Day Itinerary
10 Activities
Day 7
74 mi
Different Types of Architecture
Today will begin with a visit to a house connected with famous historical figures. Then you will see a house with a pineapple roof and at the end of the day, you will visit the monument which is very symbolic for the Scots.
2.5 mi
15 min
Callendar House
Museum
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House Callendar took on many great historical figures throughout the ages, including Mary, the Queen of Scots, and Cromwell. The house dates from the 14th century. In the restored “Kitchen of 1825”, costumed translators create an exciting interactive experience with food samples from the early 19th century, adding a taste to the stories of working life in a big house.
There are many interesting historical features in forests and gardens, including Aboretum, decorative gardens and the family Mausoleum. There are also three golf courses on the territory.
There are many interesting historical features in forests and gardens, including Aboretum, decorative gardens and the family Mausoleum. There are also three golf courses on the territory.
9.1 mi
25 min
The Pineapple
Landmark
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The house was built in 1761, but the roof in the form of pineapple Earl Dunmore built in 1777, after returning from the British colonies in North America. Because there he tried pineapples for the first time and was so delighted with the taste of this fruit that he decided to perpetuate his love for pineapples in his family estate.
Currently, the house-pineapple is protected by the government.
8.2 mi
25 min
Stirling Castle
Landmark
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The high rock above the Fort River, on which a complex of buildings of the Stirling Castle arose in the Middle Ages, was an important strategic place during the times when the Celtic tribes lived there. Various fortifications of the Celts existed on the rock during the period when the Roman Empire attempted to conquer these northern lands.
At the beginning of the 20th century, King Edward VII visited the castle, on whose initiative the castle began to turn into a museum gradually, but finally the military regiment left the castle walls only in 1964. From this moment to the present day, the painstaking restoration of the former appearance of the castle continues.
At the beginning of the 20th century, King Edward VII visited the castle, on whose initiative the castle began to turn into a museum gradually, but finally the military regiment left the castle walls only in 1964. From this moment to the present day, the painstaking restoration of the former appearance of the castle continues.
2.6 mi
10 min
The Birds & Bees
Bar
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The restaurant serves British and Scottish specialties. Birds & Bees serves amazing haggis, rib-meat and meat patties. Here they cook delicious pudding from toffee, ice cream and cheesecake. Many guests say that the staff in this place is creative. You will find that here is a great service.
1.1 mi
5 min
The National Wallace Monument
Landmark
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The story of the appearance of the Wallace Monument is associated with the desire to capture the victory of the William Wallace army over the British in the battle of Stirling in 1869 in the history. The monument is symbolic for the Scots, as its top looks like the outlines of the Scottish crown.
According to legend, it was exactly on this hill where Wallace watched the camp of the English army before the famous Battle of Stirling Bridge, after which he gave the Scottish Army an order to attack. In addition, the monument is also a museum that can be visited at any time of the year, and there you can learn more about the Battle of Stirling Bridge.
Please note, that by the time of your arrival the museum will be closed, but you still can have a nice walk around the monument and even climb it.
According to legend, it was exactly on this hill where Wallace watched the camp of the English army before the famous Battle of Stirling Bridge, after which he gave the Scottish Army an order to attack. In addition, the monument is also a museum that can be visited at any time of the year, and there you can learn more about the Battle of Stirling Bridge.
Please note, that by the time of your arrival the museum will be closed, but you still can have a nice walk around the monument and even climb it.
12.5 mi
30 min
Castle Campbell
Landmark
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The residential tower was first built on this site in 1600 and was originally called the Gloom Castle and belonged to the clan of Stuarts. Campbell Castle is one of the best preserved castles in Scotland. Many famous people visited castle in their time. In 1556, Protestant preacher John Knox arrived at the castle, and in 1563 Mary, the Queen of Scots.
Although Campbell Castle was designed to withstand the most powerful attacks, he could never resist artillery attacks. The gates of the castle could withstand the pressure only of a small army.
The castle is closed for visitor, but don't hesitate to stop here. The architecture is marvelous, and the surroundings are picturesque.
Although Campbell Castle was designed to withstand the most powerful attacks, he could never resist artillery attacks. The gates of the castle could withstand the pressure only of a small army.
The castle is closed for visitor, but don't hesitate to stop here. The architecture is marvelous, and the surroundings are picturesque.
14 mi
30 min
Culross Abbey
Church
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The abbey is located in the small town of Culross, It was founded in the 13th century. Only one temple has reached our days in fair condition. Other buildings collapsed with the times. The ruins are restored and look pretty picturesque.
The rest of the abbey ruins are now in the care of Historic Scotland.
The rest of the abbey ruins are now in the care of Historic Scotland.
20.4 mi
40 min
Cramond Beach
Landmark
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Cramond beach has a picturesque view to the Cramond Island. The island has a rich history. Romans in 142 AD built a port in Cramond to transport their army to Scotland. During the Second World War, a Christian cemetery was discovered on the island’s territory, dated 6 in AD.
The island is located 1.5 km from the land. The peculiarity of the road is that it appears and disappears depending on the tides. For the convenience and safety of people on the waterfront posted a schedule of tides, indicating the safe time for walking. Also, please consider time to come back from the island so that you don't have to spend the night there.
The island is located 1.5 km from the land. The peculiarity of the road is that it appears and disappears depending on the tides. For the convenience and safety of people on the waterfront posted a schedule of tides, indicating the safe time for walking. Also, please consider time to come back from the island so that you don't have to spend the night there.
2.2 mi
10 min
Miller & Carter Cramond Brig
Bar
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They serve marvelous Ribeys, Tenderloin and Sweet Potatoes. Order here an appetizing banofi, toffee pudding and vanilla ice cream. You will enjoy a good prosecco, gin or Malbec wine.
2.2 mi
10 min
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Your journey has come to an end. Tomorrow you will have your final day, and you will visit the National Gallery of Modern Art in an unusual place for this, in a building of the 19th century.