The heritage rich town of Stirling is home to some of the most important historical destinations in Scotland. The town boasts a colourful history that was immortalised in film by the award-winning motion picture Braveheart. There is cheap car hire in Stirling that you can rent for comfortable and convenient tours of the town’s attractions.

Located on top of an old volcanic outcrop near the old town centre is Stirling Castle, the town’s most famous landmark. The castle is an impressive destination and an ideal place to enjoy stunning views of the city. The castle is also a great point from where to view the Wallace Monument, the Ochils, and the Dumyat.

Right in the heart of the old town centre are several other interesting destinations. These include the old town jail, the Church of the Holy Rude, and the Argyll’s lodging in all its 17th century grandeur. The Wallace Monument, a Victorian tower located on top of a rocky crag above the river, is also worth seeing. These destinations are best explored with a car rental.

Galleries and museums abound in Stirling, with the most famous ones being the Changingroom Contemporary Art Gallery, the Fotheringhan Gallery, and the Macrobert Arts Centre. Central Stirling also offers a wide variety of restaurants, pubs, and bars that provide lively after-hours entertainment. Shopping activities in Stirling are centred at the Thistles Mall with its extensive array of world famous brands.

Stirling has several neighbouring towns that offer various interesting attractions of their own. The town is near both Edinburg and Glasgow, which are Scotland’s two strongest cultural cities. You can use cheap car hire in Stirling to visit these two cities or other nearby destinations such as Bridge of Allan, a former spa town.