Stirling Castle

Esplanade
Stirling
Stirlingshire
FK8 1EJ

Tel: +44 (0)1786 450 000
Web: Attraction's Own Web Site

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Towering over the city, Stirling Castle is amongst Scotland's most celebrated visitor attractions. For centuries kings and queens
held court here and it provided a home for many monarchs including the infant Mary Queen of Scots.

The castle's Royal Palace re-opens in June 2011 after a £12 million project returning it to its Renaissance glory. Visitors will be shown round the palace by costumed performers and can enjoy new exhibitions and interactive displays for all the family.

Visitors can also take in the magnificent Great Hall, Chapel Royal and Medieval Kitchens as well as the regimental museum of the Argyll & Sutherland Highlanders.

Enjoying a Visit
The new visitor experience enables you to meet costumed characters from the past and hear their stories of intrigue from the royal court.

Explore the lavishly decorated rooms of the palace and discover the original Stirling Heads in our new gallery. Visit the exhibition which brings the castle's history to life. Families will particularly enjoy the interactive displays in the palace vaults.

Our specially designed Access Gallery in the palace vaults allows disabled visitors to experience areas within the castle which are inaccessible, including the first floor gallery in the palace.

We also have a courtesy vehicle for those who have difficulty with steep inclines.

Gifts & Refreshments
Our shops sell a wide range of gifts, souvenirs, tapestry products, books and whisky.

Unicorn Café provides
a delicious menu of traditional hot and cold food.

This property is in the care of Historic Scotland.


Opening Times
(2011 times)
1st April to 30th September:
Daily 9.30am to 6.00pm

1st October to 31st March
Daily 9.30am - 5.00pm.

Last ticket sold 45 minutes before closing.

Closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Please call to check New Year opening.

Admission Charges
(2011 prices)
Adult £13.00; Child (under 16yrs) £6.50; Concession £10.00.

Directions
Located at the head of Stirling's historic old town off the M9.
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Stirling Castle Postcode for SatNav: FK8 1EJ

Nearby Attractions
Argyll's Lodging (< 1 Mile)*
Please note access is by pre-booked guided tour only through arrangement with Stirling Castle.
Smith Art Gallery & Museum (< 1 Mile)*
Nestling beneath Stirling Castle, in the King's Park, the ancient hunting grounds of the Stuart monarchs, and now a suburb of opulent Victorian mansions, is the Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum.
National Wallace Monument (1 Mile)*
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Nearby Hotels
Barcelo Stirling Highland Hotel (< 1 Mile)*
This magnificent listed building was a former school and has been extensively renovated into a fine 4 star hotel. The Barcelo Stirling Highland Hotel comprises 96 non-smoking bedrooms, an excellent restaurant and a top class health and leisure club.
Golden Lion Hotel (< 1 Mile)*
Located in Stirling city centre, the Golden Lion Hotel has welcomed guests, including royalty and Rabbie Burns, for more than 2 centuries. The hotel is close to shops and the magnificent Stirling Castle.
Holiday Inn Express Stirling (2 Miles)*
The Holiday Inn Express Stirling is close to Stirling's city centre and famous attractions including Stirling Castle.
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Nearby Self Catering
The Courtyard (1 Mile)*
The Courtyard is a bright,spacious self-catering property capable of comfortably sleeping and dining eight people, located in one of Stirlings most prestigious areas; Kings Park. Recently refurbished and totally modernised.
Stirling Centre (1 Mile)*
The city of Stirling is right in the centre of Scotland and our holiday home is in the centre of Stirling.
Bankend Farm House (2 Miles)*
This lovingly modernised farmhouse, with its spectacular views provides luxury modern day living, without loosing the charm of an old farmhouse.
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