Attractions in Dumfries & Galloway
Find attractions in Dumfries & Galloway with castles, historic sites, nature reserves, visitor centres and more and plan a day trip or great break.
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Caerlaverock National Nature Reserve
Type
Type
Nature Centres & Reserves
Dumfries
Telephone:
+44 (1387) 770275Caerlaverock is a National Nature Reserve with great birdwatching and walking opportunities.
Gretna Green Famous Blacksmiths Shop
Type
Type
Exhibitions
Gradings
- 4 Visitor Attraction
Gretna Green
Telephone:
+44 (1461) 338441Steeped in history and magical charm, Gretna Green Famous Blacksmiths Shop is where couples have come to marry since 1754.
Ruthwell Cross
Type
Type
Monuments & Ruins
Nr Dumfries
Telephone:
+44 (131) 6888800Thought to date back to around AD 680, this magnificent cross is one of the most famous and elaborate Anglo-Saxon monumental sculptures.
RSPB Mersehead Reserve
Type
Type
Nature Centres & Reserves
Gradings
- 4 Wildlife Experience
Dumfries
Telephone:
+44 (1387) 780579Situated on the scenic north shore of the Solway coast, RSPB Mersehead Reserve is an extensive wetland and saltmarsh area and haven for breeding waders, wintering waterfowl and year-round bird and wildlife-watching.
Mabie Farm Park
Type
Type
Wildlife, Safari Parks & Zoos
Gradings
- 4 Visitor Attraction
Dumfries
Telephone:
+44 (1387) 259666Mabie Farm Park offers over 5,000 square feet of indoor play area and represents a fantastic day out for the whole family.
Glenwhan Gardens
Type
Type
Parks & Gardens
Gradings
- 4 Garden
Stranraer
Telephone:
+44 (1581) 400222Glenwhan has been cultivated over two decades from bog, rushes and gorse to win accolades as one of the best new gardens of recent times.
Dalscone Farm Fun
Type
Type
Wildlife, Safari Parks & Zoos
Gradings
- 4 Visitor Attraction
Dumfries
Telephone:
+44 (1387) 254445With its fantastic purpose-built indoor play area for children up to 11 plus its excellent cafe, Dalscone Farm Fun offers a fun-packed day for all the family.
The Museum Newton Stewart
Type
Type
Museums
Newton Stewart
Telephone:
+44 (1671) 402472Uncover the fascinating natural and social history of Galloway at the Museum Newton Stewart Museum, housed in the former St. John’s Church.
Drumlanrig Castle
Type
Type
Castles
Gradings
- 5 Castle
Thornhill
Telephone:
+44 (1848) 331555Explore the vast estate and enchanting interior of one of Scotland’s finest stately homes. The magnificent 17th century Drumlanrig Castle boasts over 40 acres of beautiful maintained gardens and offers a range of of activities for the whole family.
Harbour Cottage Gallery
Type
Type
Galleries
Kirkcudbright
Telephone:
+44 (1557) 330073Situated in the picturesque fishing town of Kirkcudbright, the Harbour Cottage Gallery is a converted 18th century building showcasing the work of local artists.
Stranraer 19th Century Harbour
Type
Type
Historic Sites
Stranraer
Telephone:
+44 (1776) 705088Take a walk through the Stanraer 19th Century Harbour, where the original pier survives today.
Elmlea Plants
Type
Type
Parks & Gardens
Newton Stewart
Telephone:
+44 (1671) 402514This family-run nursery in charming Old Minnigaff specialises in herbaceous perennials and grasses.
Ellisland Farm
Type
Type
Historic Buildings & Homes
Gradings
- 3 Visitor Attraction
Dumfries
Telephone:
+44 (1387) 740426Explore the former home of Robert Burns, which today it is one of the leading visitor attractions in Dumfries dedicated to Scotland's national poet.
Morton Castle
Type
Type
Castles
Nr Thornhill
Telephone:
+44 (131) 6688800Once a stronghold of the Douglases, Morton Castle is a fine late 13th-century hall house.
The Old Bridge House Museum
Type
Type
Museums
Gradings
- 3 Museum
Dumfries
Telephone:
+44 (1387) 256904Built into the sandstone of the bridge itself in 1660, Dumfries' oldest house is now a museum of everyday life in the town.
Churchyard Of St Kentigern
Type
Type
Historic Sites
Lockerbie
Telephone:
+44 (1576) 300244Explore the atmospheric Churchyard of St Kentigern, famous for its 8th and 9th century sculptures and connections with St Mungo, founder of Glasgow.
Knowetop Lochs
Type
Type
Nature Centres & Reserves
Castle Douglas
Telephone:
+44 (131) 3127765This small but diverse upland reserve - known locally as the Lowes Lochs - boasts a wealth of wildlife.
Dumfries & Galloway Aviation Museum
Type
Type
Museums
Gradings
- 3 Visitor Attraction
Dumfries
Telephone:
+44 (1387) 251623Based around the original control tower of the former RAF Dumfries, the museum houses a fascinating collection of aircraft and flight memorabilia.
Torhouse Stone Circle
Type
Type
Monuments & Ruins
Nr Wigtown
Telephone:
+44 (131) 6888800Discover the mystical Torhouse Stone Circle near Wigtown, also known as the Standing Stones of Torhouse.
Mull Of Galloway Lighthouse
Type
Type
Historic Buildings & Homes
Mull of Galloway Exhibition, Drummore
Telephone:
+44 (1776) 840554Climb the 114 steps of Scotland’s most southerly lighthouse for some of the best view s in south west Scotland, and explore the lighthouse exhibition.
