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National Wallace Monument

Castle & Historic Landmark · Stirlingshire, Scotland · Abbey Craig, Hillfoots Road, Stirling, FK9 5LF

National Wallace Monument is a castle & historic landmark in Stirlingshire, Scotland. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

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PriceAdult £13 · Child £8 · Family £35
Estimated advance online pricing (2025/26 levels); verify on the official site before booking.
Best time to goClear days for the view; 246 steps to the top.
School holiday tipLate August is the sweet spot for English/Welsh visitors: Scottish schools are back by mid-August while England/Wales are still on holiday. Early July is the Scottish local peak, so go midweek.
Best agesAbout 5+; steps and uneven ground, so check pram access
If it rainsMixed: walls and courtyards are outdoors, some rooms give shelter
Money saverCheck membership value (English Heritage, National Trust, HES, Cadw); family tickets usually beat singles.
Top tipsTower on Abbey Craig above Stirling telling the story of William Wallace, with his sword on display.
What to packSturdy shoes, layers, picnic, carrier for toddlers

Prices and tips here are estimates. Check the venue's website before you go.

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