Top Stirling Historical Tours

Discover Stirling in the company of a guide who brings the city's rich history to life. Walk in the footsteps of Mary Queen of Scots, William Wallace, and Robert the Bruce as you explore the old town listening tales of the battles and kings and queens that shaped Stirling and Scotland. You'll see such highlights as Stirling Castle andThe Church of the Holy Rude, as well as some hidden gems.

Trossachs National Park showcases quintessential Scottish scenery, with rolling hills, deep glens, and the expansive Loch Loch Lomond—Great Britain’s largest lake. This small-group tour provides easy transportation from Balloch and allows you to experience the park’s highlights up close, as you drive and hike through the landscape. Your guide navigates, so you can relax and enjoy the scenery.

History enthusiasts can uncover the story of the Battle of Stirling Bridge on this guided tour. Join your guide to hear about this major Scottish victory during the Wars of Independence at the very place it happened. Hear the tales of those who fell, learn about the happenings of the battle, and walk away with an understanding of why Wallace's greatest victory occurred at Stirling Bridge.

This is a great pick for history buffs—visit Bannockburn Battlefield, and learn about some of Scotland’s greatest battles. Benefit from having a guide with great knowledge of war history to provide commentary about multiple battles, such as the Scottish Wars of Independence, and the Battle of Bannockburn in June 1314. Find out stories about the people who influenced and took part in the battles—information you likely wouldn’t discover alone.

Discover the secrets of one of Scotland’s most historic cities on this 1-hour Old Town walking tour in Stirling. Follow a costumed guide through Stirling’s ancient, cobbled streets and gain insight into the city’s colorful past. Along the way, admire top city attractions including Stirling Castle and the Royal Burgh, and listen as a guide brings the city’s history to life. With a blend of comedy, drama and old-fashioned story-telling charm, learn what makes Stirling such a special place and hear the secrets that many visitors miss.

Explore the secret history of Stirling’s illicit distilling heritage, and learn about the Stirling Distillery itself—the first of its kind in the city. Hear tales about the local community, and listen as your guide reveals legends and folklore from Stirling and the Highlands. Taste spirits inspired and named after some of these stories and characters, and learn why they were chosen to represent each drink specifically. Tour the distillery and see how old meets new.

Stirling is a city that is steeped in history. Immerse yourself in that dramatic history on this private tour of the Old Town and Stirling Castle. Hear stories of the characters and events that shaped Scotland as your guide leads you around the Old Town and takes you to places you'd otherwise miss. Then, after an introductory tour, you can explore Stirling Castle independently, at your own pace.

Scotland is home to so many fine whisky distilleries that those of the capital are often overlooked. This guided tour allows you to sample the best of what Edinburgh's whisky distilleries have to offer by visiting two single malt distilleries, as well as the private Scotch Malt Whisky Society. You’ll learn about the origins of whisky, the local history, have great tasting experiences, and soak up Edinburgh’s beautiful sights during the tour.

The perfect tour for a gin lover. Visit Stirling distillery and be welcomed with a cocktail made using a handcrafted gin from the distillery’s collection. Take a tour of the areas where gin is distilled and blended with artisanal spices and botanicals, and learn about how gin is made and how this became the first distillery in Stirling. Taste gin liqueurs made in-house, and learn how to make the perfect G&T.

Explore Stirling the way you want to, spend quality time with a local and get a real taste for our beautiful country. With flexible meeting and end points, and a dedicated local guide, maximise your time in Stirling on a private tour. Immerse yourself in the old town of Stirling on this 1.5 hour tour with a local, expert guide. This tour is a must-do on any trip to Stirling. Walk in the footsteps of Mary Queen of Scots, William Wallace and Robert the Bruce whilst you hear the tales of battles, kings and queens who shaped Stirling, and Scotland into the place it is today. Learn about executions, marketplaces and grave robbers as well as modern life in this bustling city. On the tour, you'll discover things you would never discover on your own, so don't miss out and book a tour today. Key sights include: Stirling Castle The Church of the Holy Rude Stirling Cemetery Old Town Jail and many more hidden gems too!

Enjoy an exciting way to explore Stirling with a wee guided walk followed by a premium gin tasting with your local guide in Stirling Distillery, Stirling's only distillery in a historic building. You'll spend the first part of the tour on a walking tour with your small group and guide, discovering the history and culture of Stirling. Walk in the footsteps of Mary Queen of Scots, William Wallace and Robert the Bruce whilst you hear the tales of battles, kings and queens who shaped Stirling, and Scotland into the place it is today. After the walking tour, relax with the guide and enjoy a bespoke gin tasting in Stirling Distillery, a family-owned distillery with hand-crafted gin (the nettles in the gin come from their summer foraging expeditions!). Enjoy 3 gins in a flight, including their classic G&T, a pink gin, and a premium gin liqueur. There is also the option to choose a whisky flight of three full drams of Scottish whiskies instead of the gin.