Wardlaw Museum
The Wardlaw Museum takes visitors inside the University of St Andrews, with four thematic galleries on the University's groundbreaking research and global impact.
The museum showcases the University's extraordinary art, history, science and natural history collections.
Complemented by an exciting programme of temporary exhibitions, interactive experiences for all ages, and a beautiful sea view from the terrace and garden, the museum is a major cultural space for St Andrews.
War, Destruction and Reform: the Early Years of Mary, Queen of Scots
Happening from...
Saturday 7 March 2026 to Sunday 20 September 2026.
Mary, Queen of Scots: icon, martyr, national obsession. You know her story, but what does she hide?
This exhibition is not just about Mary: come along to explore the effect of the wars on ordinary people and the long-lasting impact of this violence. Discover history repeating itself, and what Scotland's most famous monarch hides about life in her times.
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Visitor information
Opening hours
- Monday
- 10am to 5pm
- Tuesday
- 10am to 5pm
- Wednesday
- 10am to 5pm
- Thursday
- 10am to 5pm
- Friday
- 10am to 5pm
- Saturday
- 10am to 5pm
- Sunday
- 10am to 5pm
Entry information
Entry is free.
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How to find us
Wardlaw Museum
University of St Andrews
7 The Scores
St Andrews
KY16 9AR
Map
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Getting to the Museum
Walking and Cycling
The Museum is on the Fife Coastal Path. You can find a bicycle rack in our garden.
Public Transport
St Andrews can be reached by taking the train to Leuchars and then a bus to the town centre. The museum is located 0.6 miles from St Andrews Bus Station, about a 13-minute walk. Nearest bus stops are on Union St and Market St.
Driving
You can reach St Andrews by the main roads A91, A917 and A915. Paid parking spaces are available in the town centre and you can park on The Scores for free. We have one accessible parking space.
St Andrews has several EV charging stations. The nearest to the Wardlaw Museum is located in 8 The Scores KY16 9AZ is for the exclusive use of electric vehicles while charging.