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The 10 Best Things to Do in Kinross, United Kingdom (UK)
Kinross in United Kingdom (UK), from Europe region, is best know for Hiking Trails. Discover best things to do in Kinross with beautiful photos and great reviews from traveller around the world here!
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1. Loch Leven Heritage Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 177 reviews
Reviewed By Derek A
We’ve walked all 13 miles and a few more bits over the past year or so and I’d definitely recommend it in summer and winter (wear the correct clothing for the weather tho). Many things too see on the walk views wildlife and heritage too. It is used quite heavily by cyclists tho and some are rather inconsiderate to those walking dogs (spend a couple quid and fit a bell to the bike then we’ll know you’re coming). Not many places for a cuppa although there are a few.
2. Lochleven Castle
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4.5 based on 250 reviews
The island fastness of Lochleven is associated with many colourful events and has been visited by countless distinguished personalities during its history. Some of those taking the boat across Loch Leven came of their own accord, including King Robert Bruce (in 1313 and 1323). Others were held prisoner within the castle's walls - such as Robert, the High Stewart, in 1369, two years before his coronation as Robert II, the first of the royal house of Stewart.But the castle will be forever associated in the memory with another Stewart sovereign, Mary Queen of Scots. She first visited in 1561 as a guest of the owner, Sir William Douglas. But her last stay, in 1567-8, was as his prisoner. It was at Lochleven that she was compelled to abdicate her throne in favour of her infant son, James VI. The castle walls held her for less than a year. In May 1568 she escaped across the loch and before that month was out she was in exile in England. She never saw her native land again. Accessed by small passenger boat. Sailings run on a shuttle basis to and from the island on demand. The trip is about ten minutes each way.
Reviewed By 938fjg - Ulverston, United Kingdom
Interesting castle to visit,take a picnic and enjoy looking over the loch, yet another place where Mary, Queen of Scots was imprisoned.
Nice 10 minute boat trip to the island from Kinross pier, however the weather permitting in the HS website is appropriate as visited once and the boat was not running due to the wind.
3. RSPB Scotland Loch Leven
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 134 reviews
Set on the southern shore of the loch, RSPB Scotland Loch Leven nature reserve offers a great day out for families, nature lovers and wildlife watchers alike. Formerly known as Vane Farm, the RSPB bought the reserve in 1967 as a centre for environmental education and it is still a fantastic place for children to explore and discover nature today. Visitors can climb the trail through the woodland to the top of Vane Hill for a spectacular view over the Kinross-shire hills and countryside, or meander down to the wetland trail where three hides allow people to get really close to nature. In the summer, ospreys fish on the loch, and in the winter, thousands of pink-footed geese, swans and ducks make the reserve their home.
Reviewed By stockfam - Galashiels, United Kingdom
A nice place to break your journey if you are traveling on the M90. Great scones, soup and coffee - all home-made and using fair trade and sustainably sourced ingredients. You can just sit in the 'dining' room and consume whilst looking out over the loch and/or watch the feed from the camera on the bird-feeding station or take a peek though the telescopes set up at the window. If you want to stretch your legs you can walk out of the reserve along a good path beside the loch and if you are a RSPB member you can visit the hides on the path in the other direction.
4. Giacopazzi's
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By thetravellingmanUk - uk
Had heard about the good ice cream that is available from here, so as I was in the area today I stopped off to sample.
A spacious and bright shop selling a wide variety of groceries, snacks, drinks, a post office and of course their ice cream counter too.
There were around 16 different flavours of ice cream to choose from and after a bit of deliberation I settled for a small tub of the banana flavour.
Service was swift and polite.
Ice cream tasted good.
Maybe a little on the expensive side but fine for a little treat if you are in the locality.
5. Loch Leven National Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By Jay C - Scotland, United Kingdom
Great 13 mile circuit, with open expansive views of nearby hills, Castles, diverse nature and theirs even a kids play park and restaurant.
I did the circuit in 3 and a half hours at a leisurely pace, although tourists be aware in the winter parts of the path can be waterlogged and you will need wellies.
6. Loch Leven Brewery
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4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By HollybagsScotland - Scotland
This is a lovely, sophisticated little place to stop for a pint (or smaller) of the beers that are brewed on the premises. The tap room is friendly, flexible and nothing like a pub - and I mean that as a compliment. It’s actually a...MoreThank you so much for posting this review. The brewery's previous history does prompt much merriment but hopefully we are now putting it to much better use!
7. Burleigh Well
Overall Ratings
4 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By justjans - Traralgon, Australia
As we are staying near by, it was easy just to park up, grab the keys and visit the remains of this castle (although I reckon it was more a fortified manor house). A little board gives you a bit of info. Climb the stairs for some lovely views of the surrounding countryside.
8. Kilmagad Wood
Overall Ratings
5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By Sandyretriever - Fife
Kilmagad Wood is on the side of Munduff Hill, at the south-western end of the Lomond Hills and can be accessed from the A911 at the village of Scotlandwell. Parking is in the church car park and the entrance to the wood is across the road from the car park. This is a wonderful walk and popular with locals and visitors. The wood is managed by Woodland Trust Scotland and the first section is quite steep through a lovely plantation of young trees.The path then winds up through mature woodland to more open ground. There's lots to see with stunning views and it's fun to watch the gliders, from the nearby Gliding Centre, soaring high in the sky. This is a great walk for anyone who loves being in the hills and suitable for families who want to climb a moderately steep hill. If you feel like going further, then follow the path beyond the woodland area up to the top of Munduff Hill and over the heather muir to Bishop Hill. A great walk at all times of the year.
9. St Paul's Scottish Episcopal Church
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By craigluscar - Dunfermline, United Kingdom
On the main road 'Muirs' running through Kinross towards Milnathort stands this beautiful Church with a small bell tower . With a very active congregation participating in a wide range of activities. The Church was built in 1874 by Edinburgh architect John Lessels and the Bell in the tower donated by Russell of Wamock in 1881
10. Milnathort Town Hall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By craigluscar - Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Built in 1853 this class B building fell into disrepair . The building was saved by an enthusiastic band of volunteers and reopened for functions meetings and ticket sales . Standing on the crossroads in the centre of town the building has been modernised and is now a community hub well used by locals and visitors
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