The museum houses the oldest known set of golf clubs in the world, dating back to the early 18th century.
The collection includes a significant number of artifacts recovered from the site of the Old Course, some of which were used by early St Andrews caddies.
Exhibits trace the transition of the golf ball from the 'feathery' (leather stuffed with goose feathers) to the gutta-percha ball.
The museum features a dedicated section on the Open Championship, the oldest major golf tournament in the world.
It is the official museum of The R&A, which is one of the world's oldest golf organizations.
The R&A World Golf Museum in St Andrews preserves the global heritage of golf through an extensive collection of artifacts dating back to the sport's origins. Located on the Bruce Embankment, the museum utilizes interactive technology and historic equipment to explain the evolution of the game's rules and equipment. Visitors can view championship trophies, portraits of legendary players, and rare memorabilia from the earliest known eras of the sport. The museum is operated by The R&A, the governing body of golf outside the United States and Mexico. The facility is situated directly adjacent to the iconic Old Course at St Andrews, linking its historical exhibits to the primary site of professional golfing history.
The museum's viewing balcony, which provides a direct aerial-style perspective of the Old Course clubhouse and the final hole.
Visit the viewing gallery on the top floor for an unobstructed panoramic view of the Old Course's first and eighteenth holes.
Use the interactive touchscreens available throughout the galleries to access deeper historical data on specific artifacts.
Combine your visit with a walk around the adjacent Swilcan Bridge to see the location where many historical golfing moments occurred.
Do not attempt to walk onto the Old Course greens during your visit to the museum, as strict access rules apply to the golf course.
Open daily throughout the year, though operating hours may be restricted during the winter months.
