The 14 best things to do with kids in Stirling

Amazing views fabulous exhibits, the kids especially enjoyed making their own shields and it coming to life. Only downside is it is very narrow staircase and two way even though clearly marked to stay on the right more than one visitor decided having the kids attempt to walk down on the left on the narrow side of the staircase would be the wiser option. Great little sculpture trail on the walk up to the monument

Beautiful place, views and reminds bit of Lord of the rings to top of the tower. Need comfy shoes to get to it. Has free parking, nice place to go for a walk around too. Has some wooden sculptures on the way aswell. Bit of a steep walk but has small buss service that takes to the top, cafe near parking. Also available free toilet in the Monument. Welcoming staff.

Worth a visit! The monument itself is impressive. You can buy a ticket to walk up its spiral stone staircase to the top. Every 70ish steps there's a floor with some artifacts including what's believed to be William Wallace's sword. To get TO the monument you can either hike 20 minutes uphill or take the complimentary shuttle. It's also worth noting that the view is equally amazing including Stirling Castle in the distance.

This monument is certainly a must see in the Stirling area. There is a lot of convenient parking for your visit and a nice cafe and gift shop at the base of the hill beside the parking area. After parking, head up the trail that starts around the right hand side of the building - you don't need to go inside as the tickets for the monument are bought when you get to the top. There are two paths that literally run beside each other and connect around halfway up. The more natural path has some carvings to look at as you go through. Depending on your fitness level, the path to the top may be a bit strenuous - take your time and there are a few rest spots. There is also a great viewing platform and rest area outside of the main tower entrance. There is one bathroom for all patrons in the monument tower, so this can be a bit inconvenient. Use the bathroom down below before heading up hahahaha. Depending on the time and day you go, this visit will likely vary greatly. There is only the original narrow spiral stone staircase to go up and down. Although there are a lot of stairs, you can stop at the different floors with great displays - historical video, display boards, the Wallace Sword, and sculptures. Resting on each floor is also a good way to let the "traffic" pass. You can only hope you don't arrive at the same time as tour buses - ouch. Make your way to the top to get an incredible 360 of the area - including the Battle of Stirling Bridge. A great piece of history, with great relics. Thanks for the amazing visit.

Really pretty! We went there to see the sunrise, but the sun rises on the other side…. Nevertheless, it was really beautiful and a really good walk in the morning. The pathway was closed due to maintenance but you can go through the road, just need to be extra careful.

Highly recommend for two reasons: 1) the history 2) views of Scotland Don't be scared by the 250 step spiral stair case! There are 3 stops along the way up to the top that you can take a break at. A must see and do item in Scotland.

We really enjoyed this monument, as we climbed to the top of the spiral staircase. The designer gave us breathers along the way with The Hall of Arms, The Hall of Monuments and The Royal Chamber. My brother and me had views from the top of this historic landscape all to ourselves. I can’t imagine weirding a sword that length. My brother is 6’4” tall and he shown standing beside the sword. We did take the free van up to the monument with our hens, as why not. Take your hat off before reaching the top, cause the winds will for you if you don’t🤣

A steep climb up the hill got us to the Castle. You don't have to walk, there's a carpark by the gate and a shuttle bus service. Buy tickets in advance and save some money. Trying this on my mobile was problematic and I never managed to get it to work. But the nice lady at the Castle sorted it out for me. The good bits, all of the buildings are impressive. The views from the terraces outside even more so. The interiors are spectacular with ornate carvings and wonderful wall decorations. See the restored kitchens and the reconstruction of the interior. It's obvious that a great deal of effort has been made to present a good visitor experience. One of the best bits was a couple of ladies roleplaying different people from history. More of this could be a great thing. Well worth a visit.

Absolutely stunning castle. We'll preserve and very good historical information presented clearly. I didn't get the audio tour and I think that was a good choice. Though I'm sure they provide good information. Wasn't so crowded you couldn't see what you wanted as long as you avoided the huge bus tours. Have I mentioned it was beautiful? It truly was. Very memorable.

