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Stirling Castle Tours: The 15 Best Days Out

35 tours  ·  from $59

Stirling held the crossing between the Highlands and the rest, which is why the castle is where it is. These 15 usually pair it with Loch Lomond or the Kelpies, and the difference is whether admission is in the price.

Loch Lomond, Kelpies & Stirling Castle Tour Including Admission - The Kelpies and The Helix in 30 minutes
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Loch Lomond, Kelpies & Stirling Castle Tour Including Admission

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

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

Travel from Edinburgh in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach to the 30-meter Kelpies, Loch Lomond’s scenic eastern shore, and Stirling Castle. English-speaking guides such as Craig, Martin, Kieran, and Lizzie add history, music, and humor. Expect a full, active day with lunch at your own expense and limited time at each stop.

“We really enjoyed our tour. Jim Scott was our tour guide. He was not only knowledgeable about the places we saw but funny as well. We loved the itinerary and had a great time.”

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Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour - The Kelpies and the Helix: a strong opening stop
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Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour

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

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

Travel from Edinburgh with a driver-guide to the 30-meter Kelpies, Loch Lomond, the Trossachs, Stirling Castle, and South Queensferry. You can add a Loch Lomond cruise and Stirling Castle entry for extra fees. Guides such as Ash, John, Adam, and Morag are praised for lively stories, humor, and Scottish history.

“Our guide was Shug and he did an awesome job with our tour! He was lively and full of Scottish humor, kept the bus rides enjoyable with some Scottish history too! Plenty of time provided at each stop and each stop was worthwhile. 10/10 would recommend!”

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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

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

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

Travel from Edinburgh to three major Scottish sights in about nine hours with an English-speaking driver-guide. Explore Robert the Bruce’s burial place at Dunfermline Abbey, spend two hours at Stirling Castle, and examine Rosslyn Chapel’s carvings and mysteries. Admissions are extra, and guides such as Steven B, Graham, Chris, and Paul are known for strong storytelling.

“The whole day was amazing. Hugh was an outstanding guide. Made the day even better. Every stop was incredible in it's own way. Definitely recommend.”

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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 not a long hike
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Day Trip to Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park with Optional Stirling Castle Tour from Edinburgh

4.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

Travel from Edinburgh by air-conditioned coach to the Kelpies, Loch Lomond, and Stirling. You get live commentary, a short lochside walk, and about two and a half hours in Stirling. The castle visit costs £17.50 extra, but adding it gives the day its strongest historical stop. Guides such as Sophie, Connor, Cara, and Thomas have been praised for lively storytelling.

“A wee bit of everything. Colossal Kelpies sculpture park, a delicious honeysuckle vanilla malt shop, a stroll along Loch Lomond, Brave Heart offerings, a castle featuring a wedding, Scottish tunes, a hip bus driver/guide. Great value!”

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Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond and Cruise Day Tour from Glasgow - The 16-seat Mercedes minicoach from Glasgow
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Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond and Cruise Day Tour from Glasgow

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

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

Leave Glasgow in a 16-seat Mercedes minicoach for Stirling Castle, the Trossachs, Callander, and Loch Lomond. Castle admission and a one-hour cruise are included. Guides such as Cameron, Maggie, Nick, and John are known for lively history, local stories, music, and flexible photo stops. Expect a full 9-hour day with scenic roads, a relaxed lunch break, and limited free time at each main stop.

“The tour of Stirling Castle, the Trossachs and Loch Lomond cruise was a wonderful experience for our family. The tour bus was comfortable. The commentary knowledgeable and engaging. This tour provided the perfect means to see sites more easily. Thank you for such a nice day.”

