Standing high on its rocky crag Stirling Castle defends an ancient crossing place on the River Forth. For 500 years this palace fortress and historic Old Town were a favourite residence of Scottish kings and courtiers.
Great Attractions Discover the Scottish kings’ connections or Robert the Bruce’s battle tactics. Re-live life in an old town jail, or explore the past in the Smith Art Gallery and Museum. More...
Shopping Stirling has it all – not just modern covered shopping malls like the Thistle Centre, but small businesses and specialist antiques and craft shops.
Eating Out It’s easy to find somewhere to eat out in Stirling. It’s a well-resourced and popular place catering for all kinds of visitors at every budget level.
There’s a good selection of cosmopolitan eating places – French, Italian, Indian – as well as traditional Scottish menus to be discovered.
Festivals & Events Music festivals, folk club events, agricultural show, pipe bands, Highland Games – and lots more going on in Stirling.
Entertainment Stirling’s student population add extra emphasis to its entertainment and nightlife. It’s a lively place with something for all ages.