University of St Andrews, St Andrews

Name: University of St Andrews
Address: North Street, St Andrews, KY16 9TR, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 1334 476161

#22 among attractions in St Andrews

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Facts and practical information

The University of St Andrews is a public university in St Andrews, Fife, Scotland. It is the oldest of the four ancient universities of Scotland and, following Oxford and Cambridge universities, the third-oldest university in the English-speaking world. St Andrews was founded in 1413 when the Avignon Antipope Benedict XIII issued a papal bull to a small founding group of Augustinian clergy. Along with the universities of Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Aberdeen, St Andrews was part of the Scottish Enlightenment during the 18th century. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1413 (611 years ago)Coordinates: 56°20'28"N, 2°47'35"W

Address

North StreetSt Andrews KY16 9TR United Kingdom

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+44 1334 476161

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Day trips

University of St Andrews – 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
31 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
31 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.
~1140 ftE
12th-century cathedral ruins
St Andrews Cathedral, St Andrews
6 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...
~640 ftNE
Ruined 13th-century castle with dungeon
St Andrews Castle, St Andrews
4 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.
~1640 ftE
Church
Church of St Mary on the Rock, St Andrews
8 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
14 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.
~950 ftW
Nightlife, Cinema
New Picture House, St Andrews
5 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.
0.5 miSW
56°20'11"N • 2°48'7"W
St Andrews Indoor Golf Centre, St Andrews
13 min walk • Golf, Sport complex, Outdoor activities
~570 ftW
Museum, Specialty museum
Museum of the University of St Andrews, St Andrews
3 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.
~900 ftSW
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.
0.5 miW
Museum, Specialty museum
St Andrews Museum, St Andrews
13 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)

When is University of St Andrews open?

University of St Andrews is open:

Monday 9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday 9 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to University of St Andrews?

Nearby attractions include St Salvator's Chapel, St Andrews (2 min walk), St Salvator's Hall, St Andrews (2 min walk), St Salvator's College, St Andrews (2 min walk), All Saints' Church, St Andrews (3 min walk).

How to get to University of St Andrews by public transport?

The nearest stations to University of St Andrews:

Bus

St Andrews Bus Station (10 min walk)