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The 15 Best Stirling Castle Tours & Day Trips

41 tours  ·  from $45 a head

Stirling sits at the hinge between the Lowlands and the Highlands, which is exactly why the castle is there. These 15 pair it with Loch Lomond, the Kelpies or the Wallace Monument, priced and timed from both Edinburgh and Glasgow.

From Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle & Kelpies Tour - The Kelpies make a memorable first stop
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From Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle & Kelpies Tour

1.Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle & Kelpies Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,360 reviews · 9 hours · from $61Our pick

Review of Timberbush’s Edinburgh tour to the Kelpies, Loch Lomond, the Trossachs, and Stirling Castle, with practical tips on cost and timing.

“we had a fab day from start to the end. Gream ( our driver, tour guide and entertainer). was brilliant 👏. will do it again”

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From Glasgow: Loch Lomond, Trossachs & Stirling Castle Tour - Choosing between the Loch Lomond cruise and Luss
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From Glasgow: Loch Lomond, Trossachs & Stirling Castle Tour

2.Loch Lomond, Trossachs & Stirling Castle Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,397 reviews · 8.5 hours · from $71

See Loch Lomond, the Trossachs, Highland cows, and Stirling Castle on an 8.5-hour guided day trip from Glasgow.

“10,000 out of 10! Michelle made this tour just absolutely incredible! She was so knowledgeable and thought of every little detail from a sample nip of Scotch whiskey to the Scottish flag for photos. She gave us picturesque views of places we didn’t expect to see and little cakes we may not have tried otherwise plus so much more. She had plenty of recommendations in the towns and just went above and beyond in every way. She was warm and welcoming, the ride was smooth and fun, the sights were just gorgeous. I cannot recommend this trip and MICHELLE enough! She provided water and little candies for the ride, offered…”

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Loch Lomond, Kelpies & Stirling Castle Tour Including Admission - Loch Lomond from the eastern shore
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Loch Lomond, Kelpies & Stirling Castle Tour Including Admission

3.Loch Lomond, Kelpies & Stirling Castle Tour Including Admission

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,305 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $72

See the Kelpies, Loch Lomond, and Stirling Castle on a scenic small-group day trip from Edinburgh with castle admission included.

“Mia, our tour guide, played a pivotal role in making this tour an unforgettable experience. Her captivating stories and anecdotes were both humorous and well-received, while her insightful nature and positive energy left a lasting impression on all attendees. The breathtaking sites visited during the tour, particularly Stirling Castle, are must-see attractions in Scotland. A++++ all the way!!”

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Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour - Leaving Edinburgh for the Kelpies
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Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour

4.Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,198 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $63

Visit the Kelpies, Loch Lomond, the Trossachs, Stirling Castle, and the Forth Bridges on a full-day tour from Edinburgh.

“This tour was amazing, the Loch Lomond and seeing Highland Cows were the highlight of our trip. Graham was our tour guide and he was Hilarious and very knowledgeable. We loved this tour.”

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From Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Kelpies & Stirling Castle Tour - The Kelpies and the story of working Scotland
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From Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Kelpies & Stirling Castle Tour

5.Loch Lomond, Kelpies & Stirling Castle Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,043 reviews · 9 hours · from $57

Review of Rabbie’s 9-hour tour from Edinburgh to Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond, the Trossachs, and the striking Kelpies monument.

“Going to Stirling Castle and having a chance to hike along Loch Lomond Billy N. our driver was warm, kind, and very accommodating. He knew the history and pointed things out along the way. Great way to spend a day trip in Edinburgh.”

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From Edinburgh: Stirling Castle, Kelpies and Loch Lomond - Starting at Regent Road and meeting the Kelpies
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From Edinburgh: Stirling Castle, Kelpies and Loch Lomond

Rosslyn Chapel, Dunfermline Abbey and Stirling Castle Day Tour - Two hours inside Stirling Castle
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Rosslyn Chapel, Dunfermline Abbey and Stirling Castle Day Tour

7.Rosslyn Chapel, Dunfermline Abbey and Stirling Castle Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 649 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $77

Review of the Rosslyn Chapel, Dunfermline Abbey, and Stirling Castle day tour from Edinburgh, with costs, timing, highlights, and practical tips.

