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Dumfries Museum and Camera Obscura
Category: Museums - Dumfries Attractions & Activities
Address: The Observatory, Dumfries DG2 7SW
The history of Southwest Scotland is chronicled through wide-ranging exhibits, including fossils, stone carvings of the country's first Christians, and various items from the Victorian era. Other collections highlight the wool and cashmere industries, and the invention of the bicycle. The Camera Obscura, which is an...
Category: Sightseeing - Dumfries Attractions & Activities
Address: Caerlaverock, Glencaple, Dumfries DG1 4RU
This triangular castle is considered by many to be one of the best sightseeing spots in the country. This renaissance-style castle features twin-turreted gates and a children's play area. The interesting and historic castle also features historical reenactments and live performances.
Category: Sightseeing - Dumfries Attractions & Activities
Address: Drumlanrig Castle, Thornhill, Dumfries-shire DG3 4AQ
Listed on the Historic House Association register, this rose-colored, natural stone castle, which dates back to 1680, is a bastion of relics. The house, built for the Duke of Buccleuch and Queensberry, displays various artworks, including pieces by Rembrandt and da Vinci. The castle is surrounded by acres of lavishly...
Dumfries Ice Bowl Leisure Complex
Category: Parks - Dumfries Attractions & Activities
Address: King St, Dumfries DG2 9AN
This large and centrally located ice rink is a popular place with locals and visitors to the area. Skating lessons, roller-skating, ice disco, and regular concerts are a few of the diversions here. There is always something fun going on at the ice bowl.
Category: Sightseeing - Dumfries Attractions & Activities
Address: Abbey Ln, Lincluden, Dumfries-shire
This historic collegiate church was founded in 1389 and houses exquisite royal tombs and religious relics. The tomb of Princess Margaret, daughter or Robert III, is also here. Lincluden is an important part of the Scottish historical landscape.
Category: Zoos, Aquariums & Reserves - Dumfries Attractions & Activities
Address: Burnside Park, Mabie, Dumfries DG2 8EZ
Located near the scenic Mabie Forest, this park is a favorite spot for both children and adults. Mabie Farm houses many varieties of animals, including turkeys, horses, pigs, rabbits, and ducks. Enjoy a picnic as you watch trainers feed the animals. Children can also ride ponies, as well as trying "grass sledging,"...
Category: Sightseeing - Dumfries Attractions & Activities
Address: High St, Dumfries DG1 2BH
One of the oldest and most favorite meeting spots in the center of town, this steeple stands as a monument to Dumfries's history and culture. The building has been the site of major events throughout the town's history and is featured in several poems by Robert Burns. An on-site bookshop and information center are...
Category: Parks - Dumfries Attractions & Activities
Address: A701, Dumfries DG1 1QB
Three walls that range in length from one and a half to four miles mark the Ae Forest. As they ascend and grow in distance, each wall provides a magnificent view of the area, which makes them worth the effort to climb. This forest is great for exploring and offers several trails and routes.
Category: Sightseeing - Dumfries Attractions & Activities
Address: Burns St, Dumfries DG1 2PS
Scottish poet Robert Burns spent his final years at this quiet and unassuming home on a back street in the city center. Visitors can view authentic rooms maintained in their historic context as well as many original works by the poet. It's a very interesting view of into literary history.
Category: Parks - Dumfries Attractions & Activities
Address: Eastpark Farm, Dumfries-shire DG1 4RS
Caelaverock, which stands for lark's nest, is renowned as one of the world's busiest wetlands. This park is home to barnacle geese during the winter and one of Scotland's most noted castles. The dwelling, which was home to the Maxwell clan, dates back to the 15th century and sits on a rock platform that showcases its...
