Stirling’s famous landmark stands above the fields where William Wallace led his troops to victory at The Battle of Stirling Bridge, and tells the story of the patriot and martyr who became Scotland’s National Hero.
The National Wallace Monument is open to visitors from 10:00am until 4:00pm each day. Pre-booking is advisable to secure your preferred entry time slot. We are able to accommodate some walk ups to the Monument, however these time slots are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed.
You should purchase your entrance ticket to the Monument online in advance. A courtesy minibus service operates between the Car Park and the Monument or you can follow the Wallace Way, a series of woodcarvings on the main path from the Car Park to the Monument. Please note that the pathway is steep and uneven in some areas.
The three exhibition 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.
The Hall of Arms (1st Floor)
In the animated film ‘A Hero in the Making’ you can discover how William Wallace rose from obscurity to become the leader of the Scots.
An unmissable feature on this floor is the Wallace Sword, a powerful symbol of his courage and skill. The sword measures 1.68m, and weighs approximately 3kg. Wallace’s sword was brought to the Monument in 1888 from its historic resting place in Dumbarton Castle.
The Hall of Heroes (2nd Floor)
From the first bust installed in 1886, through to the latest sculptures introduced in 2019, the Hall of Heroes tells the story of illustrious Scots who have followed in Wallace’s footsteps. Today it commemorates thirty of Scotland’s heroes and heroines, each of whom has made their own contribution to the history of the nation.
The Royal Chamber (3rd Floor)
This is where you can uncover some of the facts and figures behind the Battle of Stirling Bridge. See the weapons which would have been used by both armies, and discover how the battle was fought and won.
See the view from the Monument as it is today, and then see it as Wallace would have seen it in 1297, with a reconstruction of the landscape and important historic landmarks.
Historically, heraldic designs were used on Coat of Arms to easily identify friend from foe on the battlefield. Design your own Coat of Arms and get a picture of it on your shield, ready to march into battle!
The Crown
On reaching the top of the spiral staircase you will be rewarded with panoramic views in all directions, from Ben Lomond and the Trossachs in the West, and through the Forth Valley past the city of Stirling and the Ochil Hills to the Pentland Hills in the East.
Display panels identify the site of the famous Battle of Stirling Bridge and highlight prominent geographical features in the area.
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