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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Robert Burns House
Type
Type
Museums
Gradings
- 3 Museum
Dumfries
Telephone:
+44 (1387) 255297It was in this house in Dumfries that Robert Burns wrote some of his best known poems.
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 Robert Burns Centre Film Theatre
Type
Type
Cinema
Dumfries
Telephone:
+44 (1387) 253374This arthouse cinema shows a wide variety of films in a fantastic setting in the heart of Dumfries.
McGill Duncan Gallery
Type
Type
Galleries
Castle Douglas
Telephone:
+44 (1556) 502468Showcasing an eclectic selection of paintings from the 19th century to work by contemporary artists, this is a must-visit for any lover of fine art.
Dunskey Gardens
Type
Type
Parks & Gardens
Gradings
- 4 Garden
Portpatrick, Stranraer
Telephone:
+44 (1776) 810211The renovation of the Walled Garden has restored the Dunskey Estate to its original beauty and splendour.
Logan Botanic Garden
Type
Type
Parks & Gardens
Gradings
- 4 Garden
Port Logan, Nr Stranraer
Telephone:
+44 (1776) 860231Logan Botanic Garden lies at the south-western tip of Scotland and is unrivalled as the country's most exotic garden.
Carstramon Wood
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Type
Nature Centres & Reserves
Gatehouse Of Fleet
Telephone:
+44 (131) 3127765This ancient deciduous woodland is a Site of Special Scientific Interest, a Special Area of Conservation and a treasure trove of natural wonders.
Cairnsmore of Fleet
Type
Type
Nature Centres & Reserves
Telephone:
01557 814435Cairnsmore may be one of the wildest places in southwest Scotland but it is surprisingly accessible and is a paradise for walkers.
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.
Sweetheart Abbey
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Type
Churches, Cathedrals & Abbeys
Gradings
- 3 Historic Attraction
By Dumfries
Telephone:
+44 (1387) 850397This splendid red-sandstone ruin of the late 13th century was founded by Lady Devorgilla of Galloway, in memory of her husband Lord John Balliol.
Lochmaben Castle
Type
Type
Castles
Nr Lockerbie
Telephone:
+44 (131) 6688800Lochmaben's magnificent ruins are a fine example of a 14th-century Z-plan Scottish tower house.
The Cocoa Bean Company
Type
Type
Children's Attractions
Gradings
- 4 Visitor Attraction
Twynholm, Kirkcudbright
Telephone:
01557 860608The Cocoabean Company is a family-run chocolate factory where expert chocolatiers make and decorate exquisite treats and you can sample them for yourself.
Annan Museum
Type
Type
Museums
Gradings
- 3 Museum
Annan
Telephone:
+44 (1461) 201384This free museum, archive and exhibition centre tells the fascinating story of 3000 years of Annan's history.
Newtonairds Lodge Hostas & Garden
Type
Type
Parks & Gardens
Dumfries
Telephone:
+44 (1387) 820 203The garden at Newtonairds is a beautiful setting for the National Collection of Hosta plantaginea hybrids and cultivars, all of which have fragrant flowers.
Glenluce Abbey
Type
Type
Churches, Cathedrals & Abbeys
Gradings
- 4 Historic Attraction
Newton Stewart
Telephone:
+44 (1581) 300541Founded in 1192 by Roland, Earl of Galloway the magnificent ruins of this Cistercian Abbey are some of the best preserved in Scotland.
Clience Studio
Type
Type
Galleries
Castle Douglas
Telephone:
+44 (1556) 504318Visit the Clience Studio in the beautiful village of Castle Douglas where you can admire the atmospheric watercolour and oil images of Angela Lawrence.
Kagyu Samye Ling Tibetan Buddhist Monastery
Type
Type
Churches, Cathedrals & Abbeys
Gradings
- 2 Visitor Attraction
Eskdalemuir
Telephone:
+44 (13873) 73232Samye Ling is a large Tibetan Buddhist temple and monastic community located in a quiet rural setting.
Chapel Finian
Type
Type
Churches, Cathedrals & Abbeys
Port William
Telephone:
+44 (131) 6688800Situated 5 miles north west of Port William, the remains of this small chapel are thought to date back to the 10th century.
Barstobrick Visitor Centre
Type
Type
Exhibitions
Gradings
- 3 Visitor Attraction
Castle Douglas
Telephone:
01557 820112Enjoy the very best of Galloway: Eat.Shop. Explore. Cycle. Walk. Ride. Fish. Relax.
Portpatrick - Old Church
Type
Type
Monuments & Ruins
Portpatrick
Telephone:
+44 (1776) 705088Whilst exploring the beautiful village of Portpatrick, stop by the Old Church which is thought to be medieval.
