Location: Linlithgow
Top Things to do in Linlithgow
What to do and see in Linlithgow, Scotland: The Best Things to do Good for Couples
Linlithgow (/lɪnˈlɪθɡoʊ/; Scottish Gaelic: Gleann Iucha, Scots: Lithgae) is a town in West Lothian, Scotland. It is West Lothian's county town, reflected in the county's alternative name of Linlithgowshire. An ancient town, it lies south of its two most prominent landmarks: Linlithgow Palace and Linlithgow Loch, and north of the Union Canal.
Restaurants in Linlithgow
1. Mary's Meanders
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5.0 based on 321 reviews
Based just outside Edinburgh, we provide guided walking tours of the Royal Burgh of Linlithgow and Outlander filming locations day tours with true fans leading the tours. We provide a fun yet informative day out that all the family can enjoy. We host an Outlander inspired dinner show for groups throughout the summer months. Email us for more details.
2. Kingsfield Golf Centre
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5.0 based on 132 reviews
Kingsfield Golf Centre is home of our top Quality Kingsfield Golf Facilities and our Kingsfield Events activities. We offer Pay as You Play opportunities as well as encouraging Golf Memberships. We organise Corporate Golf and Activity Days, offer PGA Golf Tuition via our 7 on site Golf Professionals, 9 Hole USGA Golf Course,20 Practice Bays, Short Game Area and Ochils 18 Hole Family Putting Green. Our Taylor Made Performance Centre is the only one of its kind in Scotland. Our Kingsfield Events Team provide varied activities including Laser Clay Shooting,Archery,Highland Games, Adventure Golf and Mountain Bike Hire and Trails for groups or Corporate Events. Our Tee Caddie Coffee Shop provides light meals , snacks and light refreshments. Our New Fabulous Golfers Steak Experience combines A Fabulous Kingsfield Golf Experience and A Fabulous Steak Experience Lunch at the nearby Michelin Star Champany Inn with a complimentary miniature of Glengoyne Malt, for just £65. We look forward to your next visit.
Reviewed By FrancesB359 - Linlithgow, United Kingdom
We decided to have lunch at the Tee Caddy Cafe today. We had lovely lentil soup with crusty bread, coffee and an empire biscuit. Most enjoyable and the cheapest in town staff are always so pleasant. It was a pleasure to visit and we will certainly return.
3. St. Michael's Parish Church
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4.5 based on 197 reviews
Reviewed By Margo7850p
It is a historical church, although rebuilt in some parts. A fabulous church with impressive architecture and stained glass windows.The churchyard is worth a look as well. The cemetery is full of headstones worth taking a look at . Even if you come here primarily for the palace, this church adjoining the palace is very beautiful. Definitely worth visiting for just a few minutes.
4. Linlithgow Palace
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4.5 based on 1,409 reviews
Linlithgow Palace is now open and we are delighted to welcome you back. Booking in advance is essential. Find out more and book at restarthistory.scot. The magnificent ruin of a great Royal Palace set in its own park and beside Linlithgow Loch. A favoured residence of the Stewart kings and queens from James I (1406-37) onward. Building work commissioned by James I, III, IV, V and VI can be seen. The great hall and chapel are particularly fine. James V (1512) and Mary Queen of Scots (1542) were both born here. Surfaces inside the Palace are mainly stone slabs and small cobbles in the courtyard. The ticket office, shop and courtyard are accessible to visitors with disabilities. More mobile visitors should be able to access the first floor which forms the main part of the property. Access is available to Linlithgow Loch and extensive peel (park).
Reviewed By NeilSK - Lincoln, United Kingdom
A key part of Scottish history this beautifully located castle is well worth a proper tour. Although semi-ruined, a huge amount is preserved of this large building, to the point that at times you risk getting lost in it's multi-level labyrith of corridors, stairways, towers and huge rooms. You can always look out onto the lovely courtyard to check where you are though! It is also well worth visiting the church next door and walking down to the lake for impressive views and photographs
5. Beecraigs Country Park
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4.5 based on 311 reviews
Reviewed By pennyr6763 - North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
We stayed here for a night as we travelled round the outlander film locations. Such a nice friendly, clean site, well looked after, deer & Highland cattle etc to see there, lovely walks in the forest or for cycling. Enjoyed our stay, staff very friendly and helpful.
