St Salvator's Chapel, St Andrews

Name: St Salvator's Chapel
Address: 71 North Street, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 1334 476161

#19 among attractions in St Andrews

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St Salvator's Chapel is one of two collegiate chapels belonging to the University of St Andrews, the other being St Leonard's Chapel. It was founded in 1450, by Bishop James Kennedy, built in the Late Gothic architectural style, and refurbished in the 1680s, 1860s and throughout the 20th century. It is currently the chapel of the United college as well as being the major university chapel. ()

Completed: XV centuryArchitectural style: GothicCapacity: 320Coordinates: 56°20'29"N, 2°47'40"W

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71 North StreetSt Andrews United Kingdom

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+44 1334 476161

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St Salvator's Chapel – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Old Course at St Andrews, St Andrews Links, St Andrews Cathedral, St Andrews Castle.

1.2 miNW
Golf
Old Course at St Andrews
30 min walk • The Old Course at St Andrews is a revered icon in the world of golf, known as the "Home of Golf" and situated in Fife, Scotland, United Kingdom. This ancient golf course is renowned for its rich history, having been established in the early 15th century, and it is...
1.2 miNW
Golf
St Andrews Links, St Andrews
30 min walk • St Andrews Links in the town of St Andrews, Fife, Scotland, is regarded as the "Home of Golf". It has one of the oldest courses in the world, where the game has been played since the 15th century.
~1410 ftE
12th-century cathedral ruins
St Andrews Cathedral, St Andrews
7 min walk • St Andrews Cathedral, a hauntingly beautiful ruin perched on the edge of the North Sea in the city of St Andrews, Scotland, is a site steeped in medieval history and religious significance. Once the largest church in Scotland, the cathedral's remains offer a window...
~850 ftE
Ruined 13th-century castle with dungeon
St Andrews Castle, St Andrews
5 min walk • St Andrews Castle is a ruin located in the coastal Royal Burgh of St Andrews in Fife, Scotland. The castle sits on a rocky promontory overlooking a small beach called Castle Sands and the adjoining North Sea.
~1910 ftE
Church
Church of St Mary on the Rock, St Andrews
10 min walk • The Church of St Mary on the Rock or St Mary's Collegiate Church, was a secular college of priests based on the seaward side of St Andrews Cathedral, St Andrews, just beyond the precinct walls. It is known by a variety of other names, such as St Mary of the Culdees, Kirkheugh and Church of St Mary of Kilrymont.
0.5 miW
Bridge
Swilcan Bridge, St Andrews
13 min walk • The Swilcan Bridge, or Swilken Bridge, or Swilcanth as it was known, is a small stone bridge in St Andrews Links golf course, Scotland. The bridge spans the Swilcan Burn between the first and eighteenth fairways on the Old Course, and has become an important image in the sport of golf.
~690 ftW
Nightlife, Cinema
New Picture House, St Andrews
4 min walk • The New Picture House is an independent cinema located in St Andrews, Scotland. It was first opened in 1930 and it contains three cinema screens. The largest cinema has a row of special seats with electronic black recliners, and also has a ground level and balcony seating area.
0.4 miSW
56°20'11"N • 2°48'7"W
St Andrews Indoor Golf Centre, St Andrews
12 min walk • Golf, Sport complex, Outdoor activities
~300 ftW
Museum, Specialty museum
Museum of the University of St Andrews, St Andrews
2 min walk • The Wardlaw Museum is associated with the University of St Andrews. The museum houses a selection of the university's historic, artistic and scientific collections, which comprise over 115,000 artefacts. They are displayed across four galleries which aim to tell the story of the university.
~860 ftS
City hall
St Andrews Town Hall, St Andrews
5 min walk • St Andrews Town Hall is a municipal structure in South Street, St Andrews, Fife, Scotland. The structure, which is the meeting place of the Royal Burgh of St Andrews Community Council, is a Category B listed building.
0.4 miW
Museum, Specialty museum
St Andrews Museum, St Andrews
12 min walk • The St Andrews Museum is a museum focusing on the history of the town of St Andrews in St Andrews, Fife, Scotland.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to St Salvator's Chapel?

Nearby attractions include St Salvator's Hall, St Andrews (1 min walk), St Salvator's College, St Andrews (1 min walk), University of St Andrews, St Andrews (2 min walk), Museum of the University of St Andrews, St Andrews (2 min walk).

How to get to St Salvator's Chapel by public transport?

The nearest stations to St Salvator's Chapel:

Bus

St Andrews Bus Station (9 min walk)