jon-paul bradshaw
05.02.2025
Spectacular monument that overlooks the surrounding countryside. The fee of £11.30 for me slightly on the expensive side but well worth it. There are three floors for you to explore with 327 steps in total so if you have a problem with stairs like I do, you can take a rest on each floor where you find interesting and informative information about the history, not only of William Wallace, but of other famous Scottish men and women. There is a free shuttle bus to drive you up and down to the monument if you have difficulty walking. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area.
Robert Alves
05.02.2025
Awesome experience, well worth the stop!
G Doodle
03.02.2025
Get those steps in !!!
Holly Pekarovičová
02.02.2025
Had a lovely time at the monument during our recent trip to Stirling. I would recommend the walk up to the monument as there were many beautiful wood carvings. We walked from the town over the old bridge to the monument. Inside there were loads pf interesting facts and exibits, I especially liked the sword, and making my own coat of arms. Fantastic views from the top. Very friendly staff. Would definitely recommend.
Mercedes Lanzas Delgado
02.02.2025
La subida al monumento desde el aparcamiento es fuerte, pero se hace amena con las pequeñas estatuas, bancos y esculturas que hay a lo largo del camino. Merece la pena muchísimo subir los 250 escalones que tiene la torre. Hay un autobús gratuito que te sube hasta el momento.
Jamie Forbes
31.01.2025
Nice place to visit, hard walk, definitely worth it
Tim Peckham
31.01.2025
If you get the chance to visit Scotland, this is a must see. William Wallace, made famous to Americans through Mel Gibson’s depiction in Braveheart, is the fire behind revolution against Edward I during the First War of Scottish Independence starting in 1297. This structure can be seen from Stirling Castle, across the valley, and once you actually arrive after a wee climb, the size of the structure is imposing. The only access to the tower is a claustrophobic spiral stone staircase that serves as both an up and down. There are five separate areas to visit, if you wish. At the bottom, the Keeper’s Lodge serves as a resting spot for visitors unable or unwilling to make the climb up the stairs within the monument. The first and last stop on your way through the monument is The Tower Shop where you can buy Scottish gifts, whiskies, books, etc. to remember your adventure. Next floor up is The Hall of Arms which contains Wallace’s sword, a 1.68m long, 3kg weight two-handed sword. Continue up to The Hall of Heroes, a gallery of famous Scottish men and women. The Royal Chamber is the next level up and covers the Battle of Stirling Bridge. If you make it to the top, you get the glorious view from The Crown Spire. From here you can see Stirling Castle off in the distance.
The climb to the top is well worth it and this was one of my top five highlights of a visit to Scotland.
LM
30.01.2025
This monument is well worth the visit, you will not be disappointed.
The monument stands upon a hill where at the bottom there is a car park. There is a shuttle bus service that runs people up and down all day.
The architecture is stunning.
There is a spiral staircase all the way to the top stopping off at 3 levels on the way.
One of the rooms holds the real sword of William Wallace! The Freedom Sword.
On one floor there is an interactive ‘create your own shield’ and once you’ve designed it you can get a picture with it.
On another floor are the busts of some of Scotland’s most famous historical figures.
Once you summit the tower the view is panoramic of the surrounding area and you can see Stirling Castle in the distance.
Emanuel Flecken
30.01.2025
Wow what a building unfortunate for us it was a lot of mist surrounding the site so we decided not to go inside this time
STRAM Machines Spéciales et Mécanique de Précision (STRAM)
27.01.2025
Grandiose et très émouvant
G Santana
22.01.2025
Must visit if you’re going to stirling castle … having car more comfortable
Enrico Balestra
18.01.2025
Un'esperienza stupenda e veramente inaspettata. Il biglietto vale tutto il suo prezzo, è davvero bello salire la torre piano per piano e vedere tutto il museo con la storia di Wallace. E poi c'è la sua spada, un'emozione unica. Ma la cosa migliore è la fantastica vista di cui potrete godere una volta arrivati in cima. Dopo aver visto tutto il museo e i video esplicativi, riuscite a visualizzare alla perfezione la dinamica della battaglia di Stirling nell'ansa del fiume. Davvero stupendo.
Javier Granados
17.01.2025
Impresionante torreón visible desde todas las partes de la ciudad. Recomiendo hacerle la foto desde el castillo cogiendo parte de la ciudad y el río.
Michael Hood-Leeder
14.01.2025
Stunning. A great man to. Very inspiring.
African Scot
14.01.2025
Shuttle bus up to the monument does not allow dogs onboard
Mak Atak1967
13.01.2025
Great tourist spot
B St
10.01.2025
Currently closed for repairs but still picture worthy
Graham Cram
07.01.2025
not bad
Mari Feli Landaburu García
07.01.2025
Precioso lugar si te gusta la historia de Escocia.
Tienes un autobus lanzadera desde el parking de coches que te sube hasta el monumento y no lo querés hacer andando, ya que es bastaba pendiente, está lanzadera es gratis.
La vista desde arriba de Stirling y alrededores es maravillosa.
Jean Kelly
07.01.2025
If you have mobility issues you may not be able to get up to even see the ground floor exhibition as there is a shuttle service up to the monument, but I stood for an hour and none came. They didn't have any information on the shuttle at the gift shop as the monument management is now done by the council. They thought perhaps there were no drivers available but couldn't say for sure. I sent the rest of the party to enjoy it and waited in the coffee shop for them. It was disappointing as my guests were from overseas and I couldn't join them. My guests said the walk was steep.
Priscilla Von Sorella
04.01.2025
Could not recommend this enough. Such a great experience and spectacular view. Also a very cute cafe and excellent gift shop. The stairs can be a bit overwhelming — be prepared for a steep spiral narrow climb.
