Whithorn Priory and Museum

About Whithorn Priory and Museum

Temporary restrictions are in place to the internal crypt and Lady Chapel areas.

As one of Scotland’s earliest Christian sites, it brought travellers, traders, pilgrims and royalty to Whithorn for more than 1,000 years.

The priory built here in the 1100s for Premonstratensian monks later became the cathedral church of Galloway. Little of the priory survives today, but you can still follow the route taken by medieval pilgrims to visit St Ninian’s shrine at the east end of the church.

See faith carved out in stone in the Whithorn Priory Museum – on display are intricately carved stones, including towering crosses, and look out for the Latinus Stone – Scotland’s earliest Christian monument that can also be seen in the museum.

* The Museum and Priory are free for Historic Scotland members and no booking is required to visit. Members receive a 20% discount for the Whithorn Story Exhibition, guided tour and digital experience.

Price
Adult - £7.50
Concession - £6.00
Child - £4.50
Family (1 adult, 2 children) - £15.00
Family (2 adults, 2 children) - £21.50
Family (2 adults, 3 children) - £25.50

HS member (adult) - £4.80
HS member (concession) - £3.80
HS member (child) - £2.90