recreation and exercise. Before your visit, please make sure that you are following the latest Scottish Government guidelines on group size and travel.
Reviewed By P4025UFpauliner - Dunfermline, United Kingdom
We visited the castle gardens for a pumpkin hunt during the covid pandemic. What a gorgeous place, the chapel and castle are stunning buildings and I look forward to visiting again when you can get tours inside. The gardens are beautiful and well maintained with lots of different areas to explore. I’m sure it will be even more stunning in full bloom in the Spring/Summer. The free pumpkin hunt (donations welcome) was very well done and was enjoyed by my 10 year old son and myself. What a great way to encourage visitors during the school holidays when very little things are available. Will definitely be back.
5. Kellie Castle & Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 291 reviews
Kellie castle has a history spanning nearly seven centuries. From the original tower house built in the 1360s, it was extended and added to through the following 300 years, home to not only the daughter of Robert the Bruce but the Earls of Kellie and later the talented Lorimer family; artists, architects, sculptors and academics. Enjoy the many different rooms showing different ages of the castle, or while away a few hours in the beautiful walled gardens. In season, why not try some of the produce grown in the gardens, or enjoy lunch in the tea room? Please note the Castle is open from 1 April until 31 October. Please check the website for full details.
Reviewed By juless849
Even though we weren't able to go inside the castle and the tea room was closed, it was lovely wandering around the beautiful gardens and strolling through the woodland.
6. Dunfermline Abbey and Palace
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 627 reviews
Dunfermline Abbey Nave is now open and we are delighted to welcome you back. Booking in advance is essential. Find out more and book at restarthistory.scot. Please note the palace remains closed at this time. Admire one of Scotland's most impressive medieval interiors and most important royal sites, founded as a priory in about 1080. Robert the Bruce was buried in the medieval choir, now beneath the Abbey church of 1821. St Margaret and David I are among a number of monarchs and other royalty laid to rest here. Charles I was born in the palace that grew up alongside the abbey.
Reviewed By N9346YImariah
We were very impressed by this place went not expecting too much as we know the palace was a ruin however the historic Scotland staff member really brought it to life. His knowledge and direction were superb. My daughter was given a quiz which kept her engaged while we were exploring. The nave of the abbey was beautiful, disappointing the the actual abbey was closed for winter so we were unable to visit the resting place of king Robert the Bruce we will definitely try and take a trip back at some point. There is a small museum just next to the abbey which is also worth a visit free entry and has a lovely tea room. Thumbs up from us!
7. Aberdour Castle and Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 259 reviews
Aberdour Castle is now open and we are delighted to welcome you back. Booking in advance is essential. Find out more and book at restarthistory.scot. See the large and imposing suite of buildings from the 12th to the 17th century with the grand hall-house, thought to be the oldest standing stone castle in Scotland. There is also a delightful walled garden, with scented flowers and a beehive-shaped doocot, which overlooks the Forth. Take a guided tour in summer to see all around the castle including the painted ceiling in the east range, which is a precious survival from the early 17th century.
Reviewed By LauraRTheExplorer - Leeds, United Kingdom
We took advantage of the ample free parking in the station car park and walked to the castle. We were greeted with a warm welcome by all staff and given clear instructions. Face coverings are required in all indoor areas of the building which is fair enough. The buildings and gardens were well kept and it was clear the 1 way route had been well thought out. Worth the entrance fee and the lovely gift shop had some nice items in.
8. Balgonie Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 63 reviews
Balgonie Castle is the home of the Laird of Balgonie & Edergoll. Balgonie Castle is in the heart of the Kingdom of Fife and is over 700 years old. The Morris' were the first in Fife to secure a Civil Weddings Certificate. We have been a filming site for Outlander and an inspiration for the Game of Thrones Red Wedding Scene.
Reviewed By RRHunter2019
My wife & I we’re very lucky to be the last couple who would exchange vows inside the chapel of this lovely castle. We had the greatest day with our family & friends, in which we cant thank the Laird & Lady of Balgonie Stuart & Kelly enough for their hospitality on the day itself, not to mention all the help & advice they provided during preparation on the built up to our special day. Balgonie Castle has a great historical story situated in a lovely part of Fife for anyone who is honoured to take a tour of the grounds, remember to keep a look out for the green lady.
9. St Andrews Castle
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,124 reviews
St Andrews Castle is now open and we are delighted to welcome you back. Booking in advance is essential. Find out more and book at restarthistory.scot. St Andrews Castle is the ruins of the castle of the Archbishops of St Andrews, dating in part from the 13th century. On a headland to the north of St Andrews stand the ruins of the city's castle, the main residence of the bishops and archbishops of St Andrews and the focal point of the church in medieval Scotland. Explore the underground 16th-century siege mine and counter-mine, and the 'bottle dungeon', one of the most infamous castle prisons in medieval Britain, which was cut out of the solid rock. John Knox and George Wishart may have been imprisoned in this dank and airless space, and this is where its believed Cardinal Beaton’s body was kept when he was murdered in 1546.
Reviewed By Surrfred
This is one of two incredible ruins in town.Right on the water there is a museum building that gives you a good history of the castle.This building also has a small gift shop where you buy your tickets.I loved the atmosphere of the ruins with the sea right right there.Just a great place to meander around and take in.
