Mar's Wark
What to expect on your visit
Mar’s Wark is the striking stone façade of a once-grand 16th‑century Renaissance townhouse, built by the Earl of Mar on the route to Stirling Castle.
Opening times and prices
Mar's Wark is free to visit and open year-round. Only the frontage survives, so there is no interior to visit. The decorative carvings, statues and heraldic details can be seen.
You can see inside another of Stirling's magnificent townhouses by taking a guided tour of Argyll's Lodging.
How to get here
Located at the head of Castle Wynd near Stirling Castle.
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Journey planners
Search for National Cycle Network routes on the National Wheel Cycle Trust website.
Plan your journey by public transport using Traveline Scotland.
Address
Castle Wynd
Stirling
National Grid reference:
NS 792 936
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