Stirling, Scotland Guide & Hotel Reservations from Cheap Hotels Worldwide

The city of Stirling is a rich historical place with a turbulent past going back over the past 700 years which has earned it the title of Scotland's heritage capital. Visitors to this city will be able to visit many great historic sites giving them a real insight into the battles that the city has seen. With Stirling being the youngest city in Scotland, gaining the status in summer 2002, the city has a fresh vibrant feel to it giving visitors plenty of exciting new things to see and do.

There is an abundance of spectacular historical and heritage sights to visit in and around the area offering sightseers plenty to keep themselves busy. Stirling Castle is the most popular place to visit because of the great look outs at the great battlefields where Scotland fought and won the War of Independence. Then onto Stirling's Old Town with its many stunning Renaissance and medieval mansions and churches throughout the area. You can even take a trip to the Old Town Jail and discover what Victorian prison life used to be like. For lovers of Scottish history and period architecture, there is an incredible range of sites to visit in this ancient city.

Even though history is the biggest reason for visiting Stirling, there are lots of great things to do for those just looking for a vacation break. For a little culture and entertainment you can visit the many art and culture centers like the MacRoberts Art Centre in Stirling University or the Smith Art Gallery and Museum. And the Stirling Tolbooth offers some great entertainment with live music, living history performances and street theater.

You will also find a huge range of facilities throughout the city whilst visiting all the sites and attractions. There is a diverse range of restaurants, pubs, bars and shopping areas not to mention the great accommodation available all over the city so you will never find yourself short of things to do once the sightseeing is over. For a vacation filled to bursting with sights, sound and an amazingly rich and colorful atmosphere, this is going to be one trip you will never forget.