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.
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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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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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Go Ape Aberfoyle
The Lodge - Forest Visitor Centre. Queen Elizabeth Forest Park,
Aberfoyle FK8 3SX
Go Ape Aberfoyle offers exhilarating and unrivalled outdoor activities less than an hour's drive north of Glasgow!
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The Lodge Forest Visitor Centre
The Lodge Forest Visitor Centre Duke's Pass,
Aberfoyle FK8 3SX
With trails suitable for all, tree top adventures, a great café, toilets and plenty of information, this should be your first stop when it comes to exploring...
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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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RSPB Black Devon Wetlands
RSPB Black Devon Wetlands ,
Alloa FK10 1BZ
RSPB Black Devon Wetlands is a quiet gem of a reserve, an area of untouched wet grassland and wetland habitat!
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The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum
The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum Dumbarton Road,
Stirling FK8 2RQ
The Stirling Smith is the home of a significant collection of rare and unique artefacts, spanning centuries of Scottish, British and World history.
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Argylls Lodging
NA Castle Wynd,
Stirling FK8 1EG
Argyll's Lodging is Scotland's most splendid and complete example of a 17th century townhouse, fit to receive, and impress, royal guests!
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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 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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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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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!
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
Go Ape Aberfoyle
Go Ape Aberfoyle offers exhilarating and unrivalled outdoor activities less than an hour's drive north of Glasgow!
READ MORE
The Lodge Forest Visitor Centre
With trails suitable for all, tree top adventures, a great café, toilets and plenty of information, this should be your first stop when it comes to exploring...
READ MORE
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
RSPB Black Devon Wetlands
RSPB Black Devon Wetlands is a quiet gem of a reserve, an area of untouched wet grassland and wetland habitat!
READ MORE
The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum
The Stirling Smith is the home of a significant collection of rare and unique artefacts, spanning centuries of Scottish, British and World history.
READ MORE
Argylls Lodging
Argyll's Lodging is Scotland's most splendid and complete example of a 17th century townhouse, fit to receive, and impress, royal guests!
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 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
The Alpaca Trekking Centre
We are a family run Alpaca Farm and Trekking Centre based in Thornhill, next to the Flanders Moss Nature Reserve.
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