Discover
We are opening Stirling Castle in a phased approach. Check our tickets page to see which parts of the castle are currently closed.
Enter the world of Scotland’s Renaissance kings and queens and discover a world of colour, splendour and glorious craftsmanship. Learn about our history, uncover our secrets and be inspired by our gallery of photos and videos.
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The Great Hall
The Great Hall was built for James IV around 1503.
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The Royal Palace
The Palace at Stirling Castle allows visitors to step into the astonishing richness of royal life in the 1500s.
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The Chapel Royal
This elegant chapel was the last royal building to be erected at Stirling.
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The Great Kitchens
Rub shoulders with the busy kitchen staff preparing for a royal banquet.
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Queen Anne Gardens
A peaceful and pretty garden on the sunny south side of the castle.
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The Stirling Tapestries
The designs are closely based on a set of Renaissance tapestries held at the Cloisters Museum in New York.
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The Palace Vaults
Beneath the palace are vaults with fun, interactive exhibitions especially for younger visitors.
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The Castle Exhibition
An overview of Stirling Castle, telling its story from the earliest times to the present day.
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Stirling Heads Gallery
The Stirling Heads are one of Scotland’s great art treasures.
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The Access Gallery
Visitors with mobility difficulties can discover parts of the castle that are hard to access.
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Regimental Museum
Discover the fascinating history of the Argyll & Sutherland Highlanders in their Regimental Museum
