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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Dryfesdale Lodge Visitors' Centre Trust
Type
Type
Exhibitions
Lockerbie
Telephone:
+44 (1576) 205962Visit this tribute to the community of Lockerbie at the Dryfesdale Lodge Visitor’s Centre, situated by the Lockerbie Air Disaster Memorial and Garden of Remembrance.
Bruce's Stone
Type
Type
Historic Sites
New Galloway
Telephone:
+44 (1721) 722502Head to Moss Rapploch and admire Bruce’s Stone, a granite boulder commemorating Robert the Bruce’s first victory over the English in 1307.
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.
Kirkconnell Flow
Type
Type
Nature Centres & Reserves
Telephone:
01387 770275This National Nature Reserve is a classic example of an ancient raised bog and is one of the most threatened habitats in the world.
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.
RSPB Wood of Cree Reserve
Type
Type
Nature Centres & Reserves
Newton Stewart
Telephone:
01988 402130For a woodland walk, it's great place to visit. In spring & summer, the wood fills with a carpet of bluebells, other flowers and birdsong while red squirrels are busy in the trees. Visit the otter platform, where you may luckily see one in the river.
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.
Colliston Park
Type
Type
Parks & Gardens
Dalbeattie
Telephone:
+44 (1556) 612518Colliston Park in Dalbeattie is great for strolling or enjoying a picnic overlooking the boating pond.
Hidden Treasures - Museum of Lead Mining
Type
Type
Museums
Gradings
- 4 Visitor Attraction
Wanlockhead
Telephone:
01659 74387Situated in the heart of Scotland’s highest village at 467 m above sea level, the Museum of Lead Mining is fun for the whole family.
Savings Banks Museum
Type
Type
Museums
Gradings
- 4 Museum
Dumfries
Telephone:
+44 (1387) 870640Discover the history of the savings bank movement as well as the region of Dumfries & Galloway itself at the Savings Banks Museum.
Barstobrick Visitors Centre
Type
Type
Exhibitions
Gradings
- 3 Visitor Attraction
Castle Douglas
Telephone:
01557 820227Welcome to Barstobrick Visitors Centre.
Westerkirk Library
Type
Type
Historic Buildings & Homes
Langholm
Telephone:
+44 (1387) 70287Holding over 8000 books, from the 18th century to the present, Westerkirk Library is the oldest library still in use in Scotland.
McDiarmid Memorial
Type
Type
Monuments & Ruins
Langholm
Telephone:
+44 (1387) 380914Overlooking the town of Langholm, this memorial takes the form of a giant metal open book and is dedicated to the poet Hugh McDiarmid.
Castle Kennedy & Gardens
Type
Type
Parks & Gardens
Gradings
- 4 Garden
Castle Kennedy, Stranraer
Telephone:
+44 (1776) 702024These lavish gardens set in 75 acres of outstanding natural beauty on an isthmus between two lochs were laid out in 1730 around the ruins of Castle Kennedy.
The Globe Inn (Dumfries)
Type
Type
Historic Buildings & Homes
Dumfries
Telephone:
+44 (1387) 252335Whether you are a Robert Burns enthusiast or just fancy a pint and some good food, The Globe Inn is a must visit.
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.
The Dock Park & Castledykes Park Multi Play Area
Type
Type
Parks & Gardens
Dumfries
Telephone:
+44 (1387) 260000The Dock Park is the oldest park in Dumfries and is located on the east bank of the River Nith.
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 Mull of Galloway Reserve
Type
Type
Nature Centres & Reserves
Gradings
- 4 Visitor Attraction
Drummore, Stranraer
Telephone:
+44 (1988) 402130Find out about the local birds and wildlife at the Mull of Galloway RSPB Reserve which is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Repentance Tower
Type
Type
Historic Buildings & Homes
Lockerbie
Telephone:
+44 (1576) 300244Standing on Trailtrow Hill, Repentance Tower formed part of a chain of defense posts which warned against English raiding parties who crossed the border.
