Private Stirling Dark Side Tour
Duration
1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)
Languages
English
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Discover Glasgow's dark past, from slaves to gangs!
Visit old prisons and hanging sights during your tour
Discover the real dark history as well as ghosty tales



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Originally launched as a sold-out Halloween special, this chilling private tour invites you to uncover the dark and eerie side of Stirling. Step beyond the typical tourist path as your local expert guide leads you through graveyards, shadowy streets, and sites filled with centuries of secrets. Stirling may be known for its grand castle and royal connections, but beneath its historic beauty lies a world of mystery, crime, and legend waiting to be explored. As you walk through the old town, you’ll discover tales of superstition, punishment, and the macabre events that shaped the city’s sinister reputation.
From unsolved murders and ghostly apparitions to grave-robbers and executions, this atmospheric tour will bring Stirling’s darker past vividly to life. Learn about the people who met untimely ends, the spirits said to still wander the streets, and the strange happenings that make Stirling one of Scotland’s most haunted cities. Perfect for history lovers and thrill-seekers alike, this private experience offers an unforgettable glimpse into Scotland’s shadowy past.
The witch trials of Stirling
The plague and death
Holy Rude cemetery
The grave robbers of Stirling
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Comfortable walking shoes
Weather-appropriate clothing
Bottle of water
Public transportation nearby
Children must be accompanied by an adult
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