Honestly we did not have great expectations going in, especially because of the pricey admission... Yet we were so pleasantly surprised! What a beautiful castle. We got in at 1pm thinking we'd stay there a couple of hours, and in the end, they had to kick us out because they were closing for the day. Special mention to our wonderful tour guide, who made the afternoon so enjoyable. 10/10 would recommend

Decided to stop by this Castle just before going to the seal beach which is about 10 min south. Nice little hike up to the castle with breathtaking views from the cliffs and the ocean. The hike does get a little muddy so be careful on the walk up but there is also lots a large rocks and pebbles to help with the terrain. It’s an old empty castle that you can walk in and around. Just follow the path from the car park it does take about 8-10 min of walking to get there.

Overall this castle visit was an amazing experience. From friendly staff to live actors, it was very immersive. I highly recommend a visit. We were quite disappointed that we weren't allowed in the car park because we have a short wheel Base van which is about 5.5 metres- even though our van is shorter than a range rover and there were also other vans in there.

Stirling Castle's carpark more than enough spaces. Very reasonable prices for entry. Here we have close to 1000 years of history, surrounded by stunning scenery. There are interactive learning rooms within the castle. Exploring the whole castle will take some time, and well worth the effort. The scenery from the Castle is amazing, even on this rainy day. Will you be able to spot Sir William Wallace's monument? So get yourself here and enjoy what Stirling castle has to offer, you won't be disappointed.

Stirling Castle On Wednesday, 17 September 2025, Robert and I decided to visit Stirling Castle. We had chosen to spend a week in Scotland while our son, Kiro, was settling into his university accommodation at Stirling University. We love sightseeing, so we rented bikes and rode up to the castle. We had read a little about its history, but honestly, we weren’t overthinking our expectations. What we saw was absolutely incredible. Please make sure you allow plenty of time to visit this fantastic place. We spent about three hours there, and only left because it closed at 6 pm, but honestly, you need as much time as possible to enjoy this wonderfully preserved castle. There is so much to see and even more to hear. We were fortunate enough to join a castle guide who led us around and shared the history with so much humour and detail. His strong Scottish accent kept us all entertained, it was both funny and informative. The lady standing next to me, who was from Chile, admitted she didn’t understand a word but said she was enjoying herself nonetheless! So thank you to the lovely guide (whose name I unfortunately can’t remember) and to the rest of the staff at Stirling Castle, who were professional, organised, and welcoming, even with the crowds of visitors. The views from the castle are immaculate and breathtaking, and the gardens are also beautiful. Sadly, it was raining on the day we visited, so we couldn’t fully enjoy the gardens but even so, it was still a truly memorable day. This castle is a treasure, immaculate, full of history, and so worth the visit.

Excellent visitor centre. We returned to have another go at the Battle Simulator which visitors could take part in a simulation of the historic battle. Unfortunately it is now only used to illustrate the guided tour. Good cafe and gift shop Don't miss the dressing up room. 😎👍👍👍👍

A great place to visit and learn the history of the battle. The tour is highly innovative and very 'hands on' too. Our guide was very knowledgeable and presented a lot of information but kept your interest the whole time.

This is certainly a place where you can feel the history all around you. The visitor center is roughly where Robert the Bruce’s camp would have been located. Inside the visitor center there is a nice gift shop and some interactive informational experiences but we didn’t partake in that, just admiring the monuments outside. The Robert the Bruce monument at the end is very neat and wonderfully sculpted. Stirling Castle is visible in the distance on a nice sunny day. When in the area, do visit this historical place.

Great attraction, loved learning about the battle, told with enthusiasm from our guide throughout, Warwick. The grounds are lovely and peaceful to walk around. A great way to spend a couple of hours if in the area

I love history and Britain is full of it. This place is so interesting and really good to visit. The Bruce statue is amazing and actually when you stand under it looking up it's quite intimidating. Beautiful area and well worth it with a lovely café as well. Recommend 100%😁

Such an interesting visitors center and battlefield. There is an interactive room where you can dress up like a knight. A nice cafeteria and bathroom. There are interactive trails and a monument . Plenty of parking and picnic tables

Significant landmark amongst Scottish history and deservedly so , what a legend Robert the Bruce was tactically a very msrt warlord. Nice wander up to his statue and good infoviews over the battlefields etc. Good motorhome parking. Dud nit go into museum itself

It started raining, so I popped into this church on my way to the castle — and I'm so glad I did. It's quite unassuming from the outside but the interior is absolutely stunning and steeped in history (James IV was coronated here!). The woman at the desk (I can't recall her name, but I remember she was a Kiwi!) was fantastic — a true historian with a genuine passion for Scottish history. It was breathtaking just to wander around, soaking in the peaceful atmosphere and the beautiful light from stained glass windows. The kirkyard outside was equally fascinating, with headstones spanning several centuries. I’d definitely recommend stopping by this church if you're heading to the castle — it's such a special place.

