St Andrews Castle
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St Andrews Castle ticket options
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Standard entry
Explore the castle and garden at a specific date and time, with options for family and carer tickets.
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Member tickets
Historic Scotland members get free, unlimited entry to all our sites
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Explorer Pass tickets
Explorer Pass holders can book their visit here
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Family tickets
Choose the family ticket that works best for you
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Young Scot Card holders
Young Scot card holders can visit our sites for just £1
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Partner organisations
Members of our partner organisations receive free or discounted entry
Important notice
The phone line is currently down, please visit 'Contact us' to get in touch.
Opening times
1 April – 30 September
- Daily 9.30am to 5.30pm
1 October – 31 March
- Daily 10am to 4pm
Last entry and closures
- Last entry: 45 minutes before closing
- Closed: 25 and 26 December, 1 and 2 January. Open until 2pm on 24 December.
Ticket prices
Book online in advance for the best ticket price.
| Type | Online (best value) | In person |
|---|---|---|
| Member | FREE | FREE |
| Adult | £10 | £11 |
| Concession | £8 | £9 |
| Child (7 - 15 years) | £6 | £6.50 |
More ticket types including family, Explorer Pass and partner organisation tickets are available.
How to get here
The castle is beside the sea on the north side of St Andrews, between the university and the cathedral.
View St Andrews Castle on a Google map
Car and bike parking
There is no specific visitor parking. There is on street parking, but the nearest car park is at the Bruce Embankment about ¾ mile away.
There are no bike racks at the monument. The nearest bike racks are located next to the University Library. There are some cycle lockers at the St Andrews Bus station.
Journey Planners
Search for National Cycle Network routes with the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust.
Plan your journey by public transport using Traveline Scotland.
Address
The Scores
St Andrews
Fife
KY16 9AR
National Grid reference:
NO 512 169
Contact
01334 477 196Accessibility
Carers' tickets
Visitors with disabilities are charged standard admission rates (adult/concession/child). Proof of disability is not required. Up to two accompanying carers receive free entry per transaction.
Assistance dogs
Assistance dogs are permitted at all our sites and within roofed areas.
Parking
There is one accessible parking bay outside the castle.
Approach to the site
The castle is 50m from the visitor centre, over grass reinforced with narrow strips of concrete.
What to expect at the site
Access to the visitor centre is down five steps with handrails to either side or a ramp without handrails. Inside, the centre is on the level. A multi-sensory exhibition in the visitor centre includes audio-visual presentations and dioramas.
The castle is about 50m from the visitor centre, over grass reinforced with narrow strips of concrete. The castle courtyard is entered over a wooden bridge. The courtyard is grass covered and much of the castle can be seen from it
The south range first and second floors are up stone spiral steps with single handrails. The sea and kitchen towers are up stone steps with single hand rails
The mine and countermine tunnel is small and enclosed. If you have claustrophobia, respiratory problems, or any other concerns about enclosed spaces, please be aware of this before entering. No backpacks are allowed to be carried inside.
Toilets
There is an adapted toilet on site next to the exhibition
Facilities
- Accessible by public transport
- Accessible toilets
- Bicycle rack
- Car parking
- Coach parking
- No dogs except assistance dogs
- Guided or audio tours available
- Picnic area
- Self-service tea/coffee
- Shop
- Toilets
- Visitor centre
- Water bottle refill
Historic places nearby
St Andrews Cathedral
Enormous and imposing, St Andrews Cathedral was the headquarters of the medieval Scottish Church and the seat of Scotland’s leading bishops.
1 miles
Grounds or exterior access only
Blackfriars Chapel
Blackfriars Chapel in St Andrews is a rare remnant of the many Dominican friaries built across Scotland during the Middle Ages.
1 miles
St Andrews, West Port
The West Port of St Andrews was built in 1587 as a monumental entrance to the city’s South Street.
1 miles
Broughty Castle
Broughty Castle was built to defend against the English navy, before becoming a modern artillery defence.
9 miles
Scotstarvit Tower
Scotstarvit Tower House has an unusual layout which reflects the eccentricities of its former inhabitant, Sir John Scot.
10 miles
Grounds or exterior access only
Claypotts Castle
Claypotts is perhaps the quirkiest castle in Scotland, and its tower house is a 500 year old time capsule.
11 miles
Open days or guided tours only
What to expect on your visit
Large parts of the site are open, allowing visitors to explore the main courtyards, towers and interior spaces.
Some restrictions are currently in place, with the mine, countermine and foretower closed. But there is still plenty to see and enjoy, making St Andrews Castle a rewarding and atmospheric visit.