What to do and see in Stirlingshire, Scotland: The Best Walking Tours

Our Stirling city tours are private and completely tailor-made to your interests and needs. In all our tours we take time to visit Stirling Castle and the Old Town in the morning, but we will design a custom-made itinerary for the rest of the day specifically for you. We will guide you around Stirling, tell you about its history and legends, and make sure you enjoy a perfect day in our town. If you wish to tell us about any particular thing you'd like to see on your visit, don't hesitate to contact us. Otherwise, see you in Stirling for an amazing day out!

Inclusions: Snacks, Water, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch

Freedom Tour Today was set up to welcome visitors to Stirling. Our priority is to give a warm welcome and to thank visitors for taking the time to remember Robert the Bruce, James Douglas and all those who fell at Bannockburn. The tour is based outdoor and covers the Scottish Wars of Independence, the Battle in 1314, the aftermath up to the current day. It had always amazed me the number of tourists that arrive, spend less than 10 minutes at the site of Scotland's greatest battle and then depart Bannockburn. I felt the story of the battle, why it was fought and how the Scot's were victorious deserved to be told. I shall entertain you with stories of the main characters and the small folk who influenced and took part in the battle. We also do a Stirling Bridge tour, the scene of William Wallace’s greatest victory. Freedom Tour Today is the perfect way to welcome visitors to the area and learn more about why so many people hold these historic sites and Scotland dear to their heart.

Inclusions: Tour guide

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Freedom Tour Today was set up to welcome visitors to Stirling. Our priority is to give a warm welcome and to thank you for taking the time to remember William Wallace, Andrew De Moray and all those who fell at the Battle of Stirling Bridge. We shall look at the build up, the main characters involved in the battle as well as present-day initiatives aiming to commemorate the importance that the Battle of Stirling Bridge. It has always amazed me the number of tourists that had never heard of Wallace's greatest victory at Stirling Bridge (It wasn't in Braveheart). I felt the story of the battle deserved to be told. So Molly & I decided to set up Freedom Tour Today to give visitors a warm welcome to the area. We also do a tour at Bannockburn Battlefield, the scene of Robert the Bruce’s greatest victory. Freedom Tour Today is the perfect way for Molly & me to welcome visitors to the area and learn more about why so many people hold these historic sites and Scotland dear to their heart.

Inclusions: Local guides

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We will go to the place called Loup of Fintry, which is one of the most spectacular waterfalls of the lowlands of Scotland. It is a place not very well known to public, it is not a tourist visited place, some locals might know it, but is definitely a hidden gem of Scotland. The route to this place takes you through some amazing countryside scenery that is really showing the true Scottish feeling of untouched nature in its raw beauty. Once we find the path to the waterfall, we'll go on a short hike on the meadows (might even be greeted by some friendly horses), until we start hearing the roaring sound of the water gushing down the cliffs. It is a spectacular sight even from far. upon arrival to the place, we'll go on an adventure, climbing down and discovering some of the hidden areas of the waterfall, so we can take a closer look and snap some story telling photos that we can show later on to our friends and family.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Please bring something to drink in case you get thirsty.

Intrepidus Outdoors is an adventure tourism and outdoor education provider based in Edinburgh. We specialise in canyoning, coasteering, mountain biking and mountaineering, and deliver these adventurous experiences across Scotland and the North of England. The experiences that we provide take clients into some of the most exquisite, incredible and extreme environments the UK has to offer.

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This one-day tour gives you a chance to visit two icons of the Western Highlands - the majestic Glen Coe and Glenfinnan stepped in history and movie fame. Let Brambling Bus take you up the winding road north through some of Scotland's most stunning landscapes. Along the way you'll meet Jacobite rebels, rouge Highlanders and a rather special Boy Wizard... All this with pick-up and drop-off at your preferred location and at your tempo. An Unique Scottish Adventure awaits - simply get in touch!

Inclusions: Snacks, Water, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Meals

Did you know that castles can be movie stars too? Doune Castle managed to play Castle Leoch in Outlander, Winterfell in Game of Thrones and Camelot in the classic Monty Python and the Holy Grail movie. But that's just the beginning! Have a dram (or a full tour) at Deanston Distillery, take a walk in picturesque Callander and discover great Scottish outdoors and Rob Roy's grave in Balquhidder. If you're a big fan of Claire and Jamie, you can get lost in the gardens of Versailles (well, actually Drummond Castle Gardens...), before we visit William Wallace at his monument and hear about his greatest victory. Hop on a perfect day trip with Brambling Bus - what are you waiting for?!

Inclusions: Snacks, Water, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Meals

Some couples celebrate their 26th wedding anniversary with a romantic meal June and Cameron McCann decided to go for something different and on October 28th 2015 they distilled their very first bottle of Stirling Gin. Our Story Originally distilled in a 2.4 litre copper still, called Jinty, their spirit proved so popular that a bigger still was soon needed. Stirling Gin has grown into a nationally-recognised spirit. The Old Smiddy Now, more than 4 years, Cameron and June have found a permanent home for their creation. In 2019 they opened the city’s first legal distillery. Located in the shadow of Stirling Castle, the structure was first built in 1888. Legend tells us it was the site where King James V stabled his horses in the 1500s and when it was first built it acted as a local church temperance hall. It only seemed fair that it be the location for Stirling Distillery. With a visitor’s centre & shop Stirling Distillery has plenty to offer. Gin tours and tastings.

Inclusions: Alcoholic Beverages

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You will be welcomed to our distillery with a bespoke cocktail, lovingly crafted and beautifully served. Our tour guide will take you through the history of our brand and how we came to own Stirling’s first legal distillery, followed by some of Stirling City’s most fascinating stories. From there you will be shown our still room and bottling and packaging space while getting an in-depth insight into how gin is created and distilled. After this you will be directed to our unique tasting tables where you will be shown how to make the perfect G&T. You will also be given a taste of our stunning gin liqueurs, The Red Cap and The Green Lady, and told about the mythology and history behind their names. Your tour will conclude with a generous sample of our latest creation, Battle Strength Gin. This 55% spirit will be accompanied by a selection of hand-crafted chocolates especially made to suit our gin.

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Guided PRIVATE walking tour of Stirling's historic Old Town, below Stirling Castle. Discover the secrets of the Royal Burgh. The tour offers a entertaining mix of history and storytelling with local guides. Your guide will take you on a sightseeing tour through the old town, revealing Stirling's incredible history Scottish Thistle Award Regional Finalist 2015 for Best Outdoor Experience!

Inclusions: Professional guide

Exclusions: Gratuities