Things to See and Do
There’s no shortage of things to see and do in Fife. Walk along our coastal and countryside paths to reconnect with nature and soak in the rich and varied landscapes of this special corner of Scotland. Or take time to select from the vast number of other activities and local attractions. Whatever you choose to do, we are available throughout your stay to help you make the most of your visit and make recommendations so that you can explore Fife's rich culture and history for yourself.
Retail Therapy
Fife has many interesting shops to explore. Whether you’re looking for fashion, jewellery, art or food and drink, head into one of the main towns, the closest being Dunfermline, for some retail therapy with big name brands or visit one of the quaint villages for something unique.
For handmade crafts and unique arts, head to the East Neuk of Fife. Crail Pottery is a particular favourite, nestled around a beautiful courtyard in this picturesque harbour town.
For original artwork by local artists, the place to visit is Pittenweem - home to an abundance of galleries. August is a particularly good time to visit as the world famous Pittenweem Art Festival makes a great day out.
St Andrews boasts an array of independent boutique shops and you’ll be able to pick up the perfect winter sweater made from Scottish cashmere or a quirky handmade gift to take home to friends and family.
Find something unique at Crail Pottery in Crail or browse beautifully made furniture at Kinloch Woodworks & Gallery near Ladybank. You can also visit the world’s most famous and oldest golf shop, the Old Tom Morris Shop in St Andrews.
Produced by Griselda Hill, explore Fife’s creative culture at Wemyss Ware Pottery located in the stunning setting of Ceres - arguably Fife's most beautiful village.
Opened in 2015, Fire Station Creative - situated in Dunfermline - boasts an art gallery, studios, classroom, art therapy studio and artisan café.
Tours
There are several tour operators in Fife. Whether it’s sight-seeing, fishing trips, walking tours, whisky trails or Historic Scotland visits, you’re guaranteed to find the right tour for you.
Discover the heritage of the fishing villages of the East Neuk or hear stories from the past by booking a guided walking tour of St Andrews.
In summer, you can take a boat trip to the Isle of May - which lies at the entrance to the Firth of Forth - with Anstruther Pleasure Cruises and discover a haven of wildlife.
Book a sightseeing adventure with Strachan Tours and visit all the gems of Fife throughout the day. See Falkland Palace, the Fife Folk Museum and the treasures of the beautiful East Neuk.
Get unrivalled views of the magnificent Forth Bridges and the abundance of marine wildlife. Maid of the Forth cruises sail daily and stop off at Inchcolm Island where you can explore the magnificent abbey.
Take a tailor-made tour of the local area with Dunfermline Tours and fill your itinerary with fishing villages such as Elie, Crail and Pittenweem.
Enjoy one of the many golf tours available or plan your perfect golf holiday with Scotland Golf Tours.
