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Visit Falkirk for info about tourist attractions, events & things to do in Falkirk & the surrounding area. Some background to the Falkirk area.

Welcome to the Visit Falkirk Tourist Information page. The VisitFalkirk initiative has been developed to promote the Falkirk area to visitors in order to achieve economic growth through tourism. This includes the promotion of Falkirk areas main tourist attractions, major events & festivals in Falkirk & beyond and tourist accommodation throughout the Falkirk area. Visit Falkirk provides a full range of tourist information and ideas of things to do when visiting Falkirk and the surrounding area. The Falkirk area sits at the very heart of Scotland, midway between Edinburgh and Glasgow with excellent motorway and rail links and two international airports close by. Transforming the Scottish landscape are two of the world's most unique attractions:

The Falkirk Wheel
The Kelpies in Helix Park

PLUS The John Muir Way opened in 2014, the Falkirk area has a significant section of this walk. Falkirk also has a great range of further tourist attractions including:

The Historic Callendar House, The Antonine Wall (a World Heritage Site), The Bo'ness & Kinneil Railway, Blackness Castle, Kinneil House plus numerous heritage monuments and family friendly tourist attractions. For information about tourist attractions, events and accommodation in the Falkirk area please visit www.visitfalkirk.com
OR email [email protected]

Please remember if contacting us our office hours are:
Monday to Friday 9 am - 5 pm

The VisitFalkirk initiative is a partnership between the following bodies:

Falkirk Towns
Falkirk Council
Falkirk Community Trust
The Falkirk Wheel
Bo'ness & Kinneil Railway
The Helix

09/10/2026

Still looking for something to do this weekend?? We have something for everyone with brilliant events on across the region!

Choose from:-

πŸš‚ The Steam, Steel, Road and Rail Celebration Events kicked off today at Bo'ness & Kinneil Railway and there is so much on until Sunday, including fish & chips, wh**ky, classic cars and a tornado!!
🍺 Bo'ness Real Ale Festival - Bo'ness Town Hall - BRAAS - Bo’ness Real Ale Appreciation Society
🎢 Motown Brothers Present The Drifters tonight - Grangemouth Town Hall
🎀 Freddie & Queen Experience tomorrow night - Dobbie Hall
πŸ˜‚ Mark Cox: Comedy Gig tonight- Dobbie Hall
🎭 An Afternoon at the Musicals - Grangemouth Town Hall
🎬 Adventure Cinema - Callendar Park starts today and has shows on over the weekend
🎯 Pumpkin Archery Experience - The Falkirk Wheel on Sat & Sun
πŸƒ Jusacardshow: The Scottish Card Convention - Grangemouth Stadium tomorrow

Whatever you get up to, have a great weekend πŸ₯°



Link in comments for more info

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02/10/2026

πŸ‚ Looking for something to do across the region this weekend?

✨ Falkirk Producers Market in the town centre (Sat)
🎭 Creative Coding Workshop and evening performance with Charlie Hooper-Williams in Bo’ness (Sat) Hippodrome Cinema
🏹 Pumpkin Archery at The Falkirk Wheel (Sat & Sun)
🎻 Folk'Ness featuring Malin Lewis at the Barony Theatre (Sat)
πŸ˜‚ Karen Dunbar: Aw Roon the Hooses at Grangemouth Town Hall (Sun)
🎼 Spooktacular Symphonies with Falkirk Tryst Orchestra at Falkirk Trinity Church (Sun)

More information on our website - link in comments

01/10/2026

πŸ“’ Falkirk Council is consulting on a proposed Visitor Levy

Your views matter!

You may have seen that Falkirk Council is considering a Visitor Levy, and we want to hear from residents, visitors, businesses, accommodation providers and community groups. Share your thoughts on whether a visitor levy should be introduced - and how it should operate if approved.

If you’d like to learn more, ask questions, or give feedback in person, come along to a drop in session tonight at Denny Library - everyone is welcome. Drop in, chat with us, and tell us what matters to you.

