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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 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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Fife Five food experiences of a lifetime

If you’re looking for unforgettable food experiences to wow, then you’ve come to the right place. Fife has a feast of flavours to tantalise those taste buds. It’s all about the time, the place, the food and the people. Here’s five Fife food experiences that you should try at least once in your lifetime! From eating delicious steak in a barn made from potato boxes to Michelin starred dining and award-winning cheese and ice cream, Fife is definitely one for the foodie bucket list.

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Fife Five things you can only do in Fife

Want the inside track and some tips on things to see and do when visiting Fife… that you can only do in Fife? You’ll be surprised at what this region offers from historic bridges, to strange stones and big fish! Intrigued?

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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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