Explore the Historic Stirling Old Town Jail

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving, head towards Stirling on the M9 motorway. Take the A91 exit towards Stirling/Central. Continue on the A91 until you reach the city center. Follow signs for the Old Town. You can park at nearby parking facilities such as the Old Town parking lot or the Stirling Council car park on St John Street, which is a short walk from the jail. The coordinates for Stirling Old Town Jail are 56.1199399, -3.9440099.

• Train

  To reach Stirling by train, take a service to Stirling Railway Station. From major cities like Edinburgh or Glasgow, trains run frequently, and the journey takes about an hour. Upon arrival at Stirling Station, exit and take a short walk (approximately 15 minutes) to the Old Town Jail. Head west on Station Road, then take a left onto the A9 and follow it until you reach St John Street, where the jail is located.

• Bus

  You can also reach Stirling via bus from various locations across Scotland. Look for services to Stirling Bus Station. Once you arrive at the bus station, it's a 10-minute walk to Stirling Old Town Jail. Exit the station onto Goosecroft Road, head straight, and then turn left onto St John Street. The jail should be ahead.

• Walking

  If you are already in Stirling city center, you can easily walk to Stirling Old Town Jail. From the city square (the top of the High Street), head towards St John Street. The jail is located at St John St, Stirling FK8 1EA, a short walk of approximately 10 minutes. Just follow the signs pointing towards the Old Town.