St Andrews is popular for families and offers a wide variety of family activities.  If the weather is fair one of the most popular attractions are the beaches.  The two main beaches are the East and West sands.  The West Sands is the more popular of the two runs between the sea and the St Andrews Links golf courses. The West Sands is popular with surfers and kite flyers.

Adjacent to the beach, heading towards the golf courses, The Himalayas is an 18 hole putting area which is popular with families. The Himalayas is open from April to October.

Some top attractions include:

Cairnie Fruit Farm and Outdoor Maze – located just outside Cupar (8 miles from St Andrews).  In the summer the farm offers 6 acre outdoor maze, go karting, trampolines and swings.  The farm is ideally suited for kids up to 16 years and adults can also browse the farm shop our pick your own strawberries and raspberries. The maze is open from July 10th to the end of September. Tel: 01334 6556510

Craigtoun Country Park – situated two miles south west of the city centre, the park includes a miniature railway, picnic areas and a boating lake. Opens April to September.  Tel: 01334 473666

St Andrews Aquarium - located next to the West Sands and ideal for a day out when the weather is not so good.

Visitors looking for family friendly accommodation have a variety of self catering and guest house options.  Rufflets Country House Hotel also offers family suites and self catering options Tel: 01334 472594