Head up hill on cobbled road to Stirling castle this church is well worth a visit. Lots of architecture inside and stained glass windows. Large grave yard to walk around offering views of Castle.

In the heart of Stirling’s old town, the Church of the Holy Rude rises in timeless stone. Founded in the 12th century and rebuilt in the 1400s, it’s one of only three churches in Britain to host a coronation—James VI in 1567. Surrounded by historic grounds and with Stirling Castle as its backdrop, the church holds centuries of faith, power, and memory. Visiting this site was amazing, highly recommended for anyone visiting the Castle.

We were wandering around Stirling and it started raining. Decided to pay the 5 pound/per permission admission fee and explore Church of the Holy Rude. The admission fee goes towards the conversation efforts of this medieval church. It is a stunning structure with so much history in its walls. The exhibits were informative but the star of the show was Russell. He was so friendly and knowledgeable, sharing his wealth of information about the church and really interesting pieces of history about Scotland. I highly recommend making this church a stopping point in your itinerary when you are in Stirling.

I think anything you look at in this area will be phenomenal! You don’t see things like this in North America that’s for sure. So hard to take it all in and enjoy the sights. Road ways very steep and unsteady. We just walked around the outside of it but the church is gorgeous

I can just picture myself in the medieval era, walking around this lovely old church. It's a bit of a scary place, but in a way that makes it special. I really hope people didn't have to pay to get in back then! Oh my, a £5 entry fee to enter the church! I've never seen anything like it, not even in Italy where there are some truly incredible churches built by the world's best ever artists, not in Prague Known as the City of a Hundred Spires... I always thought a church was a lovely, peaceful place to pray or just enjoy the silence. We strolled around outside instead. The Church was founded way back in 1129, during the reign of David I. The earliest part of the church we see today was built in the 15th century. The church has a rich history spanning so many centuries! It's been there through so many important moments in Scottish history, from the Battle of Stirling Bridge to the coronation of King James VI.

Lovely Church to visit. We visited shortly after they opened which meant we were able to experience the stillness within the building (a small perk in my books). The team onsite were informative and helpful and happily let us explore and wonder around. There is so much history packed into the church - and the stained glass windows speak this for themselves. Definitely worth a visit

Very nice tour of the old jail, first 30 minutes are with a guide that plays several characters from the past. Very informative and funny. Second 30 minutes is just you walking around. Only £14 pp as adults. Highly recommend even the walk up the hill.

Absolutely amazing experience ! Our guide was Adam and he was incredible ! Such a great performer and you really could feel history coming to life. He was also very kind to me after the tour, when he saw I was disabled and came to explain to me where the elevators where to make my visit easier for my mobility issues. The views from the tower are spectacular. Really worth a visit !

What a great experience. £14 per person (dog free of charge 🙌🏻) the tour with Dave was beyond fantastic he got so into character and the enthusiasm for each character oozed out of him. Enjoyed every second of it 🥰

There is an up hill walk to the castle, but just before the castle is the old gaol, it's worth a visit and the girl on the counter where you buy your tickets was very helpful, they have a tour which you can take with actors, you can also explore with the aid of a radio guide. Only half of the prison open, as the other half is now a business centre.

So much fun. We did the performance your. It is not to be missed! David is splendid. We also did the Empty Cell escape room. Challenging and lots of fun. Highly recommend both the tour and an escape room.

Cracking way to spend an hour or so if you’re in Sterling. Our guide, David, gives a great performance as about 7 different characters.. a bit like James McAvoy in the movie “Split”, but not quite as creepy😂😂. The view from the observation deck at the top of the tower is a belter. Well worth a visit if you’re in town.

