ThingsToDoRiver & historic crossing / STIRLING
Stirling Old Bridge
Walk across the stone arches of the Old Bridge for a short encounter with the River Forth and Stirling’s strategic geography. The surviving bridge is later than Wallace’s 1297 battle, so enjoy it as an historic crossing near the battlefield rather than the bridge on which that battle was fought. It works as a brief outing from the lower city or a pause on a longer walk towards Causewayhead.
Keep the river stop short if the weather is poor. The bridge is shared by pedestrians and cyclists, and a crossing is enough without committing to a long riverbank walk.
The practical details
- Where to find it
- River Forth, between Bridgehaugh Road and Laurencecroft Road
Directions and arrival information ↗ - Tickets and booking
- Free to visit with no timed ticket. Follow local signs or any temporary restrictions, especially after severe weather. The castle and monument are separate paid attractions, and the river stop itself has no indoor shelter.
- Access and getting around
- The bridge is pedestrian and cycle-only. Historic paving and the rise over the arches need consideration. Check a suitable approach for your mobility needs and plan a toilet stop in the city before setting out.
Official access information ↗ - Visiting with children
- Watch for cycles and supervise children near the river. Looking at the arches from the approach and crossing slowly can be a more manageable history stop than another ticketed building. Keep balls and running games for the park.
Practical information checked 14 September 2026. Confirm anything essential to your visit with the venue.
Make it part of your day
Allow 20–40 minutes, plus approach for the visit, plus travel and breaks. This is a suggested planning allowance; opening times, access and availability may affect your plans.
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