St Andrews Dark History Tour: Experience Mysteries, Crimes & Plagues
Fife
Uncover the dark secrets of St Andrews on this thrilling tour. Explore mysteries, crimes, and plagues that have shaped Scotland's history. Walk in the footsteps of gangsters, murderers, and martyrs. Book now!
Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • The Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews - Learn about the Royal and Ancient, the Old Course and the weird rabbit wars that took place.
  • St Andrews Aquarium - Learn about the witches of St Andrews Aquarium
  • University of St Andrews - Learn about the principal’s house haunting and the Martyr’s of St Andrews as you wander
  • St Andrews Castle - Learn about St Andrews Castle and the bloody sieges that have taken place since it was built
  • St Andrews Cathedral - Discover the spooky Cathedral of St Andrews and the haunting of the white lady
  • Saint Leonard’s Road - Learn about St Leonard’s school and the creepy veiled nun
What's Included
  • Local, expert guide
Additional Information

Hosting a castle, a cathedral and Scotland’s most ancient university, St. Andrews carries rich tales that have formed the narrative of Scotland’s history. However, this excursion is not for the faint of heart.

It’s a city encrusted with a somber, mysterious history, featuring wild rabbits gaining control of the Old Course, a strange occurrence involving lethal sausages, and even traces of the plague. Stroll through the streets once treaded by criminals, killers, and martyrs.

Prominent attractions of the tour:
Invasion of the Bunnies
Connection of Al Capone with St. Andrews
The Specter of Tom Morris
The lethal sausage incident
…and much more!

Location
Martyrs' Monument
The Scores
Please meet your guide at Martyr's Memorial on The Scores. If you need a different meeting point in the city centre, this is possible, please message/email us directly.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.