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Private Stirling Dark Side Tour

4 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 4 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Stirling, Scotland
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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Originally created as a sold-out Halloween special event, we're excited to offer this as a private tour. Do something different on your trip to Stirling!

Jails, graveyards, and one of the most important castles in Scotland - Stirling has it all. But on this walking tour, there are no rose-tinted glasses or stories of Robert the Bruce. Discover Stirling's darker history, walking through Stirling's graveyard and spooky streets with your local guide uncovering Stirling's dark history.

From unsolved murders, to grave-robbers and ghosts, immerse yourself in the creepy history of Stirling, Scotland's city with a long, dark history. See some of the stories you will discover below.

Tour highlights:

The witch trials of Stirling
The plague and death
Holy Rude cemetery
The grave robbers of Stirling
…& much more!

What's Included

  • A local expert guide
  • Any further admissions to historical sites and attractions
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

St John St
Stirling FK8 1EA, UK

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End point

Castle Wynd
Stirling FK8 1EJ, UK

The tour ends on the Castle Esplanade or lower at the Portcullis

What To Expect

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Stirling Old Town Jail

Meet your guide and discover the grim facade of Stirling Old Town Jail and the surprising truth hidden in its hulking exterior
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Hostelling Scotland

View the Stirling Youth Hostel with new eyes when you hear about the secrets buried in its grounds
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Back Walk

Venture onto the Back Walk (if you dare!) to admire the best preserved city walls in the UK, and learn how they have protected the residents of Stirling
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Stirling Broad Street Cannons

The historic heart of the Old Town, you can look at the street with new eyes as you hear stories of torture, execution and the filth that once covered this beautiful street
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Tolbooth

Look upon the Tolbooth with new eyes as your guide reveals the horrors that happened inside this beautiful building and the executions that took place where you now stand
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Mar's Wark

Examine the ruins of Mar's Lodging to reveal it's once-luxurious carvings and its tragic past
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Cowane's Hospital

Keep an wary eye on the statue of local hero John Cowane - was he really as charitable and godly as he seemed?
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Church of the Holy Rude

View the scarred church, and traverse the Old Kirkyard to reveal some of the secrets of the gravestones
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Stirling Castle

Finish the tour on Stirling Castle Esplanade with the grisly tale of the Battle of Stirling Bridge and reveal the truth about William Wallace
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Stirling Dark Side Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-170317P5

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  • A local expert guide
  • Any further admissions to historical sites and attractions

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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