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Things to see and do in Dumfries & Galloway

Prepare for adventure in Dumfries & Galloway, where the hills, rivers and forest park provide the ideal setting for you to explore by foot, bike or boat. Delve into history with a visit to the museums and visitor centres, check out the fabulous gardens, sample the local food and drink and enjoy the culture of this naturally inspiring region in the art galleries and bookshops tucked away in the heart of the towns. You will not be stuck for things to see and do in Dumfries & Galloway.

Golf

There are over 30 driving ranges and golf courses in Dumfries & Galloway with a choice from championship links courses to delightful parkland layouts. Find golf courses in Dumfries & Galloway.

Stranraer Golf Club

Shopping

Explore this list of stores and shops in Dumfries & Galloway to create the perfect shopping experience in the south west of Scotland.

Home made preserves at a roadside stall

Nature Reserves

There are many nature centres and reserves in Dumfries & Galloway where you can see and appreciate some of the region’s wildlife including birds, squirrels and deer. Find nature centres and reserves in Dumfries & Galloway.

Red Kites fly at Bellymack Hill Farm red kite feeding station

Buildings & monuments

Take a look through our comprehensive list of buildings & monuments in Dumfries & Galloway to find opening hours and directions for castles, historic houses and other attractions.

Sweetheart Abbey

Food & drink

Find information on the cafes, restaurants, pubs and bars where you can enjoy delicious food and drink in Dumfries & Galloway.

Close up of a dish containing salmon, potatoes and carrots

Parks & gardens

Find details on the many beautiful parks and gardens in Dumfries & Galloway where you can see a huge variety of exciting plants from across the world.

Glenwhan Gardens

Attractions

Find details on attractions in Dumfries & Galloway such as castles, historic sites, nature reserves, visitor centres and more.

Drumlanrig Castle

Museums

Look through the great selection of exhibitions, galleries and museums in Dumfries & Galloway covering Robert Burns, cycling, aviation, costume, the Glasgow Boys and much more.

Inside the Savings Bank Museum, Ruthwell

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A couple look at Bruce's Stone above Loch Trool in the Galloway Forest Park

Dumfries & Galloway history

Explore the history of Dumfries & Galloway in museums and former homes to hear of romance, triumph, beginnings and ends.

Brave's Merida impresses with her archery skills

Brave

Bring Brave to life across Dumfries & Galloway and uncover a great selection of activities and attractions.

Looking along the main street of Dumfries and Galloway's Food Town, Castle Douglas.

Food & drink

Discover sweet tastes and sumptuous flavours by trying some of the local food and drink in Dumfries & Galloway.

Looking across the pond in the walled garden of the Dunskey Estate, Portpatrick

Gulf Stream gardens

Enjoy a world of colour in the gardens of Dumfries & Galloway where palm trees and African daisies mix with daffodils.

A close up of a red kite soaring high about Bellymack Hill Farm in Dumfries & Galloway

Rare creatures

Catch sight of curious animals in natural surroundings as you discover the amazing rare wildlife of Dumfries & Galloway.

The Grey Mare’s Tail, north east of Moffat

Walking in Dumfries & Galloway

Dumfries & Galloway is a walker’s paradise, discover the beauty of the region for yourself on foot.

The sun shines through one of Andy Goldsworthy's Striding Arches on Bail Hill

Naturally inspiring

Explore Dumfries & Galloway and find out exactly why this region has inspired so many artists, writers and craftspeople.

A flag fluttering on a green at the New Galloway Golf Course.

Golf in Dumfries & Galloway

With pristine courses, Dumfries & Galloway will test your skills on three excellent golfing trails.

Two mountain bikers on McMoab, a black graded granite rock trail at Kirroughtree 7stanes centre

Galloway Forest Park

Spend a day in the Galloway Forest Park and take in the scenery as you enjoy wildlife, mountain biking, walking and stargazing.

Crowd watching a band at Wickerman Festival

Dumfries & Galloway events

From walking to wildlife, arts, music and book festivals, there is plenty going on all year round in Dumfries & Galloway.

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