Museums & Galleries · St Andrews
Wardlaw Museum
📍 KY16 9AR
Photo: Drkirstyross (CC BY-SA 3.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- Four thematic galleries on the University's research and impact
- Temporary exhibition on the early years of Mary, Queen of Scots
- Sea view from the terrace and garden
- Digital tours and audio guides via Bloomberg Connects
- Shop selling gifts, books and University merchandise
The Wardlaw Museum is associated with the University of St Andrews. The museum houses a selection of the university's historic, artistic and scientific collections, which comprise over 115,000 artefacts. They are displayed across four galleries which aim to tell the story of the university. The newly refurbished museum now has an extended temporary exhibition space as well as a new research studio and extended gift shop. also contains a 'Learning Loft' for workshops and a vie... — Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)
Practical details
- Open
- Monday 10am to 5pm
- Parking
- Paid parking in town centre; free parking on The Scores; one accessible space
- Accessibility
- Email in advance for accessibility questions or large group visits
- Best for
- Quiet, contemplative visits with stunning views
From the attraction's own website on 20 Sep 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Disabled Access
- ✓ Parking
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