Anstruther

The largest fishing town on the East Neuk, famous for its award-winning fish and chips, and the departure point for boats to the Isle of May to see puffins.

About 15 km from St Andrews, the Anstruther Fish Bar by the harbour has repeatedly been named Britain's best fish and chip shop, so queues are the norm. The town has the Scottish Fisheries Museum, colourful stone houses and a harbour promenade. In summer, boats leave from the harbour for the Isle of May. Bus 95 from St Andrews takes about 30 minutes. You can combine Anstruther with Crail and Pittenweem for a day trip around the East Neuk.

Opening hours

All day

Fishing village · Fish and chips · Harbor

Nearby sights

Scottish Fisheries Museum
Pittenweem
Scotland's Secret Bunker
St Monans
Kellie Castle
Crail
Cambo Estate
Fife Coastal Path (St Andrews–Crail)

Places to eat nearby

The Cheesy Toast Shack
Jannettas Gelateria
Forgan's Restaurant
Tailend Fish and Chips
Haar Restaurant
The Seafood Ristorante