Stirling Castle Tours

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Stirling Castle

No holiday in Scotland is complete without a visit to Stirling Castle. Holding an important place in Scottish history, the castle stands majestically atop volcanic rock overlooking the upper Forth valley, where the ‘Battle of Stirling Bridge’ saw the defeat of Edward I’s army in 1297 at the hands of William Wallace. The following year Wallace was appointed Guardian of Scotland. This was the period kick-starting Scotland’s first Wars of Independence.

The locus of many sieges, battles and other ceremonies, Stirling Castle saw the Crowning of Mary Queen of Scots aged 9 months in 1543 and where she spent her early childhood. Some two hundred years later her three times great grandson, Bonnie Prince Charlie, would himself lay siege to the castle in one of many Jacobite campaigns… a cause he inherited from his fore-fathers.

Meander through the Grand Hall, explore the opulence of the Royal Palace and Chapel, enjoy the tapestries found in the Queen’s residence or simply enjoy the atmosphere of this incredible piece of living history and stunning views across the valley to the Ochil Hills. There is something for everyone!

Home to many ghosts of a bygone era, you might even be lucky enough to sense or see the castle’s Green Lady, Mary Queen of Scots’ lady-in-waiting, who saved the queen one night from a fire in her bed chambers. Having died from her burns some time later, she now frequents the castles dark corridors and courtyards

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Loch Ness, Inverness & Highlands in Spanish.

Nobody offers as much in a single day as our tour to Loch Ness! Cross the Highlands of Scotland, learn the history of Glen Coe, …More

Nobody offers as much in a single day as our tour to Loch Ness! Cross the Highlands of Scotland, learn the history of Glen Coe,...

12 hours 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish

Without a doubt, this is the most complete tour of all! Explore the forests of the Highlands, visit dream lakes and learn about the history …More

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Without a doubt, this is the most complete tour of all! Explore the forests of the Highlands, visit dream lakes and learn about the history...

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3 Hour Private Tour of Stirling Old Town and Stirling Castle

Join us for a completely unique Stirling private experience; immerse yourself in the old town of Stirling and Stirling Castle on this 3 hour tour …More

Join us for a completely unique Stirling private experience; immerse yourself in the old town of Stirling and Stirling Castle on this 3 hour tour...

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Loch Ness Glen Coe and the Highlands Italian Tour Guide

Enjoy a full day tour in Italian from Edinburgh to the Highlands and take the chance to see their breathtaking scenery. Take a glimpse of …More

Enjoy a full day tour in Italian from Edinburgh to the Highlands and take the chance to see their breathtaking scenery. Take a glimpse of...

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Stirling Castle and Whisky Very Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

Join this very small group tour (average group size of around 12 passengers) and follow in the footsteps of great Scottish heroes on this historic …More

Join this very small group tour (average group size of around 12 passengers) and follow in the footsteps of great Scottish heroes on this historic...

10 hours Free Cancellation
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Explore Stirling in 90 minutes with a Local - Private Tour

Join an exciting 60-minute walking journey through Stirling. Learn all the key facts about the city, dive into the local lifestyle, and feel its unique …More

Join an exciting 60-minute walking journey through Stirling. Learn all the key facts about the city, dive into the local lifestyle, and feel its unique...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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Glasgow (Greenock) Shore Excursion: Stirling, Loch Lomond & The Highlands

Spend the day exploring the beautiful Scottish countryside on this shore excursion from Greenock port, led by an expert guide. Traveling comfortably in an air-conditioned …More

Spend the day exploring the beautiful Scottish countryside on this shore excursion from Greenock port, led by an expert guide. Traveling comfortably in an air-conditioned...

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Glasgow Shore Excursion Incl. Loch Lomond and the Trossachs

Board an air-conditioned coach or mini-coach at the Port Terminal. Pause for refreshments and enjoy scenic views Explore this historic fortress (entrance fee not included). …More

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Board an air-conditioned coach or mini-coach at the Port Terminal. Pause for refreshments and enjoy scenic views Explore this historic fortress (entrance fee not included)....

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Loch Ness and the Highlands Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

Join this very small group tour (average group size of around 12 passengers) for a classic one day tour to Loch Ness. Traveling through spectacular …More

Join this very small group tour (average group size of around 12 passengers) for a classic one day tour to Loch Ness. Traveling through spectacular...

