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National Wallace Monument
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About
The tower on the Abbey Craig, across the Forth at Causewayhead. It was built between 1861 and 1869 to a design by John Thomas Rochead and stands 67 metres high, by Wikipedia's figures. Tradition says Wallace watched Edward I's army gather from this hill before the Battle of Stirling Bridge in 1297. Stirling Council runs it. Inside, a narrow spiral staircase of 246 steps climbs through three exhibition galleries to the Crown, which the Monument promises has 360-degree views. Wikipedia lists the long Wallace Sword and a Hall of Heroes of busts among the exhibits. The Monument asks visitors to book online to secure an entry time.
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Highlights
- ✓246 steps up a narrow spiral staircase
- ✓The Crown at the top, with 360-degree views
- ✓Three exhibition galleries
- ✓The view over the Old Bridge and the castle
Tips
- →Parking is free. A shuttle bus takes about five minutes from the car park to the tower, or you can walk up, per the Monument's site.
- →First buses 52 and UL stop outside the Monument and run from Goosecroft Road, opposite the railway station.
- →There is no lift to the galleries; the toilets and a small lounge are at entrance level.
- →Prices were not confirmed from the Monument's own pages on 11 October 2026; check them on the booking page before you go.
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