Top Attractions
Dunfermline Abbey and Palace
Some of Scotland’s greatest medieval monarchs were laid to rest at Dunfermline Abbey. Founded as a priory, Dunfermline was made an abbey by David I and later became a royal mausoleum.
Abbot House
Abbot House is a beautiful 16thcentury building situated in Dunfermline’s heritage quarter. It’s distinctive pink colour and medieval architecture makes it a real focal point of the historic Maygate area.
Carnegie Library & Galleries
Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries – a new museum, gallery spaces, cafe, shop and reading rooms all adjoining the world’s 1st Carnegie Library.
Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum
Come along and experience life in 19th century Dunfermline and what it was like to emigrate to America with just a few possessions. Discover how Andrew Carnegie became the richest man in the world and father of modern philanthropy
St Margaret’s Cave
Queen Margaret came to the cave to pray over 900 years ago. Then there was only a wooded path by a stream at the bottom of the valley with a short climb up to the small cave.
Pittencrieff Park
With over 750,000 visitors each year, Pittencrieff Park, or ‘The Glen’ as it is more commonly known by local people, is one of Scotland’s most important and popular urban parks.