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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  1. Logan Botanic Garden

    Type

    Type

    Parks & Gardens

    Logan Botanic Garden

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    Gradings

    • 4 Garden
    4 Garden

    Port Logan, Nr Stranraer

    Telephone:

    +44 (1776) 860231

    Logan Botanic Garden lies at the south-western tip of Scotland and is unrivalled as the country's most exotic garden.

  2. Threave Castle

    Type

    Type

    Castles

    Threave Castle

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    Gradings

    • 4 Castle
    4 Castle

    Castle Douglas

    Telephone:

    +44 (7711) 223101

    Situated on an island in the middle of the River Dee, this formidable castle is only reachable by boat.

  3. Kirkconnell Flow

    Type

    Type

    Nature Centres & Reserves

    Kirkconnell Flow

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    Telephone:

    01387 770275

    This National Nature Reserve is a classic example of an ancient raised bog and is one of the most threatened habitats in the world.

  4. Knowetop Lochs

    Type

    Type

    Nature Centres & Reserves

    Knowetop Lochs

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    Castle Douglas

    Telephone:

    +44 (131) 3127765

    This small but diverse upland reserve - known locally as the Lowes Lochs - boasts a wealth of wildlife.

  5. Newtonairds Lodge Hostas & Garden

    Type

    Type

    Parks & Gardens

    An overview of the garden from the bank

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    Dumfries

    Telephone:

    +44 (1387) 820 203

    The garden at Newtonairds is a beautiful setting for the National Collection of Hosta plantaginea hybrids and cultivars, all of which have fragrant flowers.

  6. Lochmaben Castle

    Type

    Type

    Castles

    Lochmaben Castle

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    Nr Lockerbie

    Telephone:

    +44 (131) 6688800

    Lochmaben's magnificent ruins are a fine example of a 14th-century Z-plan Scottish tower house.

  7. Creetown Heritage Museum

    Type

    Type

    Museums

    Creetown Heritage Museum

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    Gradings

    • 3 Visitor Attraction
    3 Visitor Attraction

    Creetown, Newton Stewart

    Telephone:

    +44 (1671) 820471

    Get a fascinating insight into over 150 years of Creetown's history through a large collection of photographs, artefacts, audio and video presentations and hands-on activities.

  8. The Clog And Shoe Workshop

    Type

    Type

    Arts & Crafts

    The Clog And Shoe Workshop

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    Gradings

    • 3 Visitor Attraction
    3 Visitor Attraction

    Castle Douglas

    Telephone:

    +44 (1644) 420465

    Discover traditional clog and shoemaking at this fascinating workshop and be measured for your own shoes or clogs of your own choice of style , colour or colours, finish and type of soling. Or find a pair from stock.

  9. Chapel Finian

    Type

    Type

    Churches, Cathedrals & Abbeys

    Chapel Finian

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    Port William

    Telephone:

    +44 (131) 6688800

    Situated 5 miles north west of Port William, the remains of this small chapel are thought to date back to the 10th century.

  10. Castle Douglas Art Gallery

    Type

    Type

    Galleries

    Castle Douglas Art Gallery

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    Castle Douglas

    Telephone:

    +44 (1557) 331643

    Gifted to the town by a local artist in 1938, this excellent venue plays host to fine art, craft and photography exhibitions throughout the year.

  11. Harbour Cottage Gallery

    Type

    Type

    Galleries

    Harbour Cottage Gallery

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    Kirkcudbright

    Telephone:

    +44 (1557) 330073

    Situated in the picturesque fishing town of Kirkcudbright, the Harbour Cottage Gallery is a converted 18th century building showcasing the work of local artists.

  12. Carstramon Wood

    Type

    Type

    Nature Centres & Reserves

    Carstramon Wood

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    Gatehouse Of Fleet

    Telephone:

    +44 (131) 3127765

    This ancient deciduous woodland is a Site of Special Scientific Interest, a Special Area of Conservation and a treasure trove of natural wonders.

  13. The Clan Armstrong Centre

    Type

    Type

    Museums

    The Clan Armstrong Centre

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    Gradings

    • Awaiting Grading
    Awaiting Grading

    Canonbie

    Telephone:

    +44 (1387) 371876

    The Clan Armstrong Centre features the largest Clan Armstrong library high up in Gilnockie Tower.

  14. Dalscone Farm Fun

    Type

    Type

    Wildlife, Safari Parks & Zoos

    Dalscone Farm Fun

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    Gradings

    • 4 Visitor Attraction
    4 Visitor Attraction

    Dumfries

    Telephone:

    +44 (1387) 254445

    With 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.

  15. The Robert Burns Centre Film Theatre

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    Dumfries

    Telephone:

    +44 (1387) 253374

    This arthouse cinema shows a wide variety of films in a fantastic setting in the heart of Dumfries.

  16. Stranraer 19th Century Harbour

    Type

    Type

    Historic Sites

    Stranraer 19th Century Harbour

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    Stranraer

    Telephone:

    +44 (1776) 705088

    Take a walk through the Stanraer 19th Century Harbour, where the original pier survives today.

  17. Torhouse Stone Circle

    Type

    Type

    Monuments & Ruins

    Torhouse Stone Circle

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    Nr Wigtown

    Telephone:

    +44 (131) 6888800

    Discover the mystical Torhouse Stone Circle near Wigtown, also known as the Standing Stones of Torhouse.

  18. Innermessan Mote

    Type

    Type

    Monuments & Ruins

    Innermessan Mote

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    Stranraer

    Telephone:

    +44 (1776) 705088

    Built in the 12th century by Norman Kings, Innermessan Mote rises above 30 feet and boasts a mesmerising history.

  19. The Museum Newton Stewart

    Type

    Type

    Museums

    The Museum Newton Stewart

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    Newton Stewart

    Telephone:

    +44 (1671) 402472

    Uncover the fascinating natural and social history of Galloway at the Museum Newton Stewart Museum, housed in the former St. John’s Church.

  20. Claymoddie Garden

    Type

    Type

    Parks & Gardens

    Claymoddie Garden

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    Newton Stewart

    Telephone:

    01988 500422

    Claymoddie Garden is a romantic garden with a backdrop of mature trees designed by the owner, an enthusiastic plantsman, and developed over the past 40 years.

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