About British Golf Museum
Discover the fascinating story of golf's origins and evolution at this engaging museum on Bruce Embankment, featuring historic clubs, memorabilia and interactive exhibits for all ages.
What's nearby
- Old Course next door
- The Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews next door
- St Andrews Aquarium next door
- Old Course, St Andrews Links next door
- University of St Andrews 550m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Paid car park
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
Payment
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Opening hours
- Monday
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
Visited the R&A World Golf Museum and had a fantastic experience. The museum offers a fascinating journey through the history of golf, with well-presented exhibits, rare memorabilia, and interactive displays that make it enjoyable for both golf fans and casual visitors. The location overlooking the famous Old Course adds to the charm and makes the visit even more special. The staff were welcoming and knowledgeable, and the overall atmosphere was warm and engaging. A must-visit spot in St Andrews for anyone interested in the heritage of the game.
· via Google
If you like golf in any way this is for you with lots of old historical data on the game and lots of interactive displays, it even has a small putting area for you to try out. There was a quiz for kids to do where they need to find out some information from various displays and there is even a crafting room with lots of things for the kids to do, it's about 100 yards from the aquarium.
· via Google
A place enshrined with the wonder of golf. Though relatively small, it feels like a sanctuary for the appreciation and understanding of the history of golf from its early days on the wild hinterlands of Scotland to its development in the nineteenth century as a popular and widely appreciated game for the wealthy and fashionable attempting to connect with that ancient past. Now anyone can come and appreciate the clubs and balls that contributed to that history. There is a quiet calm and ceremonial serenity to this place that only the presence of centuries of stories and yearnings and artifacts can provide. Note especially the elegance and stylish design of the Claret Jug.
· via Google
AWESOME place with extremely friendly staff. We couldn’t have been treated nicer, or been better informed. The sweet ladies behind the counter even gave us recommendations for lunch based on a bunch of different criteria, and spent time telling us things we wouldn’t have known otherwise. The museum itself is super cool, and gives a great and succinct history of the game and it’s equipment. The former champion displays with a former golf club, or apparel item was cool to see - they even have a replica Claret Jug that is fully updated in its engravings. Overall we had a wonderful time and were very glad we stopped by!
· via Google
Visitors say this museum offers a fascinating journey through golf history with well-presented exhibits, rare memorabilia, and interactive displays. They also highlight the welcoming, knowledgeable staff and the good value of a 3-day pass.
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Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- First Floor, Bruce Embankment, St Andrews, KY16 9AB Get directions
- Category
- Museums & Galleries
- Guest rating
- 4.3 / 5 (777 reviews)
- Suitable for
- Ages 0-12
- Setting
- Indoor & outdoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Toilets on site
- Yes
- Destination
- St Andrews