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Stirling Castle and Whisky Very Small Group Tour from Edinburgh - Stirling Castle, Scotland’s royal stronghold
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Stirling Castle and Whisky Very Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

6.Stirling Castle and Whisky Very Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 386 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $95

Travel from Edinburgh in an air-conditioned Mercedes mini-coach with about 12 people, visiting Stirling Castle, Aberfoyle, Loch Lomond, and Glengoyne Distillery. Guides such as Angela, Keith, Alan, and Paul add Scottish history and humor. Castle and distillery admission costs extra, and a short Loch Lomond walk is part of the day.

“I had a day tour from Edinburgh which was of a very small group of 6 persons. Our guide was Keith who drove us through the countryside on the outskirts of Edinburgh. We first had a visit to the Stirling Castle and then an early lunch at the town of Balmaha. After lunch, Keith led us for a quick walk along Loch Lomand. The highlight of the day was the tour at Glengoyne Distillery in the afternoon in which we got to know how the whisky was produced and tasted 2 glasses of Glengoyne whisky. Keith was professional, attentive and very knowledgeable about the history of Scotland. Enjoyed this day…”

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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

7.Loch Lomond, the Trossachs and Stirling Castle

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

Leave Glasgow at 9:30 a.m. for Loch Lomond, Aberfoyle, the Trossachs, and Stirling Castle. A driver-guide such as Charlie, Michelle, Jack, or Wee Davie provides stories, music, and local tips from an air-conditioned coach. The cruise and castle entry cost extra, so plan your budget before you go.

“Great tour. Opted to take the boat trip on the Loch. Our guide brought two bags of carrots that we used to feed the hairy cows on a stop. They knew we were coming!”

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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

8.Stirling Castle, Kelpies and Loch Lomond from Edinburgh

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

Spend about 10 hours touring Scotland by air-conditioned coach with a local Hairy Coo guide. See the Kelpies, Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle, the Duke’s Pass, and the Forth bridges. Choose an optional Loch Lomond cruise or Stirling Castle admission, with regular food and comfort stops along the way.

“We really enjoyed our day with Craig today. Plenty of time at each stop, Did not feel rushed. Craig was knowledgeable, friendly and a great driver.”

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Stirling Castle, Whisky & Kelpies Tour starting Edinburgh - Why the guide makes a difference
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Stirling Castle, Whisky & Kelpies Tour starting Edinburgh

9.Stirling Castle, Whisky & Kelpies Tour starting Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 135 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $90

Spend about nine and a half hours with Experience Scotland’s Wild, traveling in a small eight-seat minibus from Edinburgh to Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond, Glengoyne Distillery, and the Kelpies. Guides such as Chris, Pete, Perry, Cameron, and Aila add local stories, music, and practical help. Castle and distillery admissions cost extra.

“Wonderful tour! Magnus and Andrew were very knowledgeable and excellent guides. We had a fantastic day!”

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Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond Walk & Whisky Distillery Tour from Glasgow - Stirling Castle in 90 minutes
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Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond Walk & Whisky Distillery Tour from Glasgow

10.Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond Walk & Whisky Distillery Tour from Glasgow

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 79 reviews · 7 hours 10 minutes (approx.) · from $90

Spend about seven hours exploring Stirling Castle, walking beside Loch Lomond at Balmaha, and visiting Glengoyne Distillery. An English-speaking guide drives a small group in an air-conditioned minibus, with short walks, Highland history, whisky, and scenic stops. Castle and distillery admission cost extra.

“Had the best day on what ended up being an unexpected private tour due to us being the only ones to book today. John, our guide, was easily one of the best we’ve ever had. He was super knowledgeable, funny and genuinely made the whole experience amazing. We started at Stirling Castle, explored the nearby graveyard, and learned so much about Scotland’s history! Then we went to Loch Lomond, taking a scenic detour through the countryside due to a road closure. John hiked with us all the way to the viewpoints, which were absolutely stunning. We ended the day with a whiskey tour (with more great guides) and tasting at…”

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Stirling Castle,Trossachs National and Loch Lomond Day Tour from Edinburgh - The Kelpies: a powerful first stop
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Stirling Castle,Trossachs National and Loch Lomond Day Tour from Edinburgh

11.Stirling Castle,Trossachs National and Loch Lomond Day Tour from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 74 reviews · 9 hours (approx.)

