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About Ayr
Once a bustling market town and international port, the historic town of Ayr is still thriving. It has lots of excellent shops, lively bars, well-run hotels and restaurants, plus a wide range of attractions for the whole family.
Along the wide Victorian esplanade, you’ll find an exciting play park and wide sandy beaches that are just perfect for a leisurely walk, a dip in the sea, or for enjoying a delicious ice cream.
Ayr Racecourse hosts regular meetings, from the Scottish Grand National to the Ayrshire Handicap and Ayr Gold Cup. For golf enthusiasts, you can play at Belleisle, Seafield and Dalmilling courses, or for art and culture, there’s the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, the Maclaurin Art Gallery or new Ayrshire talent at regular exhibitions and creative markets at The Grain Exchange.
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Eat and Drink
Strips N Dips
