Stirling Castle
Stirling is one of Scotland’s greatest stone castles – an icon integral to how we understand the nation’s story.
About Stirling Castle
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The castle peaked in importance in the 1500s, but its volcanic crag has been fortified since ancient times.
Generations of Scottish monarchs have enlarged, adapted and embellished Stirling Castle. Explore its three main enclosures, and then admire the refurbished Royal Palace – childhood home of Mary Queen of Scots. The palace’s lavish design drew on European Renaissance fashions to show off James V’s power and good taste.
We have recreated the palace interiors as they may have looked when the Scottish king’s grand scheme was complete. Costumed characters mingle with visitors, bringing the royal Stewart Court to life.
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Upcoming Events at Stirling Castle
Burns an’ a’ that
Join us at Stirling Castle to celebrate burns an' a' that and why not have a go at addressing the haggis!
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Celebrating International Womens Day
Come along to Stirling Castle this international women's day to meet some of Scotland's most influential, powerful women as they wander around the Castle.
READ MOREMore Days Out in Stirling
Cowanes Hospital
49 St John Street,
Stirling FK8 1ED
Cowane’s Hospital is a 17th Century Almshouse in the historic city of Stirling and is located in the area known as Top o’ the Town, just below Stirling Castle
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The Alpaca Trekking Centre
Moss Field Farm Thornhill,
Stirling FK8 3QQ
We are a family run Alpaca Farm and Trekking Centre based in Thornhill, next to the Flanders Moss Nature Reserve.
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Forth Valley Food and Drink Festival
,
Stirling
After a two-year break, the event will return on Saturday 24 August bringing together the local community and visitors to enjoy a big birthday bash.
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Blair Drummond Safari and Adventure Park
Blair Drummond Safari and Adventure Park By Stirling,
Stirling FK9 4UR
Located on a perfectly flat 160-acre estate just outside Stirling, Blair Drummond is Central Scotland’s most exciting family visitor attraction and the perfect place for a family day out.
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Regimental Museum
The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Regimental Museum The Castle,
Stirling FK8 1EH
The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum is located in Stirling Castle, in the city of Stirling, Scotland.
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The Engine Shed
Forthside Way,
Stirling FK8 2BY
We’re Scotland’s building conservation centre, a place to explore your built heritage!
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The Falkirk Wheel
The Falkirk Wheel Lime Road,
Falkirk FK1 4RS
The Falkirk Wheel is the world's first and only rotating boat lift, as much an icon for Scotland as it is an engineering masterpiece!
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Duncarron Medieval Village
Clanranald Trust for Scotland Carron Valley,
Denny FK6 5JL
Duncarron Medieval Village is a reconstructed, fortified village based on 11th-century motte and bailey design, with visitor centre.
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Briarlands Farm
Briarlands Farm Blairdrummond,
Stirling FK9 4UP
Briarlands Farm at Blair Drummond, near Stirling, offers a fun day out for all the family in the fresh air.
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Deanston Distillery
Deanston Distillery ,
Doune FK16 6AG
Our wonderful distillery, on the banks of the River Teith, has always been at the very heart of Deanston.
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Doune Castle
Doune Castle Castle Hill,
Doune FK16 6EA
One of Scotland’s most iconic heritage attractions and star of hit TV series Outlander, Doune Castle is a magnificent late 14th century courtyard castle!
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All Days Out listings in Stirling
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Cowanes Hospital
Cowane’s Hospital is a 17th Century Almshouse in the historic city of Stirling and is located in the area known as Top o’ the Town, just below Stirling Castle
READ MORE
The Alpaca Trekking Centre
We are a family run Alpaca Farm and Trekking Centre based in Thornhill, next to the Flanders Moss Nature Reserve.
READ MORE
Forth Valley Food and Drink Festival
After a two-year break, the event will return on Saturday 24 August bringing together the local community and visitors to enjoy a big birthday bash.
READ MORE
Blair Drummond Safari and Adventure Park
Located on a perfectly flat 160-acre estate just outside Stirling, Blair Drummond is Central Scotland’s most exciting family visitor attraction and the perfect place for a family day out.
READ MORE
The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Regimental Museum
The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum is located in Stirling Castle, in the city of Stirling, Scotland.
READ MORE
The Engine Shed
We’re Scotland’s building conservation centre, a place to explore your built heritage!
READ MORE
The Falkirk Wheel
The Falkirk Wheel is the world's first and only rotating boat lift, as much an icon for Scotland as it is an engineering masterpiece!
READ MORE
Duncarron Medieval Village
Duncarron Medieval Village is a reconstructed, fortified village based on 11th-century motte and bailey design, with visitor centre.
READ MORE
Briarlands Farm
Briarlands Farm at Blair Drummond, near Stirling, offers a fun day out for all the family in the fresh air.
READ MORE
Deanston Distillery
Our wonderful distillery, on the banks of the River Teith, has always been at the very heart of Deanston.
READ MORE
Doune Castle
One of Scotland’s most iconic heritage attractions and star of hit TV series Outlander, Doune Castle is a magnificent late 14th century courtyard castle!
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