The National Wallace Monument, finished in 1869 after eight years' construction, sits importantly on the Abbey Craig two miles north of the city of Stirling.

There is a display about Sir William Wallace and about the construction of the Monument in the entrance foyer of the Monument.

At the top of the Monument, there are charming views. The Monument has four levels above the ground floor, with Level 4 being The Crown or the top. The first 71 steps up to Level 1 bring you to a display telling the story of the life of Wallace and of the Battle of Stirling Bridge. Also on display is what is said to be the 700 year old Wallace sword, some 5 feet 4 inches long. 64 more steps, there is Level 2 and the Hall of Heroes. Here are displayed marble statues of notable Scotsmen, the result of a worldwide appeal by the custodians in 1885. An audio-visual display pays tribute to the heroes and heroines of the twentieth century. 62 steps further lead to Level 3 and the Diorama which is an illustration of the geographical layout surrounding the monument marked with important local landmarks and various historical battlefields.

Open all year, The National Wallace Monument is packed with fascinating exhibits and displays William Wallace.

Address:
Stirlingshire
Scotland
FK9 5LF

Phone: 01786 472140