 View over Stirling to the hill with Stirling Castle | ||
| Stirling | ||
| country | Scotland | |
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| Residents | 37.610 (2016) | |
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| Tourist info | 44(0)1786 475019 http://www.visitstirling.org/ | |
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Stirling is one of the most important cities in history Scotland and is also an administrative region in Scotland. In 2002 Stirling was granted city status by Queen Elizabeth II due to its size and population.
background
Stirling is also known as "Gateway To The Highlands" as the only land connection between the Lowlands and the Highlands and the Northeast used to pass here. Due to this strategic importance, combined with the castle hill, Stirling had a prominent position in the history of Scotland. Owning Stirling Castle was the key to rule over Scotland. Correspondingly many important ones Butcher Scottish independence was fought here and in the surrounding area.
getting there
By plane
The airports Edinburgh Airport
(IATA: EDI) and Glasgow Airport(IATA: GLA) are each about 50 km away. Edinburgh Airport is a bit cheaper because you don't have to go through the city. He also has more connections. Citylink has a direct connection to Stirling every two hours, travel time about an hour. Alternatively, you can take the tram from the airport towards the city and take the train to Stirling from Edinburgh Park Station (alternatively, but continue to Waverley or Haymarket). From Glasgow Airport first take the airport bus into the city, then continue by bus or train.
By train
The centrally located 1 Stirling train station has connections to Glasgow, Edinburgh (2x hourly), to Perth, Dundee and Aberdeen (hourly. From England you usually have to change trains in Edinburgh Waverley or Glasgow, twice a day there is a connected train to London.
By bus
In the street
From the south on the 
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mobility
There are several buses that go to the surrounding cities. In summer you can use the sightseeing bus to get to various sights cheaply as you can "jump up and down" as you like.
Tourist Attractions
- 1 Stirling Castle.
It is one of the best-preserved castles in Scotland and features several buildings worth seeing. In summer the castle is often overrun with tourists and loses its medieval flair. Nevertheless, the castle is a must for everyone who visits Stirling.Open: 1 Apr. - 30 Sept. 9.30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Last admission 5:15 p.m. / 1 Oct. - 31 Mar. 09:30 - 17:00 last admission 16:15.Price: Adults (16-59) £ 16.00 online £ 15.00 / Children (5-15) £ 9.60 online £ 9.00.
- 2 Wallace Monument.William Wallace led the Scottish forces in the battle for Stirling Bridge against the English and won, although the Scots were far outnumbered. In the tower you can find information about the fight, his huge sword and information about other important people in Scotland.Open: January February 10: 00-16: 00; March 10: 00-17: 00; April - June: 09: 30-17: 00; July August: 09: 30-18: 00; September October: 09: 30-17: 00; November December 10: 00-16: 00.Price: Adults: £ 10.50, Children: £ 6.50.
- 3 Cambuskenneth Abbey. Ruins of an abbey, of which only the bell tower remains. The foundation walls are still visible and there is a tomb of Margaret of Denmark and James III.Open: freely accessible.
- 4 Stirling Old Bridge. One of Scotland's most important battles against the English took place here under the leadership of William Wallace. Scotland won, laying an important foundation for Scottish independence. The bridge, however, is not the same as it was at the time of the battle, but replaced a wooden bridge that stood a few hundred meters downstream.Open: freely accessible.
- 5 Church of the Holy Rude, at the north end of St John Street. A beautiful church with impressive windows.Price: No entry fee, but donations are very welcome.
- 6 Bannockburn, Glasgow Road, Stirling. Tel.: 44 (0)1786 812664. The battlefield is another location where the Scots won an important battle against the English in 1314. Detailed information on the course of the battle can be found at the Bannockburn Heritage Center. The Scots were led by Robert the Bruce, King of Scotland (his statue is not far from the Heritage Center).Open: Visitor Center 10-17, monuments freely accessible.Price: Visitor Center £ 7.5.
- 7 Argyll's Lodging, Castle Wynd, on the right hand side of the road towards the castle. A very well-preserved 17th century Renaissance townhouse built by the first Earl of Stirling. The entrance fee is included in the Stirling Castle ticket.
activities
- Hillwalking. Behind the university (near the Bridge of Allan) there is a path up to a mountain with a summit cross.
shop
kitchen
- Jimmy Chung's, 14 Friars Street. Tel.: 44 (0)1786 469911, Email: [email protected]. Chinese restaurant that offers all-you-can-eat buffets every day (e.g. all-you-can-eat breakfast).
- Hot & Spicy, Barnton Street. Doner kebab and Indian dishes to take away or eat straight away.
nightlife
Clubs
Stirling has three night clubs. You have to be able to identify yourself as over 18 and you shouldn't necessarily wear sports shoes (sneakers) as some bouncers won't let you in.
- The yard. The club consists of a large room that is very crowded on good days. There are pool tables, dance bars (á la strip club) and a DJ.
- 1 Fubar Club, 6 Maxwell Place (right next to the post office). Tel.: 44 (0)1786 472619. Recommended club, but you should be at least 21 years old (you can also get lucky and get in under it).
- Enigma Night Club, Baker Street. Tel.: 44 (0)1786 464904. Again, you should be at least 21 years old.
Bars
- Nicky Tams, 29 Bakers Street. A bar with a very friendly atmosphere. The audience consists of locals and mostly students from Stirling University. Wednesdays at 9 p.m. there is a jam night where everyone can bring their own instrument and play. On Saturday from 5 p.m. local musicians can be heard.Price: Beer costs around £ 2.30.
- Pivo, Corn Exchange Road. Czech bar that is very "stylish" and even has a doorman (you can't get in with sneakers). Good selection of Czech and international beers.
accommodation
Cheap
- 1 Stirling Youth Hostel, St John Street (2nd left after the Highland Hotel). Tel.: 44 (0)870 004 1149, Email: [email protected]. This modern youth hostel was built behind the facade of an old church. All rooms (with 2-6 beds) have their own toilets and showers. Kitchen, internet and TV room are available. In summer you should book in advance.Price: £ 11.50-13.50 / 5.00-11.50 (adult / child).
- 2 Willy Wallace Backpackers Hostel, 77 Murray Place. E-mail: [email protected]. The hostel is right in the old town and has mixed female / male dorms.Price: £ 12.00-15.00.
security
health
Practical advice
- 1 Stirling Central Library, Corn Exchange Road. Multiple computers with free internet. Occasionally you have to wait in a queue.Open: Mon - Sat until at least 5 p.m.
- 2 post (in the Thistle shopping center).
trips
- Bridge of Allan is a beautiful city northwest of Stirling where you can go for a walk.
- Castle Campbell, Dollar (10 miles east of Stirling on the A91). Tel.: 44 (0)1259 742408. A castle from the 15th century. It takes 30-40 minutes to walk from the city center to the castle, which is on top of the Dollar Glen. It is very difficult to go up by bike as the path is quite steep. You can drive up by car and park a 5-minute walk away.
- Doune Castle, Doune (10 miles northwest of Stirling on the A84). Tel.: 44 (0)1786 841742. The 14th century castle is very well preserved and offers a view of the idyllic landscape. You can take a nice walk along a river (behind the castle).
- Dunblane Cathedral, Dunblane. An impressive cathedral with a Pictish stone found there. Dunblane gained notoriety after the Dunblane Elementary School Massacre a few years ago.
literature
Web links
- http://www.stirling.gov.uk/ - Official website of Stirling
