We toured a number of castles in Scotland and all of them were worthwhile and had something to recommend them but Stirling Castle is among the best. I walked into the castle and said, "Now, this is what a castle should look like!" It suited my Hollywood-inspired ideals of dimension and grandeure more than any other.

We visited in a downpour and the grounds would have been more appealing and the views more impressive on a clear day but the lowering skies and running water in the gutters somehow added to the atmosphere of this ancient edifice.

One is allowed into most areas of the castle. I found the kitchens to be especially informative and enjoyed the displays in the lower levels as well. Even in the rain, the gardens and the battlements were worth getting soaked to see.

Stirling Castle is one I hope to visit again in fairer weather but I don't regret this visit a bit!

I loved Stirling Castle. The walk from the train station was a bit rough since it is all up hill - but i survived.

The castle is amazing. The audio guide is informative and very interesting. The Palace will be stunning once the renovations are done. I enjoyed the tapestry centre and spent quite a bit of time there chatting with one of the workers.

The castle is currently being renovated and there are no exhibits on show. Full entry fee is still being charged. I expect the castle would be very interesting if there were artefacts from the ages but unfortunately, this is not the case. Inside the chapel and the great hall, the interior seems to be very modern, from the new ceiling and lighting, to the floors and ventilation!! Its a scandal that a historic building can be altered in such ways.

The views of Stirling are breath taking, but not worth the £8.50 per adult entry charge.

The Military Museum in the castle was by far the most interesting experience.

The Castle's best viewed on a fine day, as some of the best parts are the exterior walls and ramparts.

Castle ticket includes entry to Argyll's Lodging at the castle entrance - a totally delightful enchanting Renaissance house not to be missed, small but very appealing. Also next to the Castle are Cowane's Hospital (the Guildhall) and the Holy Rude Church (both free admission and worth a few minute's detour)