Admission Prices Admission tickets can be purchased online or from inside the Monument itself. The ticket gives you access to the four upper levels within the Monument (each accessed by a 246-step spiral staircase), with three exhibition galleries, and The Crown, from which visitors can enjoy panoramic 360° views.
Can you walk up Wallace Monument for free?
You can see the monument from miles around. If you don’t want to see inside, which is relatively expensive, you can park for free at the bottom and just walk up the hill for free. You get a good view from the top.
How much does it cost to go up Wallace Monument?
Overview
| Address: | Abbey Craig, Hillfoots Road, Causewayhead, Stirling FK9 5LF |
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| Admission: | Adult £ 10.75, Concession £ 8.75, Child £ 6.75, Family (2+2) £ 28.25 |
| Parking: | Yes |
| Languages: | Hand held audio guides in English, French, German, Italian and Spanish |
Can you go up the Wallace Monument?
The galleries within the Monument, and The Crown at the top of the building, are accessed via a spiral staircase, with a total of 246 steps. Visitors who are unable to climb the staircase can use the facilities and watch the introductory video presentation in The Keeper’s Lodge, at the entrance level of the Monument.
How long does it take to climb the Wallace Monument?
It is recommended that you should allow at least 1 hr. in the Monument itself, and you will also want to allow time for going up to the Monument from the Car Park area. This takes approx. 20 mins.
Is the Wallace Monument part of the National Trust?
The Wallace Monument is not part of the National Trust for Scotland. The monument is managed by Stirling District Tourism which is an independent charitable company.
Is the sword at Wallace Monument real?
The Wallace Sword was stolen from The National Wallace Monument on the 8th November 1936 by Scottish Nationalists at Glasgow University, who later returned the sword after realising the distress the theft had caused. The Sword was stolen again in May 1972 and returned in October of that same year.
How long does it take to visit the Wallace Collection?
Two hours should give you an adequate viewing of the collection unless you go down the rabbit-hole of looking at all of the miniatures or are really into armour.
Can you walk up the Wallace Monument at night?
Can you walk up the Wallace Monument at night? No. Unfortunately, there is no availability to go up the monument in the evening. It does look really stunning after dark though.
Is the Scott Monument free?
Admission to all levels is £8 (concession/children/OAP £6), Family of four, £20.
What’s inside the Wallace Monument?
Inside The National Wallace Monument there are three exhibition galleries which tell the story of Scotland’s National Hero and of his legacy.
Can you go up Scots Monument?
If you want to climb to the top of the tower you’ll have to go up 287 steps, which are divided into four levels where you can stop for a while and explore if you wish. As you ascend further up the spiral staircase, it becomes more and more difficult since the walls get narrower and the stairs become unsteady.
Why is Wallace Monument lit up?
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What is the easiest Munro to climb?
Easiest Munros
- 1 – The Cairnwell and Carn Aosda. Recommended route.
- 2 – Meall nan Tarmachan. Recommended route.
- 3 – Carn Liath on Beinn a’Ghlo. Recommended route.
- 4 – Ben Chonzie. Recommended route.
- 5 – Cairngorm. Recommended route.
- 6 – Schiehallion. Recommended route.
- 7 – Mount Keen. Recommended route.
- 8 – Driesh and Mayar.
Which is the hardest Munro?
1 – Inaccessible Pinnacle
In the heart of Skye’s famed Black Cuillin, a vertical blade of rock rests on Sgurr Dearg. Known as the ‘Inaccessible Pinnacle’, this intimidating fin of basalt rock is regarded not only as the hardest Munro to attain, but also the most difficult major peak in the British Isles.
How many stairs does the Wallace Monument have?
Visitors climb the 246-step spiral staircase to the viewing gallery inside the monument’s crown, which provides expansive views of the Ochil Hills and the Forth Valley.
Which is better English Heritage or National Trust?
The National Trust potentially offers more variety. This is because you can see historic houses, castles, palaces, parkland, nature and even coastline (entry doesn’t usually cost anything, but remember you’ll get free parking too!). However, with English Heritage, you can see castles, ruins and ancient landmarks.
Can I use my National Trust for Scotland membership in England?
As the National Trust for Scotland operates a reciprocal access arrangement with the National Trust, the pass will also operate in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
What can you do at the Wallace Monument?
The National Wallace Monument
- Discover the story of the famous Scottish warrior who became a National Hero.
- Immerse yourself in the brutal Battle of Stirling Bridge, where William Wallace made history.
- Experience stunning views of the historic landscape.
- Find products locally made with pride at The Tower Shop.
Where is the Braveheart sword?
the National Wallace Monument
The sword is currently on display in the National Wallace Monument in Stirling, Scotland.
Where is Robert the Bruce’s sword?
Kept at Broomhall House, the seat of the Bruce Family, this historic sword is rarely seen in public. Other treasures include A suit in the Bruce Tartan from around 1760.