6. Linlithgow Canal Centre
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4.5 based on 176 reviews
Linlithgow Canal Centre is run entirely by unpaid volunteers. Boat Trips, Canal Museum, Tea Room, Charters and Self-drive Boat Hire. A great day out for the family! Located close to Linlithgow railway station. 1:00 to 4:30pm. Open weekends from 31st March until 30 September. Midweek 2nd July to 24th August. Canal Fun day Sunday 19th August from 1pm - 5pm ~ (Cardboard Boat Race starts at 3:00pm)
Reviewed By Claire906
We went on one of the volunteer-run trips out to the Avon Aqueduct and back - at £10pp including tea/coffee and biscuits, this is wonderful, relaxing and high value for money trip. The volunteers are knowledgeable and engaging - answered all our questions and pointed out particularly beautiful and interesting sights. There were all ages on our boat (the tiny kids were well behaved, but it is, perhaps, quite a long sit in one place for the under 5s), and I know some of the older travellers appreciated the loo on board!
7. Blackness Castle
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4.5 based on 808 reviews
Blackness Castle is now open and we are delighted to welcome you back. Booking in advance is essential. Find out more and book at restarthistory.scot. Built in the 15th century and massively strengthened in the 16th century as an artillery fortress, Blackness Castle has been a royal castle, prison, armaments depot and film location for Hamlet and the BBC production of Ivanhoe. Blackness Castle is often referred to as ‘the ship that never sailed’ due to its great stone ship appearance. From the castle you can enjoy breathtaking views of the Firth of Forth and Fife.
Reviewed By juliedZ1845MO - Elsenham, United Kingdom
We visited here to pass some time before our flight home and it was totally worth it. It's not complete, there are steps that can be a bit steep if you aren't so fit and a big section is in thearea that's up a rocky section, they could really do with putting steps in here. That said the views are stunning, the history is fascinating and overall it's well worth a visit.
8. The House of the Binns
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4.5 based on 89 reviews
About The House of the Binns Set in beautifully landscaped parkland overlooking the River Forth, this fascinating laird’s house near Linlithgow has been the home of the Dalyells for 400 years. The present house was built in 1612 by Thomas Dalyell, an Edinburgh merchant who made his fortune at the court of King James VI and I in London. Thomas’s son, General Tam Dalyell, formed the legendary regiment of Royal Scots Greys. There are many mementos of him in the house, as well as colourful legends about his dealings with the Devil to discover. A warm welcome awaits visitors at the home of the Dalyells, with rooms rich in family history and personality. The house is open from June - September. The grounds are open year round from 9am-7.30pm.
Reviewed By JF1959 - Larkhall, United Kingdom
Wonderful house, full of charm and history. With some of the family still residing on the property, hours of entry are limited. Tours of the property are by guide only and the best way to be informed of the history of the house and its residents. The Dalyell family have lived in the house for over 400 years and from General Tam Dalyell and his card game with the Devil in the 1600's, to Labour MP Tam Dalyell who sadly passed away earlier this year, there is a wealth of history contained within its walls. It is also worth taking a walk in the grounds and to the Tower for views overlooking the River Forth and surrounding countryside.
9. Linlithgow Loch
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4.5 based on 143 reviews
Linlithgow Loch Short Stays -Only a stone's throw from Linlithgow Loch - 2nd Level 3 Bed Apartment with great views to the Loch and the Palace. Just a few hundred metres ( less than a 5 minute walk! ) from the Train Station and close to all restaurants , take aways and pubs. Very modern spacious apartment - with Flat screen TV and Broadband/ Internet Access. 3 Bedrooms with 3 double beds, Living Room with sofas , Bathroom and Kitchen - all very modern.
Reviewed By paullegate - St Ives, United Kingdom
Linlithgow Loch is a large expanse of water which is bounded by Linlithgow Town centre to the south and M9 motorway on its northern banks. The Loch is very peaceful and when I visited in September 2020 there was hardly anyone around, there were more swans to be seen than people. It is possible to walk around the full perimeter of the Loch but I had a stroll around the southern banks when I visited which was pleasant and relaxing. Linlithgow Loch is place that is definitely worth exploring when in West Lothian.
