St Andrews Dark History Tour: Experience Mysteries, Crimes & Plagues

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 - Discover the Royal and Ancient, the Old Course, and the peculiar rabbit wars that occurred (exterior visit only)
  • St Andrews Aquarium - Uncover the tales of witches at St Andrews Aquarium (exterior visit only)
  • University of St Andrews - Explore the principal’s house haunting and the Martyrs of St Andrews as you stroll (exterior visit only)
  • St Andrews Castle - Delve into the history of St Andrews Castle and the brutal sieges it has witnessed (exterior visit only)
  • St Andrews Cathedral - Unveil the eerie Cathedral of St Andrews and the haunting of the white lady (exterior visit only)
  • Saint Leonard’s Road - Learn about St Leonard’s school and the eerie veiled nun (exterior visit only)
  • Parliament Hall - Listen to the stories of plague and suffering that occurred at this location (exterior visit only)
  • Holy Trinity Church (Town Kirk) - This charming church may seem unassuming, but it is steeped in holy murder (exterior visit only)
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.

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