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The 8 Best Historical & Heritage Tours in Dunfermline, Scotland
Dunfermline (/dʌnˈfɜːrmlɪn/ ( listen); Scots: Dunfaurlin, Scottish Gaelic: Dùn Phàrlain) is a town and former Royal Burgh, and parish, in Fife, Scotland, on high ground 3 miles (5 km) from the northern shore of the Firth of Forth. The 2011 census recorded the town's population at 49,706, however figures released in 2012 estimate Dunfermline's population as 50,380, making it the largest locality in Fife and the tenth largest in Scotland.
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1. Rosslyn Chapel, Dunfermline Abbey and Stirling Castle Day Tour from Edinburgh
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 164 reviews
This is the undisputed tour for history lovers. We journey through Scottish history stopping at Dunfermline Abbey, Stirling Castle and finally Rosslyn Chapel and tell you the stories of these incredible places and 'Braveheart', 'William Wallace', 'Robert the Bruce' and the 'Da Vinci Code' along the way.
Inclusions: Driver/guide
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, All Admissions are extras
Reviewed By C1893GXsallyj
Amazing day tour to Loch Ness with Michael - he looked after us all well and told great stories & took us to stunning view points! I loved it and am keen to book another tour soon.
2. Award winning Blackness Castle, Three Bridges Cruise with Cream Tea
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 9 reviews
Blackness Castle, Three Bridges and Cream Tea Cruise - take in views of Blackness Castle, the ship that never sails and featured in Outlander. There are also views of Limekilns village, mentioned in Robert Louis Stevenson's Kidnapped. It was from Limekilns that David Balfour and Alan Breck were carried across the Forth in a rowing boat. You will also see the Three Bridges as you have never seen them before. For your comfort relax onboard in the observation lounge or on the outside decks and listen to the guided commentary while you enjoy a drink from the bar. The Marine Wildlife, during your tour, you will find plenty of opportunities to see a wide variety of marine wildlife including seabirds, porpoises and seals.
Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Complimentary cream tea, scone, preserve & cream
Exclusions: All snacks, additional tea/coffee,
Reviewed By sharonhK8152DM
Booked this boat trip for my Dad’s birthday, we all thoroughly enjoyed it (ages 9 - 74). Lovely, clean, spacious boat, informative commentary, beautiful scenery on both sides of the estuary, it was a very relaxing experience. We intend to go again sometime and visit Inchcolm island when it reopens. Followed by an exquisite lunch at the Hawes Inn, it was a perfect day :)
3. Robert The Bruce with Outlaw King Filming Locations
You will hear about the renowned King of the Scots Robert the Bruce, and the war of liberation he waged against the English occupation of Scotland. We will visit the famous Battle of Banockburn where the Bruce defeated Edward the second's army against all odds. We visit many historical places associated with Robert The Bruce and used as filming locations in the critically acclaimed Netflix Movie starring Chris Pine. These will include Linlithgow Palace (also the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots) Doune Castle (which is also Castle Leoch in Outlander, Winterfell in Game of Thrones and the church in Monty Pythons Holy Grail) Craigmillar Castle, Dunfermline Abbey, Blackness Castle , St Michaels Parish Church and many more places of interest. This is a private and personal tour and will include transfers from your hotel or Cruiseship Terminal.
Inclusions: Beverages, Bottled water, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By SidMaxwell
Kevin arranged a custom version of his St Andrews trip for us to add multiple stops at film locations for Outlander — our favorite TV series. Kevin is the expert on the show and is full of interesting details about the filming locations across Scotland and the show itself. I’m re-watching the early seasons now that I have his insights. We also enjoyed the St Andrews visit of course. Kevin was patience and great with the children and is simply a great tour guide. He is not only very knowledgeable but he is considerate and kind. Highly recommend.
4. Outlaw King Tour
Travel in style on this Private Tour of Outlaw King. You will collected at your hotel or agreed meeting place. Then its on to Bannockburn the sight of Bruce's famous battle to see the famous Bruce statue and visitor centre. Our second loo cation is Scone Place, where Bruce was crowned King of Scots. Our final location is also Bruce's last resting place at Dunfermline Abbey. This is a private tour for parties of 1- 4 people. As well as travelling in luxury we provide soft drink and snacks to keep you going between locations. Being a private tour you will also have your own tour guide for the day, who will ensure you have a great a and memorable day on this Out law King Tour. We suggest allowing about 7 hours for the tour.
Inclusions: Hotel drop-off, Hotel pickup, Bottled water, Driver/guide, Snacks, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Fuel surcharge, Landing and facility fees
Exclusions:
Reviewed By 4Travellers1
We actually did our tour in 2019 but had to post. We look back on this tour as one of our best, anywhere in the world. Don’t go to Scotland without talking to Stewart.
