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There's plenty to do in Dunfermline and South West Fife. We've got some top tips for places to visit and things to do from one of our local tourism businesses.

Dunfermline Abbey & Heritage Quarter

Dunfermline is steeped in history and what better place to start than Dunfermline Abbey, burial place of Kings and Queens including Robert the Bruce.

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Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum

Dunfermline's fastest growing visitor experience, discover how Andrew Carnegie became the richest man in the world and father of modern philanthropy

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Shopping at Kingsgate

With all your favourite shops under one roof, why not enjoy an afternoon of retail therapy.

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Pittencrieff Park

Explore Pittencrieff Park, or 'The Glen' as it's more commonly known by local people, is a 76 acre park of huge historical and cultural significance to Dunfermline.

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Alhambra Theatre

Why not take in a show at the Alhambra Theatre, an elegant 1920s theatre and arts venue staging drama, music, comedy and kids' shows.

Fife Five amazing places to experience art

It would be pants not to experience some of the hottest art venues in Fife. Why not take the train and follow the Artline to Fife, make some stained glass pants (not to wear obviously!), meet talented artists and craft makers and witness incredible craftsmanship up close as works of art are created.

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The Wild Fife Five to spot

Heard of the Famous Five? Well here’s Fife’s wildlife famous five for you to spot throughout the seasons on land, sea and on the skyline when you’re out and about. Comical puffins on the Isle of May, soaring sea eagles and colourful dragonflies. Look out in autumn for scurrying squirrels on the red squirrel trail in Devilla Forest and cute seals along the Tentsmuir shoreline.

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Cycling the Fife Coast

Keen cyclist and Sustainability Researcher James Bonner took a 3 day cycle around the Fife coast, taking in some of its natural and cultural attractions.

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Fife Five history hot spots

Visit the places where history left its mark! Immerse yourself in ancient tales of people and places. Follow in the footsteps of royal history, experience the favourite places of Mary Queen of Scots and journey pilgrims’ travels. Be inspired by Outlander, see medieval masterpieces and don’t forget to share your historic tales.

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