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Free Historical Tour of Stirling. Essential

Duration: 1h and 30min
Languages: Spanish
Quality Verified Registered on May 03, 2021

Do you want to do the best Tours in Scotland? Well this is your place. After several years working in the tourism sector for leading companies in different locations in the United Kingdom, I decided to embark on this adventure and create “We Are Scotland”, from where we carry out walking tours of Stirling, Edinburgh and Glasgow. This project is born from work, humility and experience in order to make people who visit Scotland feel part of its history and its legends, together with a team of experienced guides passionate about history who will make you want to return. to this wonderful country.

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  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
  • Accepts electronic payment
    This tour allows payment by electronic means or credit card

Tour description

Explore Stirling on our Free Tour of the historic center . In the history of Scotland, 11 cities were fortified, and Stirling was one of them. You will walk through impressive streets, such as King Street, where you will learn about famous poets and the most notable buildings in the city. In addition, you will ascend to the highest area of ​​the city, where the old medieval market and the site of public executions were located.

In the 19th century, Stirling was home to the most terrible prison in all of Britain . It was a damp and unpleasant place, full of prisoners, including men, women and children. They ranged from petty criminals to adults, ranging from murderers to people awaiting trial and debtors.

On the other hand, Holy Rude Church in Stirling was the scene of the coronation of King James VI, son of Mary Stuart . Along with Westminster Abbey, this church is the only one still in use that has seen such events in Britain. A local guide will accompany you through the streets of this beautiful city, where you will discover King Street, the medieval wall , Mercat Cross, the Old Gaol, the Tollgate, the John Cowane Hospital, the Old Cemetery, Pyramid Star and the Church of Holy Rude, among other places.

I schedule:

  • Historical introduction
  • king street
  • Athenaeum
  • Medieval Wall
  • Baker Street
  • Merkat Cross
  • Tolbooth
  • Holy Rude Church
  • Old Town Cemetery
  • Castle esplanade

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What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    2-4 Port St, Stirling FK8 2DL, UK
    2-4 Port St, Stirling FK8 2DL, UK
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    We will meet in front of Caffè Nero 2-4 Port Street, Stirling FK8 2DL with BLACK UMBRELLA

  • 1
    Outside visit
    King Street
  • 2
    Outside visit
    Stirling Highland Hotel
  • 3
    Outside visit
    Broad Street
  • 4
    Outside visit
    holy rude
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Old Town Cemetery
  • 6
    Outside visit
    Stirling Castle Car & Coach Parking

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
A minimum of 5 people is required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour requires the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or credit card payment is accepted.
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