Location: Dumfries
Top Things to do in Dumfries
Top 10 Free Things to do in Dumfries, Scotland
Dumfries (/dʌmˈfriːs/ ( listen) dum-FREESS; possibly from Scottish Gaelic: Dùn Phris) is a market town and former royal burgh within the Dumfries and Galloway council area of Scotland, United Kingdom. It is located near the mouth of the River Nith into the Solway Firth. Dumfries is the traditional county town of the historic county of Dumfriesshire. Dumfries is nicknamed Queen of the South. People from Dumfries are known colloquially as Doonhamers.
Restaurants in Dumfries
1. Savings Banks Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 69 reviews
Reviewed By Fyfebbq - Manchester, United Kingdom
Saw the brown signs on side of the road and decided to look up winter opening hours and visit, we only had few hours spare before meeting friend so times fit perfect the place was brilliant being a bit of a money geek made it even better. However my husband who never got my geek money thing did not want to do but loved it, Kay was so knowledgable explained everything to us and made talk / tour as inclusive as she could get my son who has additional need to touch the money and involving him in conversation and the exhibit, Kay even shown me some anne wrote ledges they were really interesting the place was fab we loved it well worth visit. We also visited the church where the cross rest but to find out about the cross you need to visit the museum. We will be back to visit again thanks for taking the time to show us your passion Kay, sorry that should be doing your job lol which you clearly enjoy ????
2. Cloud 9 Studio Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 16 reviews
Cloud 9 Studio Gallery is an artist led gallery in Dumfries town centre. Owned by artist Julie Hollis the gallery displays her work in 2D and 3D as well as the work of carefully selected local artists and craftspeople. A calm and reflective space, Cloud 9 is open Thursday, Friday and Saturday throughout the year, and on most Tuesdays Wednesdays and with additional opening hours at Christmas.
3. Globe Inn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 42 reviews
National poet Robert Burns' favorite haunt.
Reviewed By johnbrucemullin
My wife and I attended a Burns Supper at the Globe last week and we both agree that it was one of the best evenings we have ever spent in our lives. The food was Michelin star standard and the service was attentive, efficient and, above all, friendly. The entertainment was first rate and the surroundings are unique - The Globe is in a tiny wynd (alley) and is the ancient inn beloved of Robert Burns himself. You can even see lines of poetry he scratched on the windows! The interiors have been lovingly restored, with no expense spared, to make a warm and cosy place where you can enjoy fine dining or just a quiet dram at the bar. The Globe really is the best that Scotland can offer in food, drink and conviviality.
4. Robert Burns House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 196 reviews
The home in which national poet Robert Burns spent his last years.
Reviewed By leburgaud
Called in at Dumfries on the way back home from Edinburgh. Nice walk around the town and saw various attarctions linked with Robert Burns
5. Dumfries Museum and Camera Obscura
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 252 reviews
Reviewed By Craigmil1ar - Glasgow, United Kingdom
I could happily have come back several times to get around to seeing everything in this fantastic, free, museum! We had a very warm welcome, and spent a delightful few hours exploring. Everything from prehistoric to Romans, to Vikings, to victorian mill works. Wondrous artifacts and a fantastic array of historical everyday items. Don't forget to try on the dinosaur costumes or take a crayon rubbing of a fossil!
6. Old Bridge House Museum
7. 7stanes - Mabie
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 100 reviews
Mabie Forest, the original mountain biking venue in the south west of Scotland. Mabie lies just a few miles south of Dumfries and caters for beginners right through to the most expert of riders.
Reviewed By charl061191 - Pickering, United Kingdom
We did the longest trail which was a very varied walk. We got absolutely drenched in a downpour about 1/3 of the way round and didn't see anyone for most of the remainder of our walk. It's a nice place to visit for a walk.
8. Morton Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By Rossergruffydd - Glasgow, United Kingdom
Yes that is a road and it does lead to the castle! A muddy and small car park however it's quiet as the site is hard to find and has no facilities or charges. Castle Morton has a nature trail and a few information boards that are very helpful. The castle is quite substantial and is well preserved with a basic entrance and wonderful views of the large lake that surrounds it. Plenty of wildlife and great elevated views of the historic landscape.
9. Heathhall Garden Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 82 reviews
Reviewed By JOHNTY49
It's unfortunate that you can't leave a review every time you eat out as we've eaten several times in this establishment since my last review and we've never been dissapointed yet. Cov'd 19 guidelines are strictly adhered too and they operate a one way system through the store and the restaurant. The quality of their food is first class along with the service and the price. Most of their products are home made and their afternoon tea for two is well worth every penny, just recommend that you go with an empty stomach as they certainly know how to feed you. Well done to James and all of his staff for doing a great job.
