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.

The outside of the Wardlaw Museum on a summer's day. Two females walk towards the camera smiling.

Visitor information

Opening hours

Monday
11am to 7pm
Tuesday
11am to 7pm
Wednesday
11am to 7pm
Thursday
11am to 7pm
Friday
11am to 7pm
Saturday
10am to 5pm
Sunday
10am to 5pm

Entry information

Entry is free.

 

How to find us

Wardlaw Museum
University of St Andrews
7 The Scores
St Andrews
KY16 9AR


Map

what3words address: ///universe.pastime.waged


Getting to the Museum

Walking and Cycling

The Museum is in 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.