Spend about nine hours exploring central Scotland with an English-speaking guide such as Alistair, Wendy, Dusty, Rich, or Connor. Visit the Kelpies, walk beside Loch Lomond at Balmaha, and choose Stirling Castle or Stirling town. The small-group tour includes transport but not castle admission, food, or hotel pickup.

“I don’t usually take tours, and went on this one largely because I wanted to see Stirling Castle and did not feel like messing with the train to Stirling. The tour exceeded my expectations. It was about 8 1/2 hours total, of which roughly 5 or 5 1/2 were spent on three stops. The Kelpies were much more dynamic and impressive than I expected. The Loch Lomond stop included time to do a mile long loop with beautiful views of the lake. The stop at Stirling Castle was the longest and gave plenty of time to see the castle, take in views of the mountains and Bannockburn battlefield, eat a…”

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Loch Lomond National Park & Stirling Castle Full Day Tour - Luss: a gentle introduction to Loch Lomond
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Loch Lomond National Park & Stirling Castle Full Day Tour

12.Loch Lomond National Park & Stirling Castle Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $67

Leave Glasgow at 9:15 am for Luss, Balloch, Loch Lomond, the Trossachs, and Stirling Castle. You get scenic drives, free time, and a choice of a boat cruise or dry-land exploring. Guides such as Johnny, Tony, Marc, and Scott are known for lively local stories. The 16-person minivan keeps the day personal.

“This tour was awesome. Our time was managed perfectly and none of the stops felt rushed. The drive through the Duke's Pass was lovely in the fall foliage, as was the cruise through the Loch. Johnny, our guide/driver, was very personable and knowledgeable, and spoke to us about Scotland in historic and more contemporary terms as well. One of the highlights of our trip, for sure!”

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Wallace monument, Stirling Castle, Linlithgow Palace Private Tour - The Forth bridges: a quick start with big engineering
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Wallace monument, Stirling Castle, Linlithgow Palace Private Tour

13.Wallace monument, Stirling Castle, Linlithgow Palace Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Travel from Edinburgh with guide Ed Silinis in a private, air-conditioned vehicle for a flexible day covering the Forth bridges, Stirling Castle, the Wallace Monument, and Linlithgow Palace. You get about eight hours, hotel pickup, bottled water, and time to adjust the route to your group’s interests and walking pace.

“Wonderful experience with a knowledgable guide made our day one to remember. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend. You won't be sorry.”

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Loch Lomond National Park, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Tour - The Kelpies: Scotland’s giant horse heads
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Loch Lomond National Park, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Tour

14.Loch Lomond National Park, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $77

Travel from Edinburgh by air-conditioned coach with a driver-guide such as Gary, Kyle, or John. See the Kelpies, stop at Balloch on Loch Lomond, pass through the Trossachs, and spend 90 minutes at Stirling Castle. A cruise and castle admission cost extra, so you can choose how much to add.

“Very well done our tour guide John was very friendlyand had a good knowledge of Scotland History spent plenty of time with each stop”

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Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond Full-Day Private Tour in a Premium Minivan - Linlithgow Palace and Mary Queen of Scots
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Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond Full-Day Private Tour in a Premium Minivan

15.Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond Full-Day Private Tour in a Premium Minivan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $342

Leave Edinburgh at 9:00 am in a private air-conditioned minivan with a kilt-wearing Highlander guide. Visit Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond, Doune Castle, South Queensferry, and more. Guide Ben has been praised for being punctual and helpful, while the flexible route can include an extra stop such as Falkland.

“This private tour was just great! Ben, our guide and driver was polite, on time, knowledgeable, and wore a kilt. We went to places we wanted to be and the unexpected final stop to Falkland was just awesome!”

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