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
Meeting Location
St John St
Stirling FK8 1EA, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Castle Wynd
Stirling FK8 1EJ, UK
The tour ends on the Castle Esplanade or lower at the Portcullis
What To Expect
Stirling Old Town Jail
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Hostelling Scotland
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Back Walk
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Stirling Broad Street Cannons
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Tolbooth
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Mar's Wark
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Cowane's Hospital
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Church of the Holy Rude
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Stirling Castle
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Stirling Dark Side Tour?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-170317P5
Additional Info
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