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Robert Burns Statue
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Robert Burns Statue

Visit the Robert Burns Statue in Dumfries to see its Italian marble carving and poetry excerpts, then explore nearby sites linked to the poet.

The Robert Burns Statue stands at Burns Statue Square on Dumfries High Street, honouring Scotland’s national poet. Look closely at the Italian marble carving and the excerpts from Burns’s poetry on the plinth. It makes a brief stop for a closer look or a photo, and you can pair it with other Burns-related sites in Dumfries, including Robert Burns House and his grave.

Other Burns sites in Dumfries

Robert Burns Statue
Robert Burns Statue

The statue can be part of a wider visit to places connected with Burns in Dumfries. Robert Burns House and the poet’s grave are among the nearby sites to add to your route.

FAQ

Where is the Robert Burns Statue?

It is at Burns Statue Square on Dumfries High Street.

What is the statue made of?

The statue is carved from Italian marble.

What can you see on the plinth?

It includes excerpts from Robert Burns’s poetry.

What other Burns sites can you visit in Dumfries?

You can combine the statue with Robert Burns House and Burns’s grave.

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