While travelling on a solo trip around Scotland with dogs I stumbled across this place and what an absolute find. I had a lovely day exploring, and David (the actor) is just incredible at his job. This is a tour of the old town jail with an interactive live actor for the first 15/20 mins or so. The staff were brilliant informing me of when loud noises and intense acting would come so I could make sure the dogs were moved out the way. It made what was a daunting experience on my own with the dogs a dream! What a good attraction!

Great little Museum with a temporary Mary Queen of Scots Exhibit in 2025. Cafe has great cakes but if you know the difference between a latte and milky coffee best order tea. When I took my latte back explaining it had been overheated, they offered me cold milk 😉

I live in Stirling, and I have walked past the gallery hundreds of times, going back and forth to the golf club. Thankfully, I decided to go inside to view the history of not just Stirling but also various parts of Scotland. It was well worth the visit not just for the historical side of it but also the art work, and the tiger dressed up in "Tunnocks" tea cake rappings. They also have a lecture room that could be worth exploring, the cafe is also worth a visit.

Art work displayed nicely. An interesting temp exhibit on Sudan. Cafe looked enticing though didn't try it. The rest of the museum is focused on "The Stirling Story". Could probably do with a bit of a revamp and prune, felt a bit chaotic and dusty.

Beautiful building but the rear museum section needs a serious revamp. Some really interesting exhibits but the layout and lighting is very poor.

Beautifully set up museum. A lot to see. Great for kids, they can draw and dress up. Excellent cafe. Lovely garden with sculpture and exhibits in. Great place for a family outing.

Really well laid out museum. Takes you through the history of Stirling. Some beautiful pictures in the gallery as well. Really good cafe, that is reasonably priced

The staff were kind and informative. Loved the walk around. Well worth a visit. The children were making lovely autumn lanterns. Has a nice cafe and free parking

I brought my partner tonight and booked to eat at what I thought was the restaurant I remembered from the last time I was here. Boy was I disappointed and embarrassed. I had told my partner how good it was. Well not tonight. The food was no better than microwaved. I requested Bangers and Mash from the menu - they didn't have any. Nacos - see above I had a burger that was cold and hard. The chips described as twice cooked were obviously microwave or oven cooked and luke warm A very poor show from what was once a good place to come for food. We will eat elsewhere when coming to any shows.

Lovely theatre, the stage at a perfect level to ensure audience engagement. Sound was excellent, temperature perfect. Small bar which appeared to sell good quality produce (we tried one cake which was good). Signposting could be better. Parking is sporadic, so allow some time for a walk, but the campus grounds are very pleasant. Look forward to returning.

First off this only gets a 3 because of the cafe messing up our order then after 45 mins deing told our food order had never reached the kitchen, so after being given some chilled sandwiches, we then watched Grease, which was absolutely fantastic, this show and the surrounding grounds are really nice and well worth a visit 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟, will be going again but will eat before hand.

We went with a youth group to see this year's panto and it was excellent! Very funny, very witty and the cast, particularly the young support cast members were incredible! We'll definitely go back!

Great arts centre. Travelled all the way from oban to see an arts film. Lovely set up and great staff.

Panto Aladin, was good. Full of humour, kids laughed hard and so did the adults. Theatre was Spotless also. Food and drinks at the cafe right next to theatre. Worth the visit

So lucky to have such a wonderful resource on our doorstep!

Looks interesting but I wasn’t able to go in, good to see old buildings be repurposed.

An outstanding place to visit established to help understand how buildings are restored. This is an excellent place to visit. With brilliant exhibits. The staff are experts and make the place totally fascinating. Family friendly with some of the exhibits designed to teach children. Well worth a visit.

A great addition to Stirling's attraction, and right next to the train station! A very interesting display + some cool experiments. We were so pleased to learn so many things in only 1 hour of visit (shame it's not bigger!!). There are workshops for kids and adults on a weekly/daily basis, meaning... we have to go back! Also, there is a little cafe (with real coffee) and a nice souvenir shop. We would give 10 stars if we could!

A very modern educational centre had around conserving Scotland's built heritage. Free to visit with drop in activities. Decent cafe, although seating was limited. A lot more interesting than you might expect. Good for big and little kids.

