Location: Dunfermline
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What to do and see in Dunfermline, Scotland: The Best Free Things to do
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.
Restaurants in Dunfermline
1. The Old Inn
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5.0 based on 11 reviews
2. The Hillend Tavern
3. Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum
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4.5 based on 342 reviews
Come along and discover the original birthplace cottage of Andrew Carnegie (1835-1919). Find out how Andrew, born a weaver’s son in Dunfermline, emigrated to America and became the richest man in the world, and one of the most generous philanthropists of all time. The Memorial Hall adjoining the cottage tells the story of Andrew Carnegie’s lasting legacy which includes internationally renowned landmarks such as the Carnegie Hall in New York, the Peace Palace in The Hague, over 2,800 public libraries around the globe, Mount Wilson Observatory in California, and, of course, the Diplodocus carnegii dinosaur.
Reviewed By alexn67
Found this hidden gem while visiting Dunfermline abbey. Very informative museum reflecting the life of Andrew Carnegie. Great staff as well! Thank you for advising my wife on buying the proper Carnegie biography - she managed to finish the whole thing during our holidays and has become an expert on steel production in the process ;-)
4. Pittencrieff Park
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4.5 based on 737 reviews
Reviewed By berglas71 - Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom
The trees are now taking on their autumn colours, great photo opportunities, there is plenty of open and wooded areas for dogs to run about, there is a play area next to the main carpark( free to park but it is patrolled by parking attendants so remember to put your blue badge up in disabled bays and stay out of the coach bays if in a car) there is more parking available down at the pavilion where you will find a cafe and toilets. Outside to the left of the cafe are more public toilets and further on the museum and a heated hothouse full of tropical plants and fish. To the left of the public toilets walk under the stone bridge to get to the Glen (where there are the most squirrels waiting to be fed). Beware of the bridge in the Glen the walls either side aren't very tall and the drop on either side is very high.
5. Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries
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4.5 based on 142 reviews
Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries (DCL&G) offers a new museum, gallery spaces, cafe, shop and reading rooms all adjoining the world's first Carnegie Library now reopened to the public. Edinburgh Architecture Association Building of the Year. Full dates of festive holidays and planned maintenance closure for Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries are as follows: Monday 25th – Wednesday 27th December (Christmas holiday) Monday 1st – Wednesday 3rd January (New Year holiday) Monday 8th – Friday 12th January (planned maintenance)
Reviewed By iainm169
A beautiful melding of the old and the new: traditional wooden bookcases in the old library building meets fantastically clever and original new galleries. A superb piece of modern architecture making the most of the available space whilst capitalising upon the stunning views from on high. Very interesting items beautifully displayed. What a shame the old Abbott's House Museum next door is no more....
6. The Harbours of Limekilns
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4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By Mobile35942195053 - Bristol, United Kingdom
After visiting beautiful Aberdour and heading for Culross, we just had to stop at Limekilns and take in the views from this beautiful harbour. Free parking, large grassy areas, sculptures, tributes and information boards. Fabulous views back towards Edinburgh and those bridges.
7. Dunfermline City Chambers
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4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By Aggerstheone - Dunfermline, United Kingdom
This for council offices is an amazing building to marvel at the architecture and art work on view. A truly lovely building
8. Creepy Wee Pub
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4.0 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By Margo7850p
It is a great hidden gem. A lovely little weird pub with skeletons built into the wall. The decor is interesting and a little spooky, just look at the doors to the toilets. But really it's small and cosyand not at all intimidating. Very gothic which I think fits well in Dunfermline which does have a gothic feel to it. Incredible décor and friendly staff. Great atmosphere. I'd say it's an experience you really have to try. Highly recommended this pub.
9. St Margaret's Cave
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4.0 based on 75 reviews
Reviewed By Rachel7890 - London, United Kingdom
Took me a while to find the entrance as it’s not particularly well sign posted and if you approach from the wrong side the entrance can’t be easily spotted. However once inside there’s lots of information boards telling her story and you descend down a lot of steps until you reach the cave and small shrine. The singing monks certainly add to the atmosphere adding a bit of a tingle! There was only two other people when we were there. The attendant was very helpful.