πŸ‘‰ Find out more about the events and complete the survey online: https://participateplus.falkirk.gov.uk/en-GB/projects/consultation-visitor-levy

Email any questions: [email protected]

πŸ“… Consultation closes on 25 November 2026

27/09/2026

A brilliant night at The Falkirk Wheel and their amazing event. πŸ’–

A celebration of 25 years of the Millenium Link project, the team pulled together and amazing display of light, colour and fun for everyone.

With food, drinks, mini golf, waterzorbing, dancing and more, it's definitely worth a visit if there are still tickets for tonight. Check the official Falkirk Wheel website for any last minute availability.

If you're lucky enough to go, we recommend the nutella donuts 🍩

25/09/2026

πŸŽ‰ What's On This Weekend around the region?

Looking for inspiration this weekend? There's something for everyone across the area!

🎢 Sing along to the hits of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons with New Jersey Boys at Dobbie Hall.

πŸƒ Take on the challenge or cheer from the sidelines at the Kelpies Half Marathon, set against the backdrop of Scotland's iconic horse-head sculptures at The Helix

βš”οΈ Step back in time at the Roman Doors Open Day at Kinneil Estate and discover the fascinating history of this amazing place.

🐾 Little ones can enjoy a special Meet Hey Duggee experience and get up close to everyone's favourite big dog at Bo'ness & Kinneil Railway

🎨 Get creative with inspiring Creative Sessions at Callendar House, perfect for budding artists and makers.

✨ As the darker nights are coming in, experience the magic of Illumin8 at The Falkirk Wheel where light, colour and spectacular displays transform one of Scotland's most iconic landmark.

More information is available in the link in the comments.

Whatever your plans, have a fab weekend πŸ₯°

23/09/2026

πŸ“’ You may have heard that Falkirk Council is consulting on a proposed Visitor Levy Scheme and there are drop‑in events are running throughout the consultation.

The next opportunity to learn more about the visitor levy is tomorrow night, and this time we're in Grangemouth!

If you’d like to learn more, ask questions, or give feedback in person, come along - everyone is welcome. Drop in, chat with us, and tell us what matters to you.

All drop-in events will be held between 4pm and 7pm.

πŸ‘‰ Find out more and complete the survey online: link in comments

Email any questions: [email protected]

πŸ“… Consultation closes on 25 November 2026

Photos from Business Gateway Falkirk's post 22/09/2026

A great event next Tuesday for any local businesses who are interested in joining Falkirk Council, business leaders & partners for a morning of networking, insights on economic growth, investment opportunities & business support.

Details below ⬇

22/09/2026

How fantastic!!

What a great opportunity to visit the Museum of Scottish Railways in Bo'ness and support Scotland's very special railway heritage, whilst having a fab day out πŸš‚πŸš‚πŸš‚

Bo'ness & Kinneil Railway

Following Doors Open Day, we're trying something new.

From 21 September until 31 October, entry to the Museum of Scottish Railways will be FREE as part of a trial.

Come and explore our collections, get closer to locomotives and carriages, and discover the stories behind Scotland's railway heritage.

Whether you've never visited before or haven't been for years, now's the perfect time to come and have a look. πŸ‘€

🎟️ Free entry: 21 September – 31 October

πŸ’› Want to support the Museum? While admission is free, you'll also have the opportunity to tap to donate and help us continue caring for Scotland's railway heritage.

Come and discover the Museum β€” and if you can, help us keep it on track. πŸš‚

πŸ“ Museum of Scottish Railways, Bo'ness

21/09/2026

Last day to vote folks!

Let's support Hippodrome Cinema in becoming the BIFA Cinema of the Year πŸ₯° πŸ‘‡

It is the last day to vote for us for Bifa Cinema of the Year!

Please click on the link in the comments.

Plus you can enter a prize draw* to win a year of free cinema tickets and a drinks hamper, so go on, click the link in the comments and vote for The Hippodrome!

*Prize draw 18+ only and prize is courtesy of BIFA and KIA

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