Alloa Tower at a glance
Alloa Tower is a medieval tower house built by the Erskine family. The National Trust for Scotland, which runs it, dates the tower to the 14th century. In the 18th century John Erskine, 6th Earl of Mar, had the interiors remodelled. The Erskine family history also connects the tower to the Jacobite rising of 1715.
The tower stands in the town centre, so it works as a short stop between trains or as the start of a day around Clackmannanshire. Individual visitors can turn up without booking. The tower opens on four days a week from spring to the end of October and then shuts for the winter.
Alloa Tower opening times
The tower is open on fixed days. Bad weather can close it at short notice, so check before you travel.
| Period | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 3 April to 31 October | Friday to Monday | 12:00–16:00, last entry 15:00 |
| 3 April to 31 October | Tuesday to Thursday | Closed |
| 1 November to 28 February 2027 | All days | Closed |
Because the tower is only open four afternoons a week, build it into a Friday to Monday plan. If you are in the area on a Tuesday to Thursday, Castle Campbell or Stirling Castle tickets are better choices. For the days Alloa Tower is shut, a Scotland day tour from Glasgow or Edinburgh also covers the Stirling area.
Tours and day trips from Alloa and Stirling
Castles, the Kelpies and more around central Scotland, with live prices and availability.
Alloa Tower tickets and prices
Prices for 2026. They can change during the year.
| Ticket | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult | £9.50 |
| Concession | £8.50 |
| Child | £5.50 |
| Family | £26.50 |
| One-parent family | £18 |
| Young Scot | £1 |
| National Trust for Scotland members | Free |
You do not need to book for an individual visit. Groups should arrange a guided visit in advance. For most solo travellers and couples the adult or concession ticket is the right one. If you travel with children, compare the family ticket with the single prices before you pay.
Access and parking
The ground floor is accessible by wheelchair. Above it there are stairs, so plan for that if anyone in your group finds steps hard. Assistance dogs are allowed in the building. National Trust for Scotland members park for free, and accessible parking at the entrance is arranged in advance with the staff.
A tree-lined avenue and a car park lead to the tower from the town. If you drive, the A907 runs through Alloa.
Getting to Alloa Tower by train and bus
Alloa Station has direct ScotRail trains to Stirling, about 8 minutes on average, and a direct service to Glasgow Queen Street, about 45 minutes on average. Return fares to Stirling start at £4.70 and return fares from Glasgow Queen Street start at £11.70. These are starting prices, not a standard single price. Bus 51 links Stirling and Alloa via Tullibody.
Coming from an airport takes a change of transport. Our page on getting to Alloa from Edinburgh and Glasgow airports explains each leg.
A Friday to Monday plan
The tower opens at midday, so the morning is free. A simple day: take the train to Stirling, which takes about 8 minutes on average, and see the castle, which opens at 9:30. Return to Alloa by train and reach the tower between 12:00 and 15:00, since last entry is at 15:00. On a summer weekend you can also fit the Dumyat walk from the Ochil Hills page into the morning and the tower into the afternoon.
More to see in and near Alloa
Fill the rest of the day.
Speirs Centre
On Primrose Place, it houses the local family history centre and gives access to the community archive.
Kilncraigs
The former wool mill of John Paton, Son and Co. was founded in 1814. Stone and roof repairs run from June to December 2026.
Gartmorn Dam
A former mining reservoir, now a country park and nature reserve. The water is cold and deep, so stay out of it.
Stirling
The castle, Old Town and Old Bridge are one short train ride away. See Stirling.
Alloa Tower: frequently asked questions
Is Alloa Tower open in winter?
No. The tower is closed from 1 November to 28 February 2027. During the open season it is open Friday to Monday only.
Do I need to book Alloa Tower?
Individual visitors can come without a booking. Groups should arrange their guided visit in advance.
How much does Alloa Tower cost?
In 2026 an adult ticket is £9.50, a concession £8.50 and a child ticket £5.50. A family ticket is £26.50 and a one-parent family ticket £18. Young Scot holders pay £1, and National Trust for Scotland members enter free.
Is Alloa Tower accessible?
The ground floor is accessible by wheelchair. The upper floors are reached by stairs. Assistance dogs are allowed in the building.
How long should I plan for a visit?
The tower is open 12:00–16:00 with last entry at 15:00, so plan to arrive in the early afternoon. Combine it with a walk around town or a train to Stirling.
Is alloa.org run by the National Trust for Scotland?
No. This is an independent travel guide with no link to the National Trust for Scotland, the council or any tour operator.