Stirling Old Town Jail

Stirling Old Town Jail is a top-rated independent visitor attraction in the heart of the Old Town – located just a short walk from Stirling Castle.

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Stirling Old Town Jail is a top-rated independent visitor attraction in the heart of the Old Town – located just a short walk from Stirling Castle - and winner of the TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award.

Our live performance tours and Scene of the Crime Exhibition allow you to safely explore the dark history of local crime and punishment, as well as giving a remarkable insight into prison life and prison reform. You can also download our free app to learn more as you explore.

And then there’s the view! From our Observation Tower visitors can enjoy some of the best views of the historic Old Town and surrounding countryside – taking in the Tolbooth, Holy Rude Church, National Wallace Monument, Trossachs National Park and, of course, Stirling Castle…making the Old Town Jail a great place to start exploring the sights and stories of Scotland’s ancient Royal Burgh.

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