Stirling
Scotland’s newest city has an extraordinarily rich history and heritage. Visit the place where the Wars of Independence were fought and monarchs ruled from the imposing castle. Step back in time and learn more about Stirling’s turbulent past at the Bannockburn Heritage Centre and the Old Town Jail.
Just one hour from both Edinburgh and Glasgow, Stirling is easily accessible and you can gain a real insight into the past in one of Scotland’s most historic cities. Dominated by the towering Stirling Castle, the city itself is compact which makes it very easy to walk around and take in the sights.
You will find a collaboration of modern shopping centers, an historic old town, a highlight of which is the impressive National Wallace Monument that overlooks the scene of Scotland’s victory at The Battle of Stirling Bridge, and a beautiful university campus that attracts students from all over the world.
Get our top tips here on spending 24 hours in Stirling!
