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The Old Course at St. Andrews Links


The Old Course at St. Andrews Links
St. Andrews Links Pilmour House
St. Andrews KY16 9SF
Scotland
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St. Andrews weather essentials

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Month
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Low
Dec
42°F 5°C
34°F 1°C
Jan
42°F 5°C
33°F 0°C
Feb
44°F 6°C
33°F 0°C
Mar
46°F 7°C
35°F 1°C
Apr
50°F 10°C
37°F 2°C
May
54°F 12°C
42°F 5°C

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Wednesday
Dec 23
Hi:
33°F 0°C
Lo:
22°F -5°C
Thursday
Dec 24
Hi:
35°F 1°C
Lo:
26°F -3°C
Friday
Dec 25
Hi:
35°F 1°C
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19°F -7°C
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What's Near The Old Course at St. Andrews Links

Top-Rated Nearby Hotels
Distance in: mi km
Hotel EUR* Distance Rating
Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa €282 0.0 mi 0.1 km 4 of 5 stars
The Dunvegan Hotel N/A 0.1 mi 0.2 km 5 of 5 stars
St. Andrews Golf Hotel €191 0.3 mi 0.5 km 4 of 5 stars
Macdonald Rusacks Hotel €179 0.3 mi 0.5 km 4 of 5 stars
Greyfriars Hotel €78 0.5 mi 0.7 km 4.5 of 5 stars
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Top-Rated Nearby Restaurants
Distance in: mi km
restaurant Distance Rating
West Port Bar & Kitchen 0.3 mi 0.5 km 4 of 5 stars
Ziggy's 0.3 mi 0.5 km 4 of 5 stars
Vine Leaf Restaurant 0.4 mi 0.6 km 4.5 of 5 stars
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Top-Rated Nearby Things to Do
Distance in: mi km
Thing to Do Distance Rating
Artery Gallery 0.3 mi 0.5 km 4.5 of 5 stars
Ogstons 0.6 mi 1.0 km 4 of 5 stars
Byre Theatre 0.9 mi 1.4 km 4 of 5 stars
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“You're on at the Old Course in St. Andrews: Here's how to play it” WorldGolf.com
“The Old Course: Even Presidents Consider Ancient Links A Must-Play” WorldGolf.com
“St. Andrews Links Trust” GolfEurope.com
“St. Andrews: The first golf destination is still the best in Scotland” WorldGolf.com
“Golf can be spooky at some of the world's most haunted golf courses” WorldGolf.com
“Beyond the Postage Stamp: Play the legendary par 3s of the golf courses of Scotland and Ireland” WorldGolf.com
“Tee up in Scotland or Ireland?” msnbc.msn.com / TravelGolf.com
“Dream trips for fathers and sons” worldgolf.com
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“The Old Course at St. Andrews Links” Sports Illustrated / GolfOnline.com
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 31 attractions in St. Andrews
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Traveler Description: Known for its unique features including 112 bunkers, the world's oldest course is a special challenge for golfers of all abilities.
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Attraction type: Golf course
Activities: Golfing
Address: St. Andrews Links
Pilmour House St. Andrews KY16 9SF
Scotland
Tel: 44 (0)1334 466666
Fax: 44 (0)1334 477036

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“Museum is also a must”
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4 of 5 stars
DurbanGal   56 contributions
Manchester, United Kingdom
Aug 29, 2008

There is also a wonderful golf museum which is really interesting for golf fans from all over the world. more

“Magnificent Experience”
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5 of 5 stars
santhony   134 contributions
Little Rock, Arkansas
Aug 13, 2008
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people found this review helpful

I've read reviews from golfers (whose opinions I respect) who were disappointed in the Old Course. I must say, however, that I viewed it as almost a mystical experience. Granted, conditions were perfect. The area had received abundant rainfall during the previous 30 days and the course was plush and immaculately maintained. The wind was light and variable, so birdies... more

“Une intimité so scottish”
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5 of 5 stars
BAGGIOParis   2 contributions
Paris
Mar 24, 2009

Voir mon article sur cet hôtel de charme sur mon site : http://jenny-baggio.com/carnetsdevoyages.htm Excellent accueil typiquement écossais. Chambres cosy very... more

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The Old Course at St. Andrews Links Address

St. Andrews Links | Pilmour House, St. Andrews KY16 9SF, Scotland
Tel: 44 (0)1334 466666 Fax: 44 (0)1334 477036