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Stirling Castle

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    January 29, 2017

    Stirling Castle is one of Scotland's most historically important sites and was once a favoured residence of the Stewart kings and queens who held grand celebrations at the castle.
    Knights, nobles and foreign ambassadors once flocked to Stirling Castle to revel in its grandeur with its superb sculptures and beautiful gardens. It was a favoured residence of the Stewart kings and queens who held grand celebrations from christenings to coronations.

    Open
    1 April to 30 September:
    Monday to Sunday, 9.30am to 6pm

    1 October to 31 March:
    Monday to Sunday, 9.30am to 5pm
    New Year’s Day (1 January): 11am to 5pm
    Last entry to Stirling Castle is 45 minutes before closing. The Regimental Museum closes 45 minutes before the castle.

    Café opening hours
    The Unicorn Café is open year-round and serves a delicious menu of traditional hot and cold food. 
    The Pentice open-air café is open from April to September and offers a good selection of sandwiches, home baking and hot/cold drinks. 

    Closed
    Christmas Day
    Boxing Day

      February 1, 2023

      Stirling Castle is a castle in Scotland. It sits above Stirling's old town on Castle Hill, a steep volcanic hill.

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        January 29, 2017

        A place to stock up on all those Scottish Gifts.

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          Elevation 150 m

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          Location: Mercat Cross, Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom

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