What to do in Dumfries and Galloway

Activities, attractions and tours

A river with a weir, a stone bridge, and historic buildings in the background.
A historic castle ruin surrounded by lush greenery and a calm lake.
A waterfall in a lush green valley with ferns and rocky terrain.
A historic castle with a large tower and ruins, surrounded by a moat and lush green grass.
A historic castle with a large central tower, a moat, and surrounding walls.

Things to do

Galloway: Canyoning Adventure Experience

Galloway: Canyoning Adventure Experience

CA $128
per adult
Galloway: Canyoning Adventure Experience
Galloway White Water Tubing Adventure

Dumfries White Water Tubing Adventure

CA $121
per adult
Dumfries White Water Tubing Adventure
Private Family Bird of Prey Experience in Carlisle

Private Family Bird of Prey Experience in Carlisle

CA $180
per traveller
Private Family Bird of Prey Experience in Carlisle
Full day Private Tour of the Isle of Man with experienced qualified driver guide

Full day Private Tour of the Isle of Man with experienced qualified driver guide

CA $779
per traveller
Full day Private Tour of the Isle of Man with experienced qualified driver guide
Isle of Man Wildlife & Scenic Driver Guided Adventure - Full Day

Isle of Man Wildlife & Scenic Driver Guided Adventure - Full Day

CA $779
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Isle of Man Wildlife & Scenic Driver Guided Adventure - Full Day
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Drumlanrig Castle

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After visiting Drumlanrig Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Thornhill. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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Day trip destinations from Dumfries and Galloway

A stone bridge over a river with a sunset sky.

Ayr

A historic castle with a moat and lush greenery.
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Dumfries

A snow-covered landscape with a winding road, a forested area, and distant fields.

Hawick

A river flowing through a forested area with a stone building on the left.

Lanark

A coastal landscape with a winding road, a body of water, and a sunset.

Stranraer

A historic church with Gothic architecture, surrounded by stone walls and trees.

Carlisle

A starry night sky over a hilly landscape with a visible Milky Way.

Beattock

A grassy field with trees and a lake in the background.

Castle Douglas

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