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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Stirling Castle, Highlands and standing stones experience.

All the mad medieval stories from the mighty Stirling Castle where I used to be a guide. I'll tell you the stories that the castle …More

All the mad medieval stories from the mighty Stirling Castle where I used to be a guide. I'll tell you the stories that the castle...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (5)
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$978
3-Day Customizable Private Tour

We visit – the places you choose! Plan a journey with us that includes your personal favourite sights and must-see destinations. A Custom Tour can …More

We visit – the places you choose! Plan a journey with us that includes your personal favourite sights and must-see destinations. A Custom Tour can...

3 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (6)
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$3,715
Scottish Whisky and Castles small group tours from Edinburgh

Our private tour visits two ancient Scottish castles and a distillery .   This tour goes to Tullibardine Distillery  ,  Stirling Castle  and Drummond Castle  . Drummond …More

Our private tour visits two ancient Scottish castles and a distillery .   This tour goes to Tullibardine Distillery  ,  Stirling Castle  and Drummond Castle  . Drummond...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$675
Scotland's Highlights Private Day Tour from Edinburgh

Experience the very best of Scotland’s heritage, natural beauty, and local charm on this curated 7-hour journey. From the towering engineering marvel of The Kelpies …More

Experience the very best of Scotland’s heritage, natural beauty, and local charm on this curated 7-hour journey. From the towering engineering marvel of The Kelpies...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$309
Scotch Whisky Tour

This is a truly unique experience of a distillery and look at Scottish history. We’ll take you from your hotel or cruise ship with comfortable …More

This is a truly unique experience of a distillery and look at Scottish history. We’ll take you from your hotel or cruise ship with comfortable...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$953
Whisky Tour & Stirling Castle

This is a truly unique tour experience visiting Stirling Castle and whisky distillery then move into a small traditional village. …More

This is a truly unique tour experience visiting Stirling Castle and whisky distillery then move into a small traditional village....

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$948
Private Luxury Shore Excursion Driving Tour to Stirling Six Hours Long

Indulge in the epitome of luxury as you join us on a captivating six-hour driving tour through the historic heart of Scotland. We invite you …More

Indulge in the epitome of luxury as you join us on a captivating six-hour driving tour through the historic heart of Scotland. We invite you...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$903
Linlithgow palace, Blackness &Stirling Castle Private Tour

This tour offers a unique glimpse into Scotland's rich history and stunning architecture. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore four iconic landmarks, including the …More

This tour offers a unique glimpse into Scotland's rich history and stunning architecture. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore four iconic landmarks, including the...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$846
Glasgow Shore Excursion to The Kelpies and Stirling Castle

On this tour you'll see the magnificent Kelpies, towering horse head sculptures, are a modern marvel celebrating the country's industrial heritage. Visit Stirling Castle, with …More

On this tour you'll see the magnificent Kelpies, towering horse head sculptures, are a modern marvel celebrating the country's industrial heritage. Visit Stirling Castle, with...

8 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$921
Private Tour from Greenock Ocean Terminal to Edinburgh

We have been touring our home land of Scotland for several years now. We have a wealth of local knowledge and experience when it comes …More

We have been touring our home land of Scotland for several years now. We have a wealth of local knowledge and experience when it comes...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$1,234
Private Braveheart & Whisky

This allows you the opportunity to see a bit of everything, Rob Roy country the National Park of "The Trossachs" and lunch. After lunch it’s …More

This allows you the opportunity to see a bit of everything, Rob Roy country the National Park of "The Trossachs" and lunch. After lunch it’s...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,083
Glencoe, Central Highlands, Rob Roy, Whisky, Private Tour

Embark on a journey of opulence, grandeur, and unparalleled beauty with Wee Scottish Tours, a distinguished and award-winning luxury tour company. Discover the untamed magnificence …More

Embark on a journey of opulence, grandeur, and unparalleled beauty with Wee Scottish Tours, a distinguished and award-winning luxury tour company. Discover the untamed magnificence...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,227
Braveheart Private Luxury Day Tour from Glasgow

Your Braveheart Private Excursion takes in the important battlefields where Scotland’s Independence was fought. Using a luxury Mercedes-Benz vehicle and a local Scottish Driver with …More

Your Braveheart Private Excursion takes in the important battlefields where Scotland’s Independence was fought. Using a luxury Mercedes-Benz vehicle and a local Scottish Driver with...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$243
Stirling Luxury Private Day Tour from Glasgow

Your Stirling Private Day Tour takes in the Gateway to the Scottish Highlands, using a luxury Mercedes Benz vehicle and a local Driver with years …More

Your Stirling Private Day Tour takes in the Gateway to the Scottish Highlands, using a luxury Mercedes Benz vehicle and a local Driver with years...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$257
Shore Excursion (Greenock)

Make the best of your time in port with a full-day shore excursion from Glasgow through Scotland’s dramatic countryside travelling in a Luxury Mercedes minivan, …More

Make the best of your time in port with a full-day shore excursion from Glasgow through Scotland’s dramatic countryside travelling in a Luxury Mercedes minivan,...

6 to 8 hours Free Cancellation
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$811
Stirling Castle, Hairy Coo's & The Trossachs

This tour is a small sample of everything that Scotland is famous for including the history, the folk tales, the cuisine and of course the …More

This tour is a small sample of everything that Scotland is famous for including the history, the folk tales, the cuisine and of course the...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,087
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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$183
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...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$146
Glasgow Shore Excursion Loch Lomond Stirling Castle

Our Guide and Driver will meet us at Greenock Port (the port for Glasgow), and start our tour on our air-conditioned coach, with our first …More

Our Guide and Driver will meet us at Greenock Port (the port for Glasgow), and start our tour on our air-conditioned coach, with our first...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$88
Stirling Castle The Trossachs & Loch Lomond

This is truly the best sightseeing tour fitting in so many things in one day giving you the most time to see Scotland. …More

This is truly the best sightseeing tour fitting in so many things in one day giving you the most time to see Scotland....

6 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$885
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
5.0 (4)
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$94

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