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Things to see in Kingsbarns (United Kingdom): 31 places and when to go
Kingsbarns is a town in United Kingdom, and this site lists 31 places in and around it, mainly History (13), Nature (5), Wildlife (5). The best known are St Andrews Cathedral, The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews and St Andrews Castle. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 17 h 22 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 38. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 56.2871, -2.6428
- Places
- 31 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (13) · Nature (5) · Wildlife (5) · Museums and art (4) · Temples (3) · Architecture (3)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- EDI Ingliston, Edinburgh, 59 km as the crow flies
What to see in Kingsbarns
The places in and around Kingsbarns, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- St Andrews CathedralRuined cathedral in Saint Andrews, Scotland11 km
- The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St AndrewsGolf club in Scotland12 km
- St Andrews CastleCastle in Fife, Scotland, UK11 km
- Kellie CastleCastle near Pittenweem, in Fife, Scotland, UK9.9 km
- R&A World Golf MuseumSports museum in Fife, Scotland, United Kingdom12 km
- St Andrews BayBay in Fife, Scotland, UK, north of the town of St Andrews11 km
- Church of St Mary on the RockSecular college of priests11 km
- Pittarthie CastleCastle in Fife, Scotland, UK8.3 km
- St Andrews MuseumMuseum in Fife, Scotland, United Kingdom12 km
- Ardross Castle, FifeCastle in Fife, Scotland, UK14 km
- Blackfriars, St AndrewsRemaining ruins of Blackfriars Chapel, St Andrews, Scotland11 km
- Crail Parish ChurchChurch in Crail, Fife, Scotland, UK2.9 km
- Bogward DovecotScottish historic building12 km
- Fife Ness LighthouseLighthouse at Fife Ness, Scotland3.6 km
- Isle of May LighthouseLighthouse in Fife, Scotland, UK12 km
- Isle of May PrioryMonestary for a former community of Benedictine monks on the Isle of May in the Firth of Forth, Scotland13 km
- Kingsbarns distilleryWhisky distillery in Fife, Scotland, UK4 m
- Scottish Fisheries MuseumFishing museum in Fife, Scotland, United Kingdom8.0 km
- St Salvator's ChapelChapel in Fife, Scotland, UK11 km
- Swilcan BridgeBridge in Fife, Scotland, UK, carries a footpath across Swilken Burn12 km
- Museum of the University of St AndrewsUniversity museum in Fife, Scotland, UK11 km
- Deans CourtBuilding in Fife, Scotland, UK11 km
- Barnyards Marsh Nature ReserveProtected area15 km
- Cambo HouseHouse in Fife, Scotland, UK791 m
And the other 7, by what you come to do:
- Nature: Isle of May National Nature Reserve, Kilminning Coast Wildlife Reserve, West Quarry Braes
- Stargazing: James Gregory Telescope
- With kids: St Andrews Aquarium
- Food and drink: St Andrews Brewing Company, St Andrews Wine Company
When to go to Kingsbarns
The best time to visit Kingsbarns is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not7:15
- FebPossible9:14
- MarPossible11:26
- AprBest time13:55
- MayBest time16:05
- JunBest time17:22
- JulBest time16:50
- AugBest time14:52
- SepBest time12:27
- OctPossible10:03
- NovBetter not7:49
- DecPossible6:38
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 17 h 22 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 38. In April, 30 of the 31 places are at their best.
When to go to United Kingdom in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Kingsbarns
The nearest main airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI, Ingliston, Edinburgh), 59 km as the crow flies. How to get around United Kingdom (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Dundee84 places30 km
- Arbroath24 places32 km
- the henge32 places33 km
- Pencaitland41 places47 km
- Cranshaws18 places50 km
- Edinburgh215 places52 km
And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Kingsbarns?
The best known: St Andrews Cathedral, The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews, St Andrews Castle, Kellie Castle, R&A World Golf Museum. In all, 31 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Kingsbarns?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 17 h 22 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 38.
How do you get to Kingsbarns?
The nearest main airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), 59 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Kingsbarns as the destination and these 31 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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