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Stirling Castle - Open all Year - Seven Days
Stirling Castle towers above some of the most important battlefields in Scotland's history; including the site of Stirling Bridge where William Wallace was victorious over the English in 1297; and Bannockburn where Robert The Bruce defeated the same foe in 1314.
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Many great events from Scotland's past are associated with Stirling castle. Among the best remembered is the murder of the Earl of Douglas by James II and the throwing of the corpse from a window.
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Stirling Castle is closely bound with the life of the ill-fated Mary Queen of Scots. She spent her childhood in the Castle. Mary's Coronation took place in the Chapel Royal within the Castle in 1543 and she narrowly escaped death by fire in 1561. It was at Stirling that Mary's son, the future King James VI was baptised.
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The reconstructed Mediaeval Kitchen, the interpretive displays, the recently restored Great Hall dating from the Middle Ages, the beautiful gardens and the Military Museum all add to the enjoyment of visiting Stirling castle. More info at www.historic-scotland.gov.uk
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Argyll's Lodging - Open All Year - Seven Days
The finest and most complete surviving example in Scotland of a 17th Century town residence. Built by Sir William Alexander, founder of Nova Scotia, it passed to the Argyll family on his death.
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The principal rooms - including the Laigh Hall, dining room, drawing room and the bedchamber - are magnificently restored and furnished as they would have appeared during the 9th Earl of Argyll's occupation around 1680.
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The furniture and furnishings include beautifully carved and inlaid tables, elegantly upholstered chairs and glorious tapestries and wall hangings. Based on detailed inventories, the interiors have been authentically recreated to the highest standard by skilled craftsmen.
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National Wallace Monument - Open All Year - Seven Days
It's well nigh impossible to drive around Stirling without seeing the National Wallace Monument. This 220ft tower dominates the surrounding plain. Take the 246 steps to the top and you will enjoy some of the most awe-inspiring views in Scotland. You will also find much more to appreciate on the way up. www.nationalwallacemonument.com
Stirling Old Town Jail - Open All Year - Seven Days
Put yourself into the prisoner's shoes and discover what life must have been like behind bars, up to 150 years ago. A unique prison experience for everyone. www.oldtownjail.com
City Sightseeing Bus Tour - Easter to October
A convenient way to see the sights of Stirling. Take an open-topped bus tour of the town with a knowledgeable guide. The tour takes a circular route from the Castle Esplanade (next door to The Portcullis) out to the Wallace Monument. The buses run all day from 9.30 am to 5.30 pm and your ticket permits you to get on and off the bus as many times as you like in one day, thereby allowing you to spend time in the places that are of interest to you.
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