Attractions in Loch Lomond, Stirling & the Trossachs

By Kippen, Stirling, FK8 3RA

A beautifully situated Augustinian monastery founded in 1238. Much of the 13th century building survives.

Alexandria, Dunbartonshire, G83 8LX

Delightful park with 200 acres of woodland, parkland and gardens reaching down to Loch Lomond. Visitor Centre in Balloch Castle.

Stirling, FK8

This handsome bridge was built in about 1500, possibly replacing a wooden bridge. Until quite recently this was the lowest bridging point on the River Forth.

Falls of Dochart, Killin, Perthshire, FK21 8XE

Overlooking the beautiful Falls of Dochart, the Centre provides a fascinating insight into the myths, legends, wildlife and Clan history of Breadalbane. Working water wheel.

Clackmannan, Clackmannanshire, FK10 1

This well-preserved tower-house was built between the 14th and 17th centuries. It stands on a hill just to the west of the town with superb views out over the Firth of Forth.

Dumbarton, Dunbartonshire, G82 5HD

This charming property has a walled garden with glasshouses, a heather garden, herbaceous and mixed shrub borders and a fruit and vegetable garden.

Strathblane, Dunbartonshire, G63 9DF

Helensburgh, Dunbartonshire, G84 8SQ

Large pool, small pool, sauna, sunbeds, fitness room, fun sessions and much more. Open daily.

Dungoyne, By Glasgow, G63 9LB

Scotland's most beautiful distillery, situated in a wooded valley in the Campsie Hills, has been producing whisky for nearly 200 years. Wide range of tours and tastings. Slainte Mhath shop.

Stirling, FK8 1EG

A superb mansion built around 1630, once owned by the Earl of Argyll. It is the most impressive town house of its period in Scotland.

Nr Stirling, Scotland, UK

Part of the largest raised bog in Britain. Special plants include cranberry and bog rosemary. Roe deer and adders are common. Unusual colony of blue hares. Best viewed from A873 10 miles west of Stirling.

Scotland, UK

This oak woodland rises steeply from the eastern shore of Loch Lomond with open moorland above. In summer, pied flycatchers and redstarts breed here. Nature trail.

Dollar, Clackmannanshire, FK14 7PP

Known as 'Castle of Gloom' this spectacularly sited 15th century fortress was the lowland stronghold of the Campbells. Stunning views from the parapet walk.

Balmaha, G63 0JQ

Famous the world over for the tranquil beauty of its wooded shores, the reserve, includes five of the loch's islands and the marshlands at the mouth of the River Endrick. Ferry from Balmaha to the Island of Inchcailloch

Hillfoots Road, Causewayhead, Stirling, FK9 5LF

Extraordinary Victorian gothic tower built to commemorate William Wallace, Scotland's national hero. Panoramic views. Gift/Tea Shop.