Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Stirling travel guide

Stirling Tourism | Stirling Guide

You're Going to Love Stirling

With a population of 33.012, Stirling is a must-see destination in Scotland, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Stirling deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Stirling

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Allan Park (20 Allan Park) and La Cucina (64 Henderson Street) are great picks.

When to visit Stirling

Stirling in December
Estimated hotel price
$75
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stirling in December
Estimated hotel price
$75
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Stirling

Plane

Although Stirling doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI), which is located 39 km from Stirling. The shortest flight to Stirling from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 6h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Stirling is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 49 km from Stirling. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Dollar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Plane

Although Stirling doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI), which is located 39 km from Stirling. The shortest flight to Stirling from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 6h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Stirling is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 49 km from Stirling. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Dollar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Stirling

PIKGlasgow Prestwick
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Stirling

Lufthansa
Good (8,286 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,592 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,269 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,112 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,459 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,243 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (983 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,654 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,709 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,021 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,685 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,393 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,193 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (437 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,451 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,417 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,383 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,790 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,523 reviews)
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Where to stay in Stirling

Average rates range from around $136 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $292 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Stirling, with prices from $46 to $930 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Stirling are about 15% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Stirling by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Stirling

Most booked hotels in Stirling

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The Woodside
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2104 reviews)
$86+
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The Abbotsford
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1474 reviews)
$83+
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Apex Dunblane Hydro
4 stars
Excellent (8, 3349 reviews)
$106+
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Highland Gate, Stirling by Marston's Inns
4 stars
Good (7.9, 4213 reviews)
$69+
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Rob Roy Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, 1360 reviews)
$119+
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The Waverley Hotel By Greene King Inns
3 stars
Good (7.8, 1631 reviews)
$79+
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Renting a car in Stirling

Renting a car in Stirling costs $57 per day, on average, or $114 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 35% more expensive than at Edinburgh Turnhouse.

Expect to pay $8.78 per gallon in Stirling (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $105.39 and $140.51. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Stirling, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Stirling costs $57 per day, on average, or $114 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 35% more expensive than at Edinburgh Turnhouse.

Expect to pay $8.78 per gallon in Stirling (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $105.39 and $140.51. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Stirling, while also 52% cheaper than other types, on average.

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