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The 10 Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in St. Andrews, Scotland
St Andrews (Latin: S. Andrea(s); Scots: Saunt Aundraes; Scottish Gaelic: Cill Rìmhinn) is a town on the east coast of Fife in Scotland, 10 miles (16 km) southeast of Dundee and 30 miles (50 km) northeast of Edinburgh. The town is home to the University of St Andrews, the third oldest university in the English-speaking world and the oldest in Scotland. According to some rankings, it is ranked as the third best university in the United Kingdom, behind Oxbridge. The University is an integral part of the burgh and during term time students make up approximately one third of the town's population. St Andrews has a population of 16,800 (in 2012).
Restaurants in St. Andrews
1. Eat Walk St Andrews
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5.0 based on 94 reviews
A food walking tour of St Andrews. The tour will visit five premises tasting locally sourced food and drink, chatting to the locals who enthuse about what St Andrews and Scotland has to offer.The guide will talk about the history of St Andrews between venues and point out other places you should visit during your stay.
2. G&A Taxis
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5.0 based on 31 reviews
G&A Taxis St Andrews provide private tours. Our experienced, knowledgeable and friendly Drivers will take you on a journey of Scotland that you wont forget, you will discovery Scotland's most historic Castles, scenic lochs, glens and mountains. Travel in Comfort in an Executive Mercedes with free Wifi And Chilled Water. Hourly Hire - Full Day - Half Day - Weekly Hire Cover All Scotland.
3. LocalMotion Land Trains
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5.0 based on 89 reviews
Enjoy a 40 minute Guided Land Train experience round the famous historic town of St Andrews with live commentary from the friendly guard. A great way to relax with friends & family while learning some historical and cultural facts. April to September (weather permitting), Departing from Bruce Embankment (West Sands) 1100, 1145, 1230, 1400, 1445, 1530, 1615.
4. Birchwood Cottage Gallery and Tearoom
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5.0 based on 24 reviews
Gallery and tearoom currently closed due to coronavirus pandemic - please watch this space for updates.
5. Eden Mill
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5.0 based on 1,025 reviews
NEW DISTILLERY CURRENTLY UNDER CONSTRUCTION. UNFORTUNATELY WE'RE CURRENTLY UNABLE TO ACCEPT VISITORS. Just outside St Andrews, Eden Mill is Scotland's original single-site brewery & distillery. Since 2012 we've been brewing and distilling here, creating a unique and diverse range of beer, gin and whisky.
Reviewed By D361JDlisap - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
What a great afternoon we had blending our own gin and hearing the interesting takes of gin and the history of Eden Mill from Matthew who was very engaging and a fantastic host. Would absolutely recommend.
6. St Andrews Indoor Golf Centre
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5.0 based on 85 reviews
St Andrews Indoor Golf Centre offers a fun activity for all in a warm and friendly environment. If you are a Beginner you will receive assistance from our expert staff to get started and for the more serious player use the Trackman data on your shots to improve your game. You can simply train, practice or play on a selection of golf courses powered by Trackman.
Reviewed By HendoShuffle - Liverpool, United Kingdom
Had a great experience having a family golf session with expert tutelage from Scott. Basics were taught and demonstrated to us all and sound advice given - so much of golf is pretty obvious when explained properly! We played a few holes of The Old Course using Trackmaster during our family time after the lesson and it was great fun. The guys at the centre were very friendly and we felt COVID safe and secure throughout. A brilliant experience which we'd definitely recommend to friends and would happily do again. Thanks Scott and team
7. Topping & Company
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5.0 based on 47 reviews
A vibrant, independent haven for real bibliophiles, with over 45,000 titles and knowledgeable, passionate booksellers. Host to a year round events programme packed with exciting author visits, as well as the St Andrews Literary Festival every autumn!
Reviewed By Hola4876 - Lansing, United States
We were traveling through Ireland, Scotland, then Amsterdam. Somehow, our Amsterdam guidebook was left somewhere. I went to this bookstore on a very rainy Sunday morning to find a replacement. I was warmly greeted at the door & taken to the section on "Travel". I was offered coffee or tea which was very thoughtful. I was told I could sit to browse through the Amsterdam travel books. These types of stores are few & far between these days; this is a wonderful bookstore.
8. Starfish Taxis
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5.0 based on 49 reviews
Starfish Taxis is a local taxi transfer and tour company based out of St Andrews. First class comfortable Mercedes vehicles. Maybe ours is the service you have been looking for in Scotland? We offer full packages; - Airport transfers,- local and long distance trips, - Golf tours around Scotland as well as guided Sightseeing Tours. Let us help you compose your private Scotland tour, tailored to your interests and time schedule, unique to your itinerary. This nation of legends, ,castles, great food and scenery has endless possibilities. Whether it’s Golf, history, Whisky, or heritage, Highlands, fishing, art… We are not bound to a set schedule and have the best experience to accustom the balance of driving. We are happy to provide our expert advise on any questions or concerns you may have, this advisory service in non obligatory. Kindly The Starfish Team
9. Blendworks St Andrews by Eden Mill
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5.0 based on 134 reviews
Want to make your own gin? Located in the historically beautiful Rusacks Hotel, St. Andrews, and overlooking the iconic 18th hole of the Old Course, we have created a classroom dedicated to flavour. It is here that we are excited to introduce our new gin blending masterclass. In our Blendworks gin blending sessions, we will take you through how we make our gin and the history of gin itself before going through some blind tasting and nosing to help find the ideal botanicals for your very own gin. If you've gone for a more unorthodox combination then do not worry, you will get the chance to try it out before committing to the recipe! You then name your gin before hand blending and bottling your creation, ready to take away in a presentation pack. Even better, we save your receipe on the system so you can reorder it again in the future! We also operate as a shop for our range of beer, gin and whisky and can offer expert advice and samples to help find the ideal product.
Reviewed By Q5972TFlynnec
absolutely amaing afternoon had, brilliant experience with a mix of education and making your own...and the wee take away box is a really special finishing touch ????andrew and matt were fantastic and made for a really fun day, thanks lads ????????????????
10. Kartel Scotland
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5.0 based on 165 reviews
Visit our flagship store Build your own bespoke watch at no additional cost. Add an engraved message for a meaningful gift. Proud collaborators with Harris Tweed and Johnston of Elgin cashmere & wools. Watches from £65
Reviewed By juliedS5159XP - Livingston, United Kingdom
Fantastic watch shop with a lovely range of watches, straps and accessories. Very helpful and friendly staff. We will be back
