Location: Dunfermline
Top Things to do in Dunfermline
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Dunfermline (/dʌnˈfɜːrmlɪn/ ( listen); Scots: Dunfaurlin, Scottish Gaelic: Dùn Phàrlain) is a town and former Royal Burgh, and parish, in Fife, Scotland, on high ground 3 miles (5 km) from the northern shore of the Firth of Forth. The 2011 census recorded the town's population at 49,706, however figures released in 2012 estimate Dunfermline's population as 50,380, making it the largest locality in Fife and the tenth largest in Scotland.
Restaurants in Dunfermline
1. Craigluscar Activities
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 93 reviews
Reviewed By alisonmc18 - Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Craigluscar Activities in Dunfermline, Fife. Bought teenage kids Clay Pigeon shooting vouchers for Xmas. Their dad paid for himself on the day (credit cards accepted). Beautiful location despite the cold! Instructor, John, was engaging, patient and chatty. Very friendly atmosphere. Free tea and coffee to keep out the chill was much appreciated. Each of the three shooters got 25 shots (five at each of the three traps plus a practice shot) plus an extra five shots each at the end. Whole event lasted just over an hour and cost £35 per head.. All three are keen to go back again. Would highly recommend this activity to everyone. The perfect Xmas present! Wrap up warm if you go in the Winter although they do provide waterproof clothing on site as well as all the appropriate safety gear.
2. Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 342 reviews
Come along and discover the original birthplace cottage of Andrew Carnegie (1835-1919). Find out how Andrew, born a weaver’s son in Dunfermline, emigrated to America and became the richest man in the world, and one of the most generous philanthropists of all time. The Memorial Hall adjoining the cottage tells the story of Andrew Carnegie’s lasting legacy which includes internationally renowned landmarks such as the Carnegie Hall in New York, the Peace Palace in The Hague, over 2,800 public libraries around the globe, Mount Wilson Observatory in California, and, of course, the Diplodocus carnegii dinosaur.
Reviewed By alexn67
Found this hidden gem while visiting Dunfermline abbey. Very informative museum reflecting the life of Andrew Carnegie. Great staff as well! Thank you for advising my wife on buying the proper Carnegie biography - she managed to finish the whole thing during our holidays and has become an expert on steel production in the process ;-)
3. Dunfermline Abbey and Palace
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 627 reviews
Dunfermline Abbey Nave is now open and we are delighted to welcome you back. Booking in advance is essential. Find out more and book at restarthistory.scot. Please note the palace remains closed at this time. Admire one of Scotland's most impressive medieval interiors and most important royal sites, founded as a priory in about 1080. Robert the Bruce was buried in the medieval choir, now beneath the Abbey church of 1821. St Margaret and David I are among a number of monarchs and other royalty laid to rest here. Charles I was born in the palace that grew up alongside the abbey.
Reviewed By N9346YImariah
We were very impressed by this place went not expecting too much as we know the palace was a ruin however the historic Scotland staff member really brought it to life. His knowledge and direction were superb. My daughter was given a quiz which kept her engaged while we were exploring. The nave of the abbey was beautiful, disappointing the the actual abbey was closed for winter so we were unable to visit the resting place of king Robert the Bruce we will definitely try and take a trip back at some point. There is a small museum just next to the abbey which is also worth a visit free entry and has a lovely tea room. Thumbs up from us!
4. Knockhill Racing Circuit
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 353 reviews
Reviewed By kylemaitland123
What a day I’ve had today, such a great experience and sure is one I’ll remember All COVID-19 rules were handled very well and lots of hygiene measures in place. Would 100% recommend people to do the fast and furious GTR as this was for sure my favourite and the staff member I had (Kevin) for it done an excellent job and even got a fair few extra laps out of me.
5. Scottish Vintage Bus Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 126 reviews
Reviewed By 910shaunr
this is a gem of a museum hidden away in the Fife countryside,buses dating from your childhood to present day,just having a seat inside the buses you saw and used from childhood to being teenager,brings back so many forgotten memories,well worth a visit
6. Pittencrieff Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 737 reviews
Reviewed By berglas71 - Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom
The trees are now taking on their autumn colours, great photo opportunities, there is plenty of open and wooded areas for dogs to run about, there is a play area next to the main carpark( free to park but it is patrolled by parking attendants so remember to put your blue badge up in disabled bays and stay out of the coach bays if in a car) there is more parking available down at the pavilion where you will find a cafe and toilets. Outside to the left of the cafe are more public toilets and further on the museum and a heated hothouse full of tropical plants and fish. To the left of the public toilets walk under the stone bridge to get to the Glen (where there are the most squirrels waiting to be fed). Beware of the bridge in the Glen the walls either side aren't very tall and the drop on either side is very high.
7. Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 142 reviews
Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries (DCL&G) offers a new museum, gallery spaces, cafe, shop and reading rooms all adjoining the world's first Carnegie Library now reopened to the public. Edinburgh Architecture Association Building of the Year. Full dates of festive holidays and planned maintenance closure for Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries are as follows: Monday 25th – Wednesday 27th December (Christmas holiday) Monday 1st – Wednesday 3rd January (New Year holiday) Monday 8th – Friday 12th January (planned maintenance)
Reviewed By iainm169
A beautiful melding of the old and the new: traditional wooden bookcases in the old library building meets fantastically clever and original new galleries. A superb piece of modern architecture making the most of the available space whilst capitalising upon the stunning views from on high. Very interesting items beautifully displayed. What a shame the old Abbott's House Museum next door is no more....
8. Alhambra Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 174 reviews
Reviewed By theoraclesboy - Fort William, United Kingdom
Fantastic venue for this act,at this time of year, very popular with locals and visitors from all over. Strongly advise any fans to give it a bash, they wont be let down.
9. Townhill Country Park
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4.0 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By derekmX8398UA - Dunfermline, United Kingdom
A wet Sunday so we took the dogs and headed for Townhill Country Park. What a lovely walk round the lake and a bit of fun watching the water skiiers. It was a wet day, but the Park was still a fun and great place to be. I would recommend it to anyone. The walking is easy for all ages, you cannot get lost and there is a large car park and a cafe.
10. Rosyth Parish Church
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 6 reviews
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