Interesting Historical Tour with tech used very well to help highlight what else is on offer. Opening hours are a little tight but its very easy to get to with the correct directions and is great for groups of school children as some of the displays and activities i think will suit those 10 or above. It Hosts some events such as future digitech which is very cool but again for the older child or historical fan. Has a small cafe which offers a limited selection but is very nice and staff are very helpful and friendly. As this is FREE and quite often near something else your visiting ,its a great swing pass visit and the space is very artisicially shown.

A wonderful exhibition about architecture in Scotland and the conservation efforts to protect them. Some of the displays are permanent and some change. When I visited they had an exhibition about the fire at the Glasgow School of Art and all the work that is being undertaken to restore it. Some of the techniques and technologies that are used are fascinating and there is a great video that explains some of these. The big map in the middle of the exhibition is still a work in progress but the app that they are developing to allow you to interact with the map and all different areas and aspects of Scotland's past is incredible!!

A fantastic resource centre dealing with Scotlands' built heritage. The building itself is a sensitively conserved railway engine shed, full of interesting and informative exhibits, catering for all levels of interest. The staff are friendly and helpful and we thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Looking forward to our next visit. 😀

We walked through this huge park from our B&B to the Stirling Castle. It has a great view of the castle.

Great park with history to walk and exercise your four legged friend, lots of beautiful flowers to see

This is a brilliant park that is well maintained and fun for kids. My son and I visited Sterling, from England, and we have been amazed by the public facilities and shows how much better people have it in Scotland. After walking the streets, eating the food and visiting the local parks, like this one, we are considering moving to Scotland! There is a skate park, on site, with a freindly skateboard culture for a lot of the local kids. There's clean, well maintained toilets on site. And there's a busy little cafe within the grounds, with undercover seating.

Great park we went because of the bounce in the park inflatables. This was excellent value at £12 for 2 fun filled hours. The park also host an new adventure playground.

Enjoyed taking my grandson to ride his bike. Lovely kids play area. Nice cafe to have a coffee or lunch. Free parking outside and easy walk into Stirling

This park is really lovely. Excellent on street parking with great access to the park. The park itself is great with a massive field for dogs to run around and a play area for the kids. The pavilion cafe on the grounds was a perfect spot to stop for a coffee or some snacks. Was handy that they're dog friendly also and had lots of bowls of water available for the doggos. Would definitely visit again as it was an enjoyable walk.

What a great day out at the park! So many sections to explore! We will be back 🙌🏼 It’s was clean, very well looked after and lots of trees! Play areas for tiny humans, toddler humans, bigger humans and plenty picnic seating for older humans too 🍎 Large, well maintained, public toilets close by. A fab, dog friendly, cafe with really friendly staff and a massive outdoor seating area out the back (some sheltered too!) Serving up hot rolls, nice coffee & cakes. AND more; Tennis courts; Skatepark; Golf course; Walking routes (pram friendly) grassy areas for general play and plenty parking. Guaranteed fun day out, we were there 4 hours and didn’t get around half the place!

another first for me beautiful surroundings quite a small intimate restaurant ( so might be best to book) Staff were great Food was brilliant normally I would try something different but wasn't feeling my best so took the chicken maryland ( how do they get the chicken so tender ) after we had eaten we were given a warm baby wipe for our hands which i thought was a nice touch If your in the town centre of Stirling I would highly recommend 5*

Great service and atmosphere. We absolutely love the food here. It's totally authentic Indian dishes. Prices are very reasonable and the portions are big! Highly recommended if u happen to pass by Stirling.

5/5 stars! We ordered the Haggis Pakoras, Chicken Karahi, Chapatis, and Vegetable Pulao Rice, and it was love at first bite! As someone who's been living in the UK, I've missed the authentic taste of home-cooked Chapatis, but this place nailed it! The staff were incredibly accommodating and surprised us with a 10% discount. The total bill came out to be £36.76, which was an absolute steal for the quality and quantity of food. Highly recommend this place for a taste of home away from home!

Great place for authentic cuisine, along with wonderful service. We visit every year!

Great experience - went for the 3 course lunch on a Sunday. Waiters were extremely attentive. Food great quality & fantastic value. The three of us shared 2 rice & 1 nan - that was included in the meal, great sized nan portion. Highly recommend.

Best curry in Scotland by far. Had the pasanda, was so creamy and flavoursome. The peshwari naan was excellent as well. Attentive staff and nice atmosphere. Will definitely be back!