5. Explore The Royal Line
The magnificent ruin of a great Royal Palace sitting beside Linlithgow Loch a favoured residence of the Stewart kings and queens from James I to Mary, Queen of Scots. Later, we continue North to Stirling Castle, one of the largest and most important castles in Scotland. Several Scottish Monarchs have been crowned at Stirling, including Mary, Queen of Scots, in 1542. Back on your luxury VIP Class minibus we head East, towards one of our ancient Capitals, and your visit and tour of Dunfermline Abbey and Palace. After your visit, we continue to our lunch stop and visit to Falkland Palace. Set in the heart of a conservation village, this partly restored Renaissance palace is the perfect place to while away an afternoon. Part of the Palace is in ruins but the reconstructed rooms are packed with 17th-century Flemish tapestries, elaborate painted ceilings and antique furnishings. Heading South our final visit of the day is Aberdour Castle, one of the two oldest standing castles in Scotland.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Complimentary snacks are available on some vehicles, Soda/Pop, Private transportation, WiFi on board
Exclusions: Lunch, Optional entrances
Reviewed By SidMaxwell
Alan provides us a great family experience on this half day tour. He knows and loves the history of the city and his tours are both interesting and entertaining. He was great with our children and when we had an accident with broken eyeglasses he went out of his way to arrange an immediate appointment and they were repaired is a few minutes and we were on our way again. Alan is a very thoughtful person and will make sure you have a great experience. I highly recommend any of his tours.
6. St Andrews, Dunfermline Abbey and Palace, Private Day Tour from Edinburgh
• Full-day small group tour from Edinburgh • Mercedes V Class • Enjoy privileged, personalized attention from your driver/guide on this small group tour (no one apart from you and your family members, friends will attend this tour) • Kids friendly (0+ age) • You have more free time for sightseeing compared to similar bus tours • Small group tour with a maximum of 4 passengers • Enjoy privileged, personalized attention from your driver/guide on this small group tour • Tour can be customised • Please note that tours stops and timings are flexible and for reference purposes only
Inclusions: Driver as a guide, Bottled water
Exclusions: Admission fees, Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities
Reviewed By meghanc746
Ed was the perfect guide for a Girl's Day Trip. We had some extenuating circumstances on a previous tour earlier in the week that precluded us from completing it. We decided to try a private tour for the end of our trip and so glad we did. We had a few ideas of what we wanted to see and he was able to help us customize a day trip to see as many of those items as we could. He was a perfect tour guide and so patient and kind when we wanted to stop and look at various things and places (hairy cows and shopping!). We never felt rushed during our trip and he was also able to guide us through several castles so we go to see everything in our allotted time. Had we toured these places by ourselves I feel like we would have missed so much. We had a great time on our day trip and I would highly recommend Ed for a private tour of Scotland and the country side.
7. TOUR ALL THE FLAVORS OF SCOTLAND & SKYE! 5 days + 4 nights.
Welcome to SCOTLAND: we can say that paradise !. This wonderful country has been rated in 2017 by reference publications in the world of Tourism and Leisure Travel as the most beautiful country in the world. On this impressive 5 day Tour / Vacation we are going to take you to experience and taste almost three quarters of the impressive Scotland or Alba in their Original Celtic language Scottish Gaelic. From the East Coast, the two huge National Parks, the Northeast Coast of the North Sea to the beautiful island of reference for outdoor cinema Skye, we are not going to miss practically anything along the way. This Tour is a selection of all the variety that this ancient and mystical country can offer us in just five wonderful days. MAY BE CONTRACTED IN PRIVATE OR OPEN GROUP.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast
Exclusions: Light lunch on behalf of the client., Optional dinners, supplement.
8. St Andrews, Dunfermline Abbey and Palace, Small Group Day Tour from Edinburgh
• Full-day small group tour from Edinburgh • Mercedes V Class • Enjoy privileged, personalized attention from your driver/guide on this small group tour (no one apart from you and your family members, friends will attend this tour) • Kids friendly (0+ age) • You have more free time for sightseeing compared to similar bus tours • Small group tour with a maximum of 6 passengers • Enjoy privileged, personalized attention from your driver/guide on this small group tour • Tour can be customised • Please note that tours stops and timings are flexible and for reference purposes only
Inclusions: Driver as a guide, Bottled water
Exclusions: Admission fees, Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities
Reviewed By meghanc746
Ed was the perfect guide for a Girl's Day Trip. We had some extenuating circumstances on a previous tour earlier in the week that precluded us from completing it. We decided to try a private tour for the end of our trip and so glad we did. We had a few ideas of what we wanted to see and he was able to help us customize a day trip to see as many of those items as we could. He was a perfect tour guide and so patient and kind when we wanted to stop and look at various things and places (hairy cows and shopping!). We never felt rushed during our trip and he was also able to guide us through several castles so we go to see everything in our allotted time. Had we toured these places by ourselves I feel like we would have missed so much. We had a great time on our day trip and I would highly recommend Ed for a private tour of Scotland and the country side.
