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Callendar House which includes chateau or palace and heritage elements
Callendar House which includes a statue or sculpture and interior views
Callendar House featuring a park
Callendar House which includes a castle and heritage elements
Callendar House featuring forests
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Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour

Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour

Activity duration is 9 hours and 30 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 11 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥11,200 per adult
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Outlander Day Tour from Glasgow

Outlander Day Tour from Glasgow

Activity duration is 10 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥25,925 per adult
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Scottish Highlands, Castles, Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh

Scottish Highlands, Castles, Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh

Activity duration is 11 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥59,835 per adult
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Falkirk: Distillery Tour with Whisky Tasting

Falkirk: Distillery Tour with Whisky Tasting

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥5,185 per adult
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What to do in Falkirk

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Falkirk Wheel

Falkirk Wheel

4.5/5(66 reviews)

Admire the futuristic style of the world’s first rotating boat lift and watch it in action as it plucks vessels from a quaint canal.

Falkirk Wheel
Callendar House which includes interior views and heritage elements

Callendar House

Bring the kids to one of the largest slides in Scotland and explore the Georgian furnishings and kitchen traditions of this historic château.

Callendar House
The Pineapples no significant architectural specimen, but it is really good fun! The icon is located in a free park and is a really lovely stop off in Falkirk which is ideal for a quiet stroll or picnic when visiting the Kelpies or Falkirk Wheel.

The Dunmore Pineapple

You can find out about the history of Falkirk with a stop at The Dunmore Pineapple. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

The Dunmore Pineapple

Macdonald Inchyra Hotel Spa

You can take time to visit Macdonald Inchyra Hotel Spa during your travels to Falkirk. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Macdonald Inchyra Hotel Spa

Falkirk Golf Club

3/5(1 review)

Enjoy a round of golf in Falkirk at Falkirk Golf Club. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Falkirk Golf Club

Antonine Roman Wall

Find out about the history of Falkirk with a stop at Antonine Roman Wall. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Antonine Roman Wall

Falkirk Town Hall

Enjoy a show at Falkirk Town Hall, a theater with a story to tell in Falkirk. Make time to visit the area's spas, or simply enjoy its lively bars.

Falkirk Town Hall

Monster Mania

Enjoy an outing to Monster Mania during your stay in Falkirk. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Monster Mania

Cineworld Falkirk

You can take time to visit Cineworld Falkirk during your travels to Falkirk. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Cineworld Falkirk

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Falkirk

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Polmont

Spas and restaurants are notable features of Polmont. You might consider a stop by Macdonald Inchyra Hotel Spa while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Polmont
A "Back to the Future" moment.....

Airth

Notable for its spas, restaurants, and historic sites, Airth is a sought-after destination for many travelers visiting Falkirk. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out The Dunmore Pineapple or Fife Coastal Path.

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Carron

Carron might not have many top sights, but The Kelpies and Helix Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Carron
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Slamannan

Get to know Slamannan by checking out its restaurants, spas, and golf courses. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Falkirk Wheel or Callendar House during your time in the area.

Slamannan

Popular day trips from Falkirk

The SSE Hydro showing night scenes and mist or fog

Glasgow

Stirling which includes a small town or village

Stirling

Linlithgow

Linlithgow

Photo "Airdrie" by Texas Radio and The Big Beat (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Texas Radio and The Big Beat (CC BY-SA)

Airdrie

Grangemouth

Grangemouth

Calton Hill which includes a sunset, skyline and a city

Edinburgh

Photo "Bonnybridge" by Richard Webb (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Richard Webb (CC BY-SA)

Bonnybridge

Frequently asked questions

Is Falkirk worth visiting?
One of the most common things to do in Falkirk is explore Monster Mania. Check this top sight off your agenda, then experience more of this area's history and festivals.
How do I spend a day in Falkirk?
Monster Mania and The Kelpies are two excellent places to start your getaway adventures. Be sure to check out the dining and shopping options in Falkirk while you're in town too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Falkirk?
You can't go home without visiting Monster Mania, rated the top tourist attraction in Falkirk.
Is three days enough to stay in Falkirk?
You can easily tour leading attractions like Monster Mania, The Kelpies and Helix Park with a three-day break in Falkirk. On average, most travelers book two days here. There's plenty to explore nearby too, so stay a while longer and head to Edinburgh.
What are some activities to do in Falkirk with kids?
Planning what to do in Falkirk with kids has never been so easy. Whether you're taking a trip with teenagers or little ones, there are plenty of family-friendly tours and attractions to keep everyone happy here.

What to do in Falkirk for adults?
Macdonald Inchyra Hotel Spa is one of the best things to do in Falkirk. With loads of activities available, there's something here for everyone to experience.
Are there free things to do in Falkirk?
From relaxing in parks to wandering around vibrant neighborhoods, it's easy to discover free things to do in Falkirk. If you need new ideas, ask a local tour guide for recommendations. The Dunmore Pineapple is a top spot for anyone wanting to save on their travel adventures.