“All three stops were great. The castle ruins were closed at Dunfermline without notice due to staff shortage the day we went on our tour, so that was a bummer, but we really enjoyed the local volunteer at Dunfermline Abbey. He was so knowledgeable and friendly. Stirling Castle was amazing!! However, we were there the day that Storm Amy hit, so we weren't able to really enjoy the Castle grounds due to the wind and rain. Rosslyn Chapel is absolutely stunning! From the outer colors to the grandeur inside, it was amazing.”

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Day Trip to Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park with Optional Stirling Castle Tour from Edinburgh - Balmaha and Loch Lomond: beautiful, but allow for a short visit
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Day Trip to Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park with Optional Stirling Castle Tour from Edinburgh

8.Day Trip to Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park with Optional Stirling Castle Tour from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 626 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) Top rated

Review of the Loch Lomond, Kelpies, Trossachs, and optional Stirling Castle day trip from Edinburgh, with practical tips on time and value.

“Unfortunately it was the most boring tour I've ever attended. Sounds better than the reality It was very uncomfortable that the guide is a driver at the same time. While driving the car, the driver cannot concentrate on landscapes and tell a story. The guide should be in love with the places to which he brings tourists. So that the tourists want to return again and again. It' s my subjective opinion. But for the sake of fairness, it must be said that the views were amazing. We enjoyed Sterling Castle and Loch Lomond.”

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Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond and Cruise Day Tour from Glasgow - Meeting the minicoach at Buchanan Bus Station
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Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond and Cruise Day Tour from Glasgow

9.Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond and Cruise Day Tour from Glasgow

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 566 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $98

Review of Rabbie’s 9-hour small-group tour from Glasgow to Stirling Castle, the Trossachs, and a scenic Loch Lomond cruise.

“Caitlin was a great driver and very good at her commentary and music. Stirling castle was beautiful and I like the free tour and gift shop and the view. The Loch Lomond cruise was beautiful and I was glad it had some commentary and drink service. Wish there had been a gift shop on the Loch Lomond cruise or on shore.”

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Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle, & Kelpies Tour from Edinburgh - The Kelpies: Scotland’s giant steel horses
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Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle, & Kelpies Tour from Edinburgh

From Glasgow: Stirling Castle & Loch Lomond Tour with Cruise - Meeting in Glasgow and heading north
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From Glasgow: Stirling Castle & Loch Lomond Tour with Cruise

11.Stirling Castle & Loch Lomond Tour with Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 514 reviews · 9 hours · from $93

Review of Rabbie's 9-hour Glasgow tour to Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond, with Highland scenery, a cruise, lunch time, and expert guides.

“Stirling castle was great and included a live tour by a castle guide. Lots of scenic stops for pictures. Plenty of time for lunch with choices. Lots of oppty to use toilets. Cruise was very nice. George our guide was fantastic.”

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Stirling Castle and Whisky Very Small Group Tour from Edinburgh - Meeting in Edinburgh at 8:30 a.m.
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Stirling Castle and Whisky Very Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

Rosslyn Chapel, Stirling Castle & Dunfermline Abbey Tour - Meeting in Edinburgh and crossing the Forth
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Rosslyn Chapel, Stirling Castle & Dunfermline Abbey Tour

Glasgow: Loch Lomond, the Trossachs and Stirling Castle - Balloch and the first look at Loch Lomond
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Glasgow: Loch Lomond, the Trossachs and Stirling Castle

14.Loch Lomond, the Trossachs and Stirling Castle

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 343 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $58

Review of Timberbush’s Glasgow tour to Loch Lomond, the Trossachs, and Stirling Castle, with practical advice on stops, costs, and value.

“Excellent trip! Very knowledgeable gude and very humorous. Stirling Castle was amazing and rhe stop before the castle was excellent!”

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Stirling Castle, Kelpies and Loch Lomond from Edinburgh - The Kelpies: Scotland’s giant steel horses
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Stirling Castle, Kelpies and Loch Lomond from Edinburgh

15.Stirling Castle, Kelpies and Loch Lomond from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 273 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $62

Review of a 10-hour Scotland day trip from Edinburgh to the Kelpies, Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle, and the Forth bridges.

“A lovely tour covering scenic highlands. Our tour guide Ryan was very enthusiastic and kept us entertained. Enjoyed Loch Lomond and Stirling Castle too. The scenic drive through the Duke's pass was the highlight. Would recommend this tour to anyone.”

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