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 February
Estimated hotel price
$71
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stirling in February
Estimated hotel price
$71
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 Los Angeles and takes around 13h 35m.

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 Hertz and Turo, 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 Los Angeles and takes around 13h 35m.

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 Hertz and Turo, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Stirling

PIKGlasgow Prestwick
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Stirling

Lufthansa
Good (8,163 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,551 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,126 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,455 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,019 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,486 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,259 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,629 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (950 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,052 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,743 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,640 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,905 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,405 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,427 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,433 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,350 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,584 reviews)
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Where to stay in Stirling

From 5-star hotels such as the Victoria Square & The Orangery to great affordable options like the Holiday Inn Express Stirling By IHG, Stirling offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $142 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $313 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Stirling, with prices from $54 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 52% 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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Lubnaig Guest House
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, 704 reviews)
$207+
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The Abbotsford
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1470 reviews)
$127+
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Holiday Inn Express Stirling By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 3629 reviews)
$156+
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The Crown
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1133 reviews)
$111+
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King Robert Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 3619 reviews)
$127+
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Highland Gate, Stirling by Marston's Inns
4 stars
Excellent (8, 4009 reviews)
$116+
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Renting a car in Stirling

Renting a car in Stirling costs $66 per day, on average, or $133 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 $7.72 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 $92.67 and $123.56. Compact (Jeep Avenger or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Stirling, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Stirling costs $66 per day, on average, or $133 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 $7.72 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 $92.67 and $123.56. Compact (Jeep Avenger or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Stirling, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.

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