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Stirling Castle

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Stirling Castle is one of Scotland's greatest stone castles, run by Historic Environment Scotland. Visitors can explore the ramparts, the Great Hall and the refurbished Royal Palace where Mary Queen of Scots spent her childhood. The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Museum is on site.

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Where to stay

  • Stirling city centreHotels and guest houses at the foot of the castle hill
  • Bridge of AllanVillage about 10 minutes away by car
  • DunblaneCathedral town about 15 minutes away
  • CallanderGateway to the Trossachs, about 30 minutes away
  • FalkirkTown about 25 minutes away with good rail links

Getting there

  • The castle is about 0.5 miles from Stirling train and bus station, mostly uphill
  • The castle car park is closed to most vehicles, except coaches and accessible parking
  • Alternatives include Castleview Park and Ride (shuttle buses can get busy at peak times) and council car parks
  • Booking online with code GOOD25 and showing a bus or train ticket gives 25% off standard admission
TipThe walk from the station is steep, so allow extra time and use the accessible parking if needed. Last entry is one hour before closing, and the castle is closed on 25 and 26 December.

Travel details can change, especially on event days — check with the venue or operator before you travel.

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Questions people ask

Where is the best place to stay near Stirling Castle?

Stirling city centre: Hotels and guest houses at the foot of the castle hill. Bridge of Allan: Village about 10 minutes away by car. Dunblane: Cathedral town about 15 minutes away. Callander: Gateway to the Trossachs, about 30 minutes away. Falkirk: Town about 25 minutes away with good rail links.

How do I get to Stirling Castle?

The castle is about 0.5 miles from Stirling train and bus station, mostly uphill. The castle car park is closed to most vehicles, except coaches and accessible parking. Alternatives include Castleview Park and Ride (shuttle buses can get busy at peak times) and council car parks. Booking online with code GOOD25 and showing a bus or train ticket gives 25% off standard admission.

Any tips for visiting Stirling Castle?

The walk from the station is steep, so allow extra time and use the accessible parking if needed. Last entry is one hour before closing, and the castle is closed on 25 and 26 December.

Which airport is closest to Stirling Castle?

The nearest airport on this site is Edinburgh Airport, about 25 miles away in a straight line. See hotels near the airport.