Stirling's famous landmark commemorates the life of Sir William Wallace. Situated on the Abbey Craig outside the historic city of Stirling, The National Wallace Monument overlooks the scene of Wallace's greatest victory at the Battle of Stirling Bridge. The exhibition galleries in the Monument tell the story of how the battle was fought and won, and of the legacy Wallace left behind. Highlights include Wallace's legendary battle-sword and panoramic views from the top of the 220ft tower.
A major Scotland landmark and monument to a Scottish hero, William Wallace. Opened in 1869 this 220 ft high monument with 246 steps up to the Crown Spire, via 3 exhibition chambers, is well worth a visit. The walk up takes about 10 minutes and is quite steep. A free shuttle bus does run if preferred. Cost for an Adult to enter the monument was PS11.30. Glad I visited as an interesting piece of history in Stirling.
Had fabulous time, we walked up to the monument, but there is a bus up for those less able. We enjoyed the walk up it's quite steep in places. The area around the monument has plenty of seats to sit and enjoy the view. The climb to the top of the monument is both steep and very narrow but there are three levels where you can stop to catch your breath and enjoy the interesting displays and gorgeous stained glass windows, view from the top is wondrous to behold!
I spotted the tower whist being in one of the cafes down the road. As I was just passing by, was curious what it was. It is free, very touristic place thus can be hard to find a space in a free car park. The walk itself is easy, at every turn there's a wooden sculpture with a story behind. Once you're on the top, you can see the town in open air - beautiful. There's a cafe next to the start of the walk which I didn't visit but looked pretty busy.
This is a very worthy experience and place to visit. If your body allows you to climb the 246 steps (and you are not claustrophobic) definitely try the climb. There are 3 levels where you can catch your breath and see some interesting expositions about William Wallace and other important heroes and heroines of Scotland. The climate conditions may limit the view from the top, but even in good weather conditions you should expect strong winds at the top.
Our second visit and just as incredible. Outstanding views from the top of the monument across Stirling and surrounding countryside. Most informative exhibition and wonderful cafe with delicious delights! Super value for money attraction and great gift shop.
Visited here on a detour as passing through Stirling, and it looked interesting. There is a gift shop connected to the car park and a cafe too. There are 2 ways to get to the monument as follows: walking up the trail that has many pieces of information about Wallace(5-10 minutes depending on pace) or the shuttle bus that takes about 4-5 minutes that passes parts of the trail. The Monument: Amazing self-guided tour up the tower, paid access to 3 stories and roof via the singular spiral staircase. Very good experience and educational about Wallace's life. Outstanding views from the top of the tower, winds can be a little strong, but not dangerous. Prices are also good for the experience.
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A major Scotland landmark and monument to a Scottish hero, William Wallace. Opened in 1869 this 220 ft high monument with 246 steps up to the Crown Spire, via 3 exhibition chambers, is well worth a visit. The walk up takes about 10 minutes and is quite steep. A free shuttle bus does run if preferred. Cost for an Adult to enter the monument was PS11.30. Glad I visited as an interesting piece of history in Stirling.
Had fabulous time, we walked up to the monument, but there is a bus up for those less able. We enjoyed the walk up it's quite steep in places. The area around the monument has plenty of seats to sit and enjoy the view. The climb to the top of the monument is both steep and very narrow but there are three levels where you can stop to catch your breath and enjoy the interesting displays and gorgeous stained glass windows, view from the top is wondrous to behold!
I spotted the tower whist being in one of the cafes down the road. As I was just passing by, was curious what it was. It is free, very touristic place thus can be hard to find a space in a free car park. The walk itself is easy, at every turn there's a wooden sculpture with a story behind. Once you're on the top, you can see the town in open air - beautiful. There's a cafe next to the start of the walk which I didn't visit but looked pretty busy.
This is a very worthy experience and place to visit. If your body allows you to climb the 246 steps (and you are not claustrophobic) definitely try the climb. There are 3 levels where you can catch your breath and see some interesting expositions about William Wallace and other important heroes and heroines of Scotland. The climate conditions may limit the view from the top, but even in good weather conditions you should expect strong winds at the top.
Our second visit and just as incredible. Outstanding views from the top of the monument across Stirling and surrounding countryside. Most informative exhibition and wonderful cafe with delicious delights! Super value for money attraction and great gift shop.
Visited here on a detour as passing through Stirling, and it looked interesting. There is a gift shop connected to the car park and a cafe too. There are 2 ways to get to the monument as follows: walking up the trail that has many pieces of information about Wallace(5-10 minutes depending on pace) or the shuttle bus that takes about 4-5 minutes that passes parts of the trail. The Monument: Amazing self-guided tour up the tower, paid access to 3 stories and roof via the singular spiral staircase. Very good experience and educational about Wallace's life. Outstanding views from the top of the tower, winds can be a little strong, but not dangerous. Prices are also good for the experience.
