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.
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Churches, Cathedrals & Abbeys
By Dumfries
This splendid red-sandstone ruin of the late 13th century was founded by Lady Devorgilla of Galloway, in memory of her husband Lord John Balliol.
Castles
Castle Douglas
Situated on an island in the middle of the River Dee, this formidable castle is only reachable by boat.
Castles
Thornhill
Explore 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.
Monuments & Ruins
Langholm
Overlooking the town of Langholm, this memorial takes the form of a giant metal open book and is dedicated to the poet Hugh McDiarmid.
Historic Buildings & Homes
Gatehouse Of Fleet
Uncover the history and heritage of Gatehouse and Galloway’s cotton trade at Mill on the Fleet, an 18th century textile mill.
Monuments & Ruins
Nr Dumfries
Thought to date back to around AD 680, this magnificent cross is one of the most famous and elaborate Anglo-Saxon monumental sculptures.
Monuments & Ruins
Nr Wigtown
Discover the mystical Torhouse Stone Circle near Wigtown, also known as the Standing Stones of Torhouse.
Historic Buildings & Homes
Nr Lockerbie
A museum devoted to writer and historian Thomas Carlyle, one of the most influential thinkers in 19th century Britain.
Churches, Cathedrals & Abbeys
Port William
Situated 5 miles north west of Port William, the remains of this small chapel are thought to date back to the 10th century.
Churches, Cathedrals & Abbeys
Newton Stewart
Founded in 1192 by Roland, Earl of Galloway the magnificent ruins of this Cistercian Abbey are some of the best preserved in Scotland.
Nature Centres & Reserves
Drummore, Stranraer
Find out about the local birds and wildlife at the Mull of Galloway RSPB Reserve which is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Monuments & Ruins
Stranraer
Visit Marian Tower and enjoy stunning views from this circular stone tower monument in Leswalt.
Historic Buildings & Homes
Langholm
Holding over 8000 books, from the 18th century to the present, Westerkirk Library is the oldest library still in use in Scotland.
Historic Buildings & Homes
Dumfries
The fully restored water-powered New Abbey Cornmill offers visitors a wonderful insight into Scottish rural life in years gone by.
Exhibitions
Lockerbie
Visit 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.
Historic Buildings & Homes
Mull of Galloway Exhibition, Drummore
Climb 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.
Castles
Gatehouse Of Fleet
A fine example of a Scottish tower-house castle, Cardoness Castle was built in the later 15th century as the fortified residence of the McCullochs.
Castles
Nr Lockerbie
Lochmaben's magnificent ruins are a fine example of a 14th-century Z-plan Scottish tower house.
Castles
Visit this impressive townhouse and discover a 16th century family home.
Monuments & Ruins
Creetown
Explore the site of two remarkably complete Neolithic burial cairns at Cairnholy, south east of Creetown.