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All the United Kingdom Scotland Falkirk

The Atlas Obscura Guide To Falkirk

4 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Falkirk, Scotland

Updated June 30, 2020

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Falkirk Wheel

Falkirk, Scotland

Falkirk Wheel

Old-fashioned knowledge and modern engineering create the world's only rotating boatlift.
Torwood Blue Pool

Falkirk, Scotland

Torwood Blue Pool

The mystery of this small, brick pond eluded its possibly only investigator until his death.

Bo’ness, Scotland

Hippodrome Cinema

This vintage gem is one of the oldest surviving purpose-built movie palaces in Scotland.
The mausoleum with surrounding trees

Falkirk, Scotland

Forbes Mausoleum

This abandoned mausoleum from 1815 sits deep within the forest surrounding Callendar House.
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The Kelpies.

Grangemouth, Scotland

The Kelpies

The heads of two giant mythological water horses honor Scotland's horselord past.
1 mile from Falkirk

Dunmore, Scotland

The Dunmore Pineapple House

A giant pineapple, a symbol of hospitality, and an amazing vacation rental option.
5 miles from Falkirk
The vault door stands open

Dunmore, Scotland

Elphinstone Tower

Built in the 16th century, the tower is now in ruins.
5 miles from Falkirk
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