Stirling Guided Walking Tour and Tastings

Discover the rich history of Stirling on this guided walking tour, where local flavours meet iconic sights. Over the course of approximately 4 hours, stroll through the city's ancient streets, visiting key landmarks while enjoying delicious tastings from local vendors. Your knowledgeable guide will reveal the secrets of Stirling’s 900-year history, making every step a blend of culture and cuisine.
- Guided tour of Stirling's historic sites with food and drink tastings
- Walk approximately 5 miles (8km) over 4 hours with a local expert
- Small group size: minimum 2, maximum 10 for a personal experience
- All food and drinks included, along with goody bag

Meeting Point

Stirling

Stirling FK8 2BY, UK

Please meet your guide 5 minutes before your tour. They will be outside Stirling Train Station and wearing a red jacket/t-shirt.

What to expect:

Duration: 4 hours

King Street

King St, Stirling FK8, UK

Discover Stirling's town centre, how it has changed across the centuries and enjoy some locally roasted coffee/tea and handmade tablet.

15 minutes

The Athenaeum

King St, Stirling

See the iconic Athenaeum, and the wee Wallace, a representation of Stirling town's 18th/19th century architecture.

5 minutes

Rob Roy McGregor Statue

Corn Exchange Road, Stirling, FK8 2HU

Learn about the life and times of legendary outlaw Rob Roy.

5 minutes

Statue of Robert Burns

1 Albert Place, Stirling, FK8 2QL

Learn about the life and times of Robert Burns - Scotland's national bard.

5 minutes

Stirling Arcade

King Street, , Stirling, FK8 1AX

Discover Stirling's Victorian arcade, one of only a handful remaining in Scotland.

5 minutes

The Back Walk

The Back Walk, Stirling FK8, UK

Walk up Scotland's oldest publicly maintained road up to the iconic Old Town.

15 minutes

Cowane's Hospital

49 St.John Street, Stirling, FK8 1ED

Discover Scotland's best preserved medieval hospital and the famous philanthropist whose statue accompanies it.

10 minutes

Church of the Holy Rude

St. John Street, , Stirling, FK8 1ED

Learn about Stirling's 2nd oldest building, and the connections to the Stuart Kings, Mary Queen of Scots and John Knox.

Pass by without stopping

Old Town Cemetery

Royal Cemetery, Stirling, FK8 1EG

Walk through the magnificent medieval cemetery, see Scotland's biggest pyramid, hear stories of local legends and indulge in world-class views across the central belt.

30 minutes

Stirling Castle

Castle Wynd, Stirling, FK8 1EJ

Our accredited guide will share some of the stories and secrets from the 900-year history of this world famous castle.

Pass by without stopping

Mar's Wark

St John Street, opposite top of Broad Street, Stirling

See the beautiful facade of this 16th century townhouse.

5 minutes

Stirling Old Town Jail

St. John Street, Stirling, FK8 1EA

Learn about the stories from Stirling Old Town Jail - gory details and all.

5 minutes

Stirling Highland Hotel

Spittal St, Stirling FK8 1DU, UK

Enjoy the privacy of the Headmaster bar and sip away on locally produced gin and whisky from Stirling Distillery.

20 minutes

The Tolbooth

Jail Wynd, Stirling FK8 1DE, UK

View the iconic Stirling Tolbooth and uncover why the unicorn is Scotland's national animal.

10 minutes

The Settle Inn

91 St. Marys Wynd, Stirling, FK8 1BU

Encounter the cosy welcome of Stirling's oldest alehouse (1733), and enjoy locally brewed beer.

20 minutes

Beheading Stone.

Stirling FK8 1AA, UK

Discover the infamous beheading stone on Gowan Hill and enjoy views all across Stirlingshire.

15 minutes

Stirling Bridge

Bridgehaugh Road, Stirling

Learn about the legendary Battle of Stirling Bridge, from both sides, and discover why the old bridge was one of the most important locations in the history of Scotland.

20 minutes

River Forth (raploch) Walk

Laurencecroft Road, , Stirling

Walk alongside the meandering River Forth, discover how it has shaped, financed, protected and controlled the city of Stirling.

15 minutes