Standing on the first tee of St Andrews Old Course is like stepping into golf's sacred ground. This is where the game was born in the 1400s, where Bobby Jones fell in love with links golf, and where the standard 18-hole round was established in 1764. The course sprawls across windswept Fife coast terrain with minimal alteration from nature—just fairways, seven magnificent double greens, and over 100 named bunkers that seem to guard every option. Playing here means navigating some of golf's most famous hazards: the Swilcan Burn protecting the opening hole, Hell Bunker's yawning chasm on the 14th, and the notorious Road Hole bunker on the 17th, which has broken legends and thrilled immortals alike. What makes the Old Course truly special is its paradox—it plays deceptively simple with wide fairways and enormous greens, yet punishes inconsistency with brutal severity. Wind, firm turf, and subtle undulations transform every round into a completely different exam. Groups will find themselves debating strategy, laughing at escapes from bunkers deeper than houses, and returning to the clubhouse with stories worth retelling for years. This is links golf in its truest, most historic form.
The world's oldest and most revered links course, featuring seven double greens, dramatic bunkers, and links golf in its purest form.
A championship links opened in 1895 to handle overflow demand, offering a more forgiving alternative to the Old Course.
Designed for ladies and juniors in 1897, recently upgraded to championship status, now rated among the toughest at St Andrews.
Built in 1914 to manage demand, featuring excellent par-3s and less intimidating terrain for developing golfers.
A shorter, more accessible links perfect for warming up or enjoying extra rounds during a St Andrews golf week.
A modern addition featuring panoramic coastal views and challenging contemporary links design.
A short course ideal for beginners, families, and quick practice rounds between championship golf.