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Stirling Castle & The Kelpies

Excursion

Price from

£81

Duration
5h25
Season
Available all year
Min. number
20 travellers
Booking code
E-LEI2

Visit the magnificent Stirling Castle, one of Scotland’s most important historic sites.
  • See the iconic Stirling Castle, set high on a rocky hill overlooking the city.

  • Delve into the fascinating past of the site and uncover tales of great battles.

  • Marvel at the majestic 100-ft equine sculpture, the Kelpies.


Your guide will meet you at the port and take you to Stirling where you’ll enjoy a guided tour of the imposing castle. You’ll explore the magnificent architecture and delve into fascinating history. See the royal apartments, the King’s Inner Hall and the medieval metre-wide oak medallions, often described as Scotland’s other Crown Jewels. En route back to Edinburgh, you’ll stop to marvel at the impressive 100-ft tall equine sculpture, the Kelpies.

Practical information

  • Remarks/requirements: Please dress according to the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes.

  • Language: English

  • Walking information: Involves moderate physical activity on relatively level surfaces and gentle terrain.

  • Wheelchair accessible: No

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