Field Trips for St Andrews, Scotland

Explore some of Scotland’s most breathtaking and picturesque landscapes on this guided trek into the southern Highlands. We’ll start our day at the historic town of Callender before visiting the Falls of Dochart, where river waters tumble over ancient rocks heading for the grand Loch Tay. The day will also include a stop at Fortingall Yew, an ancient yew tree that may be the oldest in the United Kingdom, and the historic Highland towns of Dunkeld and Birnam.

Experience the dramatic Angus coast in northeast Scotland! We'll visit the ruins of Dunnottar Castle, a medieval fortress perched impressively atop a cliff and surrounded on three sides by the North Sea. Our journey then takes us to Arbroath Abbey, one of Scotland's most historically significant churches. Founded by William the Lion in 1178, the Abbey is most famous for its association with the Declaration of Arbroath in 1320, which asserted Scotland's independence from England. Time permitting, the day may also include a visit to a museum of ancient Pictish stone carvings.

This day trip includes a range of sights along the Fife coast and a venture through its small, picturesque villages - Culross Village and Falkland Village. Much of our day centers on the historic city of Stirling, home to several important battle sites and monuments. We'll explore the ancient interior and impressive architecture of Stirling Castle, one of the largest castles in Scotland. Strategically located on top of Castle Hill and surrounded by steep cliffs, the castle towers over important battlefields of Scotland’s past. Next stop is the National Wallace Monument, a distinctive tower honoring one of Scotland's most famous warriors, Sir William Wallace. As we pass through three exhibition rooms, a 246-step spiral staircase leads us to breathtaking views of Scotland's historic heartland.

Note: Yearlong students can choose to attend this field trip in either the fall or spring semester.