Castle · 10:00–13:00 (3h)
Stirling Castle
Book online; under-7s go free. Lunch in Stirling old town afterwards.
An indoor and outdoor castle in Stirling, aimed at ages 0–12.
Check pricesIndoors & out
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Photo: John McPake
Day one is Stirling's big history double: the royal palace and great hall of Stirling Castle, then the climb up the Wallace Monument for views across the Forth valley. Day two heads north-west to Blair Drummond Safari Park, with a stop at Doune Castle on the way home.
WeekendAges 8–12Cost £££4 stops
Day 110:00–16:00
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Museum · 14:00–16:00 (2h)
The National Wallace Monument
246 narrow steps to the top - fine for confident walkers, not buggies.
An indoor and outdoor museum in Stirling, aimed at ages 4 and up.
Check pricesIndoors & out- Toilets
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Photo: nationalwallacemonument.com
Day 210:00–15:15
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Wildlife · 10:00–14:15 (4h15m)
Blair Drummond Safari and Adventure Park
Book ahead online; drive the safari section first, then the walk-round areas and play park.
An outdoor wildlife park in Stirling.
Check pricesOutdoors- Café on site
Photo: blairdrummond.com
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Castle · 14:30–15:15 (45m)
Doune Castle
Quick look round the courtyard and great hall before last entry.
An outdoor castle in Doune, aimed at ages 0–12.
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Photo: Godot13
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