12 hours Free Cancellation
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Stirling Castle, Whisky & Kelpies Tour starting Edinburgh

Our unique 5-star tours, as awarded by the Scottish Tourism Board, offer the chance to explore and experience Scotland in the perfect setting. You will …More

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Our unique 5-star tours, as awarded by the Scottish Tourism Board, offer the chance to explore and experience Scotland in the perfect setting. You will...

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Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond Walk & Whisky Distillery Tour from Glasgow

Our unique 5-star tours, as awarded by the Scottish Tourism Board, offer the chance to explore and experience Scotland in the perfect setting. You will …More

Our unique 5-star tours, as awarded by the Scottish Tourism Board, offer the chance to explore and experience Scotland in the perfect setting. You will...

7 hours 10 minutes Free Cancellation
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Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond and Cruise Day Tour from Glasgow

*Includes entrance fee for Stirling Castle and cruise on Loch Lomond Envision gory battles thrashing against the grand walls of Stirling Castle. Follow in the …More

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*Includes entrance fee for Stirling Castle and cruise on Loch Lomond Envision gory battles thrashing against the grand walls of Stirling Castle. Follow in the...

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Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond Full-Day Private Tour in a Premium Minivan

First we stop to admire the views over the Forth Bridges from South Queensferry before continuing to Linlithgow Palace with its rich and varied history. …More

First we stop to admire the views over the Forth Bridges from South Queensferry before continuing to Linlithgow Palace with its rich and varied history....

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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On the Trail of Mary Queen of Scots Private Tour in a Minivan from Edinburgh

Our fantastic private guided Mary Queen of Scots tour is a fantastic way to explore many of the locations that were connected to Mary, including her birth, departure …More

Our fantastic private guided Mary Queen of Scots tour is a fantastic way to explore many of the locations that were connected to Mary, including her birth, departure...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered
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Stirling Castle and Best of Falkirk Private Shore Ex Edinburgh

Maximise your time ashore and let Macleod Heilan Tours take you on a Scottish adventure through some of the best historical locations in Scotland. This …More

Maximise your time ashore and let Macleod Heilan Tours take you on a Scottish adventure through some of the best historical locations in Scotland. This...

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From Greenock: Stirling Castle and Glasgow Private Tour

We will start our great journey visiting Stirling Castle, one of the largest and most important castles in Scotland Ask your guide for information on …More

We will start our great journey visiting Stirling Castle, one of the largest and most important castles in Scotland Ask your guide for information on...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands Private Day Tour From Edinburgh

Journey to the north and into the mountainous highland region of Scotland. Explore some of Scotland’s best scenery and delve deep in the history. Learn …More

Journey to the north and into the mountainous highland region of Scotland. Explore some of Scotland’s best scenery and delve deep in the history. Learn...

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Private Stirling Dark Side Tour

Originally created as a sold-out Halloween special event, we're excited to offer this as a private tour. Do something different on your trip to Stirling! …More

Originally created as a sold-out Halloween special event, we're excited to offer this as a private tour. Do something different on your trip to Stirling!...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Private Stirling Old Town Tour

Explore Stirling the way you want to, spend quality time with a local and get a real taste of our beautiful city. With flexible meeting …More

Explore Stirling the way you want to, spend quality time with a local and get a real taste of our beautiful city. With flexible meeting...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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Private Scotland Tour: St Andrews, Stirling & Four Historic Towns

Experience Scotland’s history, culture, and iconic cityscapes on a private full-day tour through St Andrews, Dundee, Perth, and Stirling. Travel beyond the crowded bus routes …More

Experience Scotland’s history, culture, and iconic cityscapes on a private full-day tour through St Andrews, Dundee, Perth, and Stirling. Travel beyond the crowded bus routes...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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Edinburgh: Mary Queen of Scots Privately Guided Luxury Day Tour

For history enthusiasts and admirers of Mary Queen of Scots, this tour will take you through her remarkable, yet tragic life. Follow her footsteps, as …More

For history enthusiasts and admirers of Mary Queen of Scots, this tour will take you through her remarkable, yet tragic life. Follow her footsteps, as...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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