Central Scotland
The country's historic roots are deeply embedded in central Scotland. Key battles around Stirling shaped the nation's fortunes; significant castles from the region's history pepper the landscape; and Perth, the former capital, is where kings were crowned on the Stone of Destiny.
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Top places to visit in Central Scotland
Discover the best attractions in Central Scotland from must-see sights to unexpected hidden gems.
- Attraction in StirlingStirling Castle
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Attraction in ScotlandDunfermline Abbey & Palace - Attraction in PerthBlack Watch Museum
- Attraction in ScotlandDoune Castle
- Attraction in ScotlandFalkirk Wheel
- Attraction in ScotlandFalkland Palace
- Attraction in StirlingNational Wallace Monument
- Attraction in PerthScone Palace
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Central Scotland and beyond
- destinationLowland Perthshire & Kinross
- destinationStirling
- destinationPerth
