St Andrews Castle, St Andrews (Fife)

13C Castle

Summary 13th century buildings (or older) Gift shop Learning facilities

Introduction

On a headland to the north of St Andrews stand the ruins of the town’s castle, the main residence of the bishops and archbishops of St Andrews – the focal point of the Church in medieval Scotland.

Open 1 April - 30 September 9.30 am to 5.30 pm
1 October - 31 March 9.30 am to 4.30 pm

History to the present day

St Andrews Castle consists of the ruins of the castle of the Archbishops of St Andrews, dating in part from the 13th century.

Notable features include a "bottle-dungeon" and mine and counter-mine tunnelled during the siege that followed the murder of Cardinal Beaton in 1546. These siege works are the finest of their kind in Europe.

A fascinating exhibition in the visitor centre brings the history of the castle and cathedral to life.

Arrival information and how to find us

Address: , Fife, , United Kingdom

 In St Andrews on the A91.