Attentive service. We rarely have Indian food but we knew we had to try some in Scotland. We really enjoyed it. The lunch specials were really good value .

Wandered by here on a walk. Fairly large play area in amongst houses. I come from Stirling but did not know the park existed. There is a slide and swings. No one there when I walked past but should be good for local kids.

Park offers good views of the Stirling and far. It has 2 big twisted slides and 1 small flat slide. 2 swings were bit dirty. Sand lifting machine is quite fun for kids. Most of the other instruments are in dire need of cleaning or repair. Went there late evening and found it absolutely empty. Would like to see some improvements in its present condition to make me a frequent visitor with family. Would recommend visit to this park only to the parents who's kids are at least 3 year old.

Very English in the best sence of the word. Great food and in very close proximity to the double castle near by

This is a fantastic little park in the old top of the town region of Stirling. Despite it being located in a rather urban setting you will be surprised at how green and refreshing this play park actually is. Only located 5 minute walk from both Stirling Castle and the City Center this park is an excellent stop for any family having a day out in Stirling.

Good park with lots of play things for kids and benches for adults. Also offers great views of the Ochil Hills and Stirling town. There is a shop just next to the park for drinks and sweets.

Lovely small park hidden above Stirling city center. Awesome view over Stirling and the Ochil Hills.

A brilliant wee park but spoiled by the huge number of dog poos. Only 1 swing but hopefully be sorted soon.

A fantastic day out!! It’s a bit hit and miss when you visit places like this in terms of how visible and active the animals are but today was perfect. We saw everything up close and wandering around from tigers to lions to giraffes and monkeys and penguins etc. The kids had an absolute ball!!! The safari park is very accessible and an easy drive if you’re using the M80. Booking tickets in advance means you can just have your QR codes scanned from the car window and you’re straight in. I recommend driving straight along through the park (all signposted very well) to the drive-thru safari before parking up and entering the park properly. There are tons of places around the park itself but the main car park has tons of space and is the most suitable for the start and end of your day. Beware the 15mph speed signs and the zebra crossings as there are families and kids all over the place and I know some of the visiting public really struggle to read, have a general impatience or simply have complete disregard for other people so please take care when driving through the park. There’s really no rush. The funfair rides are 1 token each and usually if you have a toddler and you need to accompany them they’ll still just take 1 token instead of 2 which is a great attitude to have. Five tokens is £10. The dinosaurs enclosure is quite impressive and might be a little scary for the young ones with the movements and noises but also very enjoyable for them. There is some covered tables and you can even bring your own BBQ food for the really warm days (check website to book) but there are plenty of outlets open for your burgers, coffees, ice cream etc. and some that are not always open such as pizzas etc. There is plenty to do for the kids such as the sand pits, chutes and play areas if they need a rest from wandering round the park. A tremendous day out even with a little bit of drizzle at times it does not dampen the experience at all!

We had such a fantastic day out! Went with our 4-year-old niece and we all had so much fun. It was the first day of the Halloween activities, and even though we arrived around 1:00 PM, it wasn’t too busy at all. We stayed right until closing because there was just so much to see and do! Tip: start with the drive-thru part first, then park up and enjoy the rest of the day exploring. The food options were great, and there were plenty of benches if you prefer to bring your own picnic. The park is huge, so even with lots of people around, it never felt crowded.

We recently visited Blair Drummond Safari Park with the family, and it was an absolutely brilliant day out. There was so much to see and do, and it really caters to all ages. The drive-through safari was amazing, getting up close to lions, rhinos, and zebras was incredible. All the animals looked well cared for in their enclosures. For kids, the large adventure playground and the pedal boats were a big hit. A fantastic place for a family day out. Highly recommended

