Scotland · STIRLING TOURS
Good stirling tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 13 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Review of Stirling’s 90-minute Old Town walking tour, with castle views, Scottish history, practical tips, price details, and honest drawbacks.
“Great tour about the history and sights in Stirling. I would recommend this tour to get a clear picture of the importance of this town.”
Learn what makes Stirling Bridge special on this small-group Braveheart tour, with Wallace, De Moray, local insight, and practical tips.
“We booked both this tour and the Bannockburn tour for the same day. We were the only guests on the tours with Steven, which allowed us to rearrange the schedule a bit and enjoy some extra special hospitality. Steven is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about Scottish history, and it comes through in the tour. We would 100% recommend this tour to anyone who wants to learn about the real history of Scotland's fight for independence around Stirling.”
Review of the Bannockburn Battlefield Tour near Stirling, with guide details, value, walking conditions, itinerary, and booking advice.
“Steven is a great guide who really knows his history and is passionate about it! I did Stirling Bridge and Bannockburn with him and he was great company throughout the day! Would highly recommend!”
Review of Stirling’s private Old Town walking tour, with castle views, royal stories, costumed guides, pricing, stops, and booking tips.
“It was a fun tour. Our guide was knowledgable and entertaining. I wish I had had time to go on the ghost tour!”
Explore Stirling Old Town and Castle with a private guide, from medieval streets and royal apartments to the Great Hall and Stirling Heads.
“Well worth your time. In 3 hours you learn the highlights of the significant historical sites of Stirlings Old Towne and then breeze into the castle and have a personal guide in the castle. Much better than wandering around not really knowing what you are seeing.”
Review of Stirling’s private 90-minute Old Town tour, with castle views, royal stories, guide tips, pricing, stops, and practical advice.
“Jane was kind, smart, and extremely well versed in the lore of the locations we visited.”
Review of E2G Travel’s private Highland tour from Stirling, with Glencoe, castles, Loch Tulla, whisky, and practical booking advice.
“Though it was a rainy day, it suited the solum grandeur of these beautiful mountains. Jimmy is a native of the Highlands and was an outstanding guide, sharing his own stories and knowledge of the region. Beautiful tour and unforgettable views.”
Review of Stirling Run Tour, a gentle 7.5 to 8km history run with Colin, Cambuskenneth Abbey, local stories, and Wallace Monument views.
“Great way to see a city - a workout and education rolled into one. You learn lots of amazing details that are not in any guide books and have fun as well. Colin certainly knows his stuff!”
Review of Stirling Castle and Old Town private tour, with expert storytelling, castle access, practical tips, pricing, and honest drawbacks.
“Title would imply that Castle Entry is included but it is not. Fortunately there was not a long line to purchase tickets. And yes, it was noted in the tour description thus the 5 stars. Our guide, William was extremely knowledgeable and staged our trip up the hill so that we had short breaks while listening to the history of various Old Town landmarks. The cemetery was fascinating and we could have spent much more time there. Of course the castle is a must for anyone with the least interest in British history. Easy day trip from Edinburgh by train and William met us at the station. Lots of good…”
Paint your own Highland cow in Stirling with friendly instruction, supplied materials, and a relaxed BYOB evening for all skill levels.
“Fabulous couple of hours on or holidays in Stirling. Fiona was lovely, chatty and helpful, also very understanding that we were all novices in painting anything. We had fun but forgot the sip part due to being very focused and relaxed. We came away with a whole herd of hieland coos. Thank you Fiona”
Explore Stirling Castle, Doune, Aberfoyle, and Loch Lomond on a private Greenock shore tour in a Mercedes minivan.
“Tom our guide is excellent!!! He was right on time professionally dressed with properly shined shoes and extremely knowledgeable about the sites we went to as well as locations we passed through. Sterling Castle is a wonderful place. Read more”
Explore Stirling’s royal past on a small-group walk, then taste three local gins or whiskies at the city’s historic distillery.
“10/10 Recommend!! Gin was amazing, but the guide had so much information that made our trip to Stirling so much more enjoyable!! Definitely learned things you can't from a basic castle tour!!! ❤️”
Review of Aura Journeys’ private Stirling to Glasgow transfer, with luxury cars, Wi-Fi, flight updates, door-to-door service, and practical booking advice.
“Communication about the transfer was great, was advised about the details the night before, and received updates about when the driver was leaving. The car was super comfortable, we were all provided with 2 cold bottles of water, and the driver was very friendly and professional.”
Loch, castle, cask and close. Every kind of Scottish day, and the best of each.
