Things to do in Falkirk

Activities, attractions and tours

Callendar House featuring heritage elements and château or palace
Callendar House showing a statue or sculpture and interior views
Callendar House featuring a garden
Callendar House showing château or palace and heritage elements
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Edinburgh: The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour

Edinburgh: The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour

Activity duration is 9 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 7 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €75 per adult
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Outlander Day Tour from Glasgow or Edinburgh

Outlander Day Tour from Glasgow or Edinburgh

Activity duration is 10 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is €144 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
Free cancellation available
Price is €276 per adult
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Stirling Castle, Trossachs, Loch Lomond and Whisky Tour

Stirling Castle, Trossachs, Loch Lomond and Whisky Tour

Activity duration is 8 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is €75 per adult
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What to do in Falkirk

Popular places to visit

Falkirk Wheel

Falkirk Wheel

4.5/5(105 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 showing 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 Dunmore Pineapple

The Dunmore Pineapple

You can find out about the history of Falkirk when you stop by The Dunmore Pineapple. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants 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. Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Macdonald Inchyra Hotel Spa

Falkirk Town Hall

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

Falkirk Town Hall

Falkirk Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Falkirk at Falkirk Golf Club. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Falkirk Golf Club

Black Loch

Explore the great outdoors at Black Loch, a lovely green space in Falkirk. Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Black Loch

Antonine Roman Wall

Find out about the history of Falkirk when you take a trip to Antonine Roman Wall. Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Antonine Roman Wall

Monster Mania

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

Monster Mania

Areas of Falkirk

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Polmont

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

Polmont
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Airth

Get to know Airth by checking out its spas, restaurants and historical sites. Consider a visit to nearby sights like The Dunmore Pineapple or Fife Coastal Path during your time in the area.

Airth
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Slamannan

Notable for its restaurants, spas and golf courses, Slamannan is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Falkirk. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Black Loch or Falkirk Wheel.

Slamannan
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Carron

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Carron and surrounding area, you can visit The Kelpies and Falkirk Town Hall.

Carron
SSE Hydro featuring night scenes and mist or fog

Glasgow

Stirling which includes a small town or village

Stirling

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Bathgate

Grangemouth

Grangemouth

Edinburgh

Edinburgh

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

Plean

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 travellers 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 neighbourhoods, 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.