Stirling Castle
Be amazed by one of the most stunning castles in Scotland!
Fortress, royal palace, garrison - home of the Stuart Kings and Mary Queen of Scots - captured by Bruce and besieged by Bonnie Prince Charlie - backdrop for coronations and bloody murders, Stirling Castle is Scottish history. Allow half a day to explore its battlements, Great Hall, Royal Chapel, Renaissance courtyards and kitchens.
Stirling Castle is currently engaged in a £12 million project to return the royal lodgings at Stirling Castle to their Renaissance magnificence. The projects due for completion by Easter 2011. For more information on this amazing restoration WATCH THIS CLIP http://www.youtube.com/historicscotlandtv
Save time, save money and use the Park & Ride! From 1st June throughout the summer, The Castle Shuttlebus service will run from Castleview Park & Ride to Stirling Castle Esplanade from 09.10 - 17.50 Mon - Sat only operating every 20 mins. Its only £1 return for Adults, Child 50p return, Concession card holders free.
The Castleview site is at the west of Stirling, just off junction 10 of the M9 Motorway.
To find the site using an in-car satellite navigation system, enter the postcode FK9 4TW as your destination point.
Opening Times
Open all year round
See website below for opening times.
Address
Stirling Castle, Castle Esplanade, Stirling. FK8 1EJ
Tel: +44(0)1786 450000
Entry Price
Adult £9.00, Child £5.40, Concession £7.20. Includes a tour of Argyll's Lodging.
Web Address
www.stirlingcastle.gov.uk