Blair Drummond Safari Park is hands down one of the most incredible days out I’ve ever had in Scotland, and I can’t recommend it highly enough. From the moment we drove through the gates, it felt like stepping into a whole new world full of adventure, excitement, and unforgettable experiences. The safari drive-through was absolutely brilliant. Being able to see such a wide range of animals roaming in large open spaces instead of tiny enclosures was amazing. Lions lounging in the sun, rhinos grazing peacefully, zebras trotting by – it honestly felt like being on a real safari. The kids were completely blown away, and even as an adult I couldn’t help but feel just as thrilled. There’s something so special about being able to sit in your car and have giraffes, camels, and antelope so close by. But the drive-through is just the beginning. The rest of the park is packed with so much to see and do that you could easily spend an entire day here and still feel like there’s more left to explore. The chimpanzee island was a highlight – the way the park has set it up really allows you to watch the chimps climbing, swinging, and interacting naturally, which is both fascinating and heartwarming. The sea lion presentations were full of energy and fun, perfectly balanced between entertainment and education, and the bird of prey demonstrations were spectacular, showing off the incredible skills of these majestic animals. There’s also an excellent petting farm and play areas for kids, which made it a perfect family-friendly day out. The playground is huge and so well designed that the children could have spent hours there alone. For those who love rides, the amusement area is another bonus – small rides, face painting, and plenty of chances for treats like ice cream and candy floss. It really does cater to every age group. What stood out the most, though, was how well-kept and clean the park is, and how much care clearly goes into looking after the animals. Every enclosure looked thoughtfully designed to make the animals comfortable, and the staff were knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about what they do. You can tell this isn’t just a tourist attraction – it’s a place where conservation, education, and animal welfare really matter. Food options were also great, with plenty of choice whether you want a sit-down meal, a quick snack, or to bring your own picnic. There are loads of lovely picnic spots, and the atmosphere throughout the park is relaxed and welcoming. Blair Drummond isn’t just a safari park – it’s a full day of adventure, learning, and fun for all ages. Whether you’re an animal lover, a parent looking for a fantastic family day out, or just someone who wants to experience something unique in Scotland, this is the place to go. I would give it more than five stars if I could. It’s the kind of place you’ll remember long after your visit, and one you’ll want to return to again and again.

What a magical place, we absolutely loved it. There’s a great variety of things to see and do. I can’t believe you get to go inside the lemur habitat and get so up close and personal. This experience and the train around chimp island were our favourites. The entry price is exceptionally accessible and is money well spent. The fact that you get both safari and foot entry all in one ticket makes it nice and easy; no fussy or complicated tiered systems. The food was nice and everyone working there seemed genuinely happy to be there. All in all a great job and wonderful day out.

Overall brilliant day out. Online pre booking is a great idea. Stops masses of queues on the road and in parking areas. Allows a control to people entering the park and seeing the exhibits in one go. Hugely impressive idea. Once in everything is clean, well presented and maintained. Animals look healthy and well cared for. There are a few negatives for me personally. 1) the lunch option for kids (bagged meal thing) is dreadful, you get half a sandwich, crisps, milky way and a yoghurt tube monstrosity and a juice. 2) The elephant, all on its own. It's such a shame. I don't know the background to why only one and how that came to be but in the wild they are sociable and live in family groups. 3) The Wasps!! Omg, I've literally never seen so many wasps in one location in my entire life. They are everywhere, and it's not 4 or 5, it's hundreds all through the park.

What I thought was going to be a rubbish day, turned out to be a great day. We drive through the safari and it looked a sad affair. All animals laying down on the furthest parts from the road possible. We felt let down. We then went into the park, not thinking much of what we saw……we got closer to more animals and we started to enjoy it. We then got to see the sea lions perform and it was brilliant. It wasn’t about performing tricks, it was about educating everyone on tricks they use in the wild to survive. We then went around and enjoyed the park. The tiger talk was also impressive with Connor staying behind to talk. The staff had a real passion and you could see the animals were cared for and each home was perfect for them. We then chanced another loop in the safari and the animals were up on their feet. So my advice is, don’t write it off on first glimpse. Do it twice.

The gardens are utterly beautiful during the summer. It was worth the ticket price for this area alone. To access this area, you need to purchase a ticket to the castle. There are lots of benches to ditch on. There is a grass area and lots of flowery beds. The garden is wheelchair accessible. There is a level paved path. Some of the flower areas are accessed by steps.

Beautiful gardens. Bench seats on one side to enjoy the blooms. Small wall on one side to view the valley. Fantastic photo opportunities in every direction you look. Worth a visit as you tour the castle.

Lovely garden !

Stunning don't miss having a nap under the tree that sounds like the ocean

What an amazing castle

Incredible view from there😍

It was nothing like a garden. It was just a dog walk area. Complete waste of time.