Private Stirling Old Town Tour: Explore History with a Local Guide

Discover the rich history of Stirling on a private tour with a local guide. Explore the old town, visit iconic landmarks, and learn fascinating stories of battles and royalty.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Stirling Old Town Jail - Explore the dark past of Stirling with a visit to the Old Town Jail (exterior visit only)
  • Stirling Broad Street Cannons - Take in the sight of Broad Street Cannons and glance through the windows of Lord Darnley’s house
  • Mar’s Wark - Can you decipher the symbols and statues that decorate this ruin? (exterior visit only)
  • Cowane’s Hospital - Appreciate the wealth and generosity of John Cowane, a native of Stirling (exterior visit only)
  • Church of the Holy Rude - Uncover the Church of the Holy Rude and its royal ties (exterior visit only)
  • Stirling Castle - Ascend to Stirling Castle with your guide and delve into its remarkable history (exterior visit only)
What's Included
  • Expert local guide included
Additional Information

Explore Stirling the way you want to, spend quality time with a local and get a real taste of our beautiful city. With flexible meeting and end points, and a dedicated local guide, maximise your time in Stirling on a 1.5hr Private Walking Tour.

Discover the secrets of Stirling, from cannons to castles, from local characters to epic heroes of legend. Walk Stirling’s streets as the history of the city unravels. Known as the ‘Gateway to the Highlands’, hear how Stirling events have influenced the course of Scottish history. Enjoy the tales of battles, kings and queens, and the everyday folk who shaped Stirling into the place it is today - a modern, bustling city. Learn about the jails of Stirling, the happenings of the market place, and decipher the secrets of three-hundred-year-old gravestones whilst enjoying the views from Stirling Craig.

On the tour you’ll discover hidden secrets and local lore that you would otherwise miss on your own - so don’t miss out and book a tour today!

Location
VisitScotland Stirling iCentre (Old Town Jail)
Saint John Street
Please meet your guide 5-10 minutes before the tour starts. Your guide will be wearing an orange jacket or lanyard. If you need a different meeting point in the city centre, this is possible, please message/email us directly.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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G8564mdjilld
May 7, 2024
Private dark side tour with Georgia - The private dark side tour with Georgia was excellent! It was like a tour guided by a friend. She was informative and funny. Picking a start time was a bonus for our busy day.
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Ri693
Apr 27, 2024
A sunny visit of Stirling old town - A city rich in history! Very dedicated guide, answered all our questions and was very knowledgeable. By the end of the tour, we knew exactly what angle the British were attacking the city from :)
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Lynny622
May 6, 2023
Fantastic Tour - Our plans changed when our trip to Stirling was cut short. The tour company was very accommodating and we really enjoyed the tour with our guide Beth. She obviously knows her history and told some entertaining and interesting stories. I highly recommend this tour.
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