Stirling guidebook

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Stirling guidebook

Sightseeing

One of the largest and most important castles in Scotland, dates from 1107. Once you are inside (paid admission) the free, guided tour is excellent and helps bring to life the rich history. Can easily spend hours here as there is so much to see. There are fabulous views across the local area. There is also a tearoom if you are in need of sustenance.
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斯特靈城堡
Castle Wynd
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One of the largest and most important castles in Scotland, dates from 1107. Once you are inside (paid admission) the free, guided tour is excellent and helps bring to life the rich history. Can easily spend hours here as there is so much to see. There are fabulous views across the local area. There is also a tearoom if you are in need of sustenance.
Atmospheric tour of old jail and how crime and punishments were handled in the past.
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Stirling GhostWalk & Old Town Tour
Saint John Street
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Atmospheric tour of old jail and how crime and punishments were handled in the past.
While it has featured in a number of films and TV productions: in Monty Python and the Holy Grail: as Winterfell in the pilot episode of Game of Thrones and as Castle Leoch in Outlander. Doune is actually a Royal Castle from the 14th century.
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道恩城堡
Castle Hill
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While it has featured in a number of films and TV productions: in Monty Python and the Holy Grail: as Winterfell in the pilot episode of Game of Thrones and as Castle Leoch in Outlander. Doune is actually a Royal Castle from the 14th century.
Great place for a day out if the weather is nice - pack a picnic and take the boat across Scotland's only lake (the rest are lochs). Explore the island and what's left of the Priory, then find a quiet spot to eat lunch and enjoy the scenery.
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Inchmahome Priory
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Great place for a day out if the weather is nice - pack a picnic and take the boat across Scotland's only lake (the rest are lochs). Explore the island and what's left of the Priory, then find a quiet spot to eat lunch and enjoy the scenery.
Go on a clear day for fantastic views and exhibits telling the story of William Wallace. Although there are winding, steep staircases and no lifts, so is not suitable for everyone.
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華萊士國家紀念碑
Hillfoots Road
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Go on a clear day for fantastic views and exhibits telling the story of William Wallace. Although there are winding, steep staircases and no lifts, so is not suitable for everyone.

City/town information

The city centre is fairly compact and easily covered on foot. The old town has many interesting old buildings and sights from Stirling Castle to the 'puggy' - the monument marking the old market cross where the town crier made proclamations. There are a wide variety of shops, including the Thistle Centre mall. Stirling is also home to a wide array of restaurants, bars and cafes.
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Stirling
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The city centre is fairly compact and easily covered on foot. The old town has many interesting old buildings and sights from Stirling Castle to the 'puggy' - the monument marking the old market cross where the town crier made proclamations. There are a wide variety of shops, including the Thistle Centre mall. Stirling is also home to a wide array of restaurants, bars and cafes.
Small town with a selection of amenities and tourist sights such as Dunblane Cathedral and the Golden Post Box honouring local hero Andy Murray's gold medal at the London 2012 Olympics.
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Dunblane
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Small town with a selection of amenities and tourist sights such as Dunblane Cathedral and the Golden Post Box honouring local hero Andy Murray's gold medal at the London 2012 Olympics.
Local town with a range of speciality shops and restaurants.
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Bridge Of Allan
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Local town with a range of speciality shops and restaurants.

Food scene

Outdoor coffee bar serving a selection of delicious home-baked treats, ice-cream and other savoury food. A favourite with locals and also their pets - serves doggy ice-cream!
James’ Speciality Coffee Bar
Outdoor coffee bar serving a selection of delicious home-baked treats, ice-cream and other savoury food. A favourite with locals and also their pets - serves doggy ice-cream!
Excellent local cafe offering a wide selection of savoury and sweet items. The afternoon tea is delicious and a huge amount of food!
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Another Tilly Tearoom
87 High St
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Excellent local cafe offering a wide selection of savoury and sweet items. The afternoon tea is delicious and a huge amount of food!
One of the best restaurants in the area offering a mix of fresh, Scottish produce with usually a few Austrian inspired items on the menu reflecting the owner's heritage.
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Hermanns
58 Broad St
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One of the best restaurants in the area offering a mix of fresh, Scottish produce with usually a few Austrian inspired items on the menu reflecting the owner's heritage.
Fabulous local Italian cafe, is close to the Wallace Monument.
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Corrieri's
7 Alloa Rd
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Fabulous local Italian cafe, is close to the Wallace Monument.
Farm shop selling local produce - butcher meat and vegetables. On-site cafe with excellent breakfast and lunch options.
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Blair Drummond Smiddy Farm Shop
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Farm shop selling local produce - butcher meat and vegetables. On-site cafe with excellent breakfast and lunch options.

Shopping

Out of town, outlet centre if that's your thing!
Sterling Mill Designer Village
Out of town, outlet centre if that's your thing!
Shopping mall in town with all the major retail chains represented.
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The Thistles Shopping Centre
Goosecroft Road
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Shopping mall in town with all the major retail chains represented.

Entertainment

Local multiplex if looking for some down time. Shows all the latest blockbusters - is either a short walk across the footbridge next to Stirling train station or via car and has a large car park. There are also some food outlets here: Nando's, a Beefeater and some smaller places.
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Vue Cinema Stirling
Forthside Way
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Local multiplex if looking for some down time. Shows all the latest blockbusters - is either a short walk across the footbridge next to Stirling train station or via car and has a large car park. There are also some food outlets here: Nando's, a Beefeater and some smaller places.
Local theatre space, hosting everything from comedians, concerts and even Scottish Opera. Check listings to see what is on during your visit: https://www.whatsonstirling.co.uk/listings/the-albert-halls/
Albert Halls
Dumbarton Road
Local theatre space, hosting everything from comedians, concerts and even Scottish Opera. Check listings to see what is on during your visit: https://www.whatsonstirling.co.uk/listings/the-albert-halls/
Local venue for arts and live music. Check listings for what is on during your visit: https://stirlingevents.org/tolbooth-event/
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The Tolbooth
Jail Wynd
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Local venue for arts and live music. Check listings for what is on during your visit: https://stirlingevents.org/tolbooth-event/

Things to do

Great day out for families. There is so much to do that you can easily spend the whole day here (although much is outdoors so helps if the weather is cooperating!)
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Blair Drummond Safari and Adventure Park
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Great day out for families. There is so much to do that you can easily spend the whole day here (although much is outdoors so helps if the weather is cooperating!)
Local whisky distillery with onsite restaurant and shop.
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Deanston Distillery
Teith Road
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Local whisky distillery with onsite restaurant and shop.
Immersive experience using projections and sounds to learn about the battle and the strategies used.
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班諾克本戰役遊客中心
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Immersive experience using projections and sounds to learn about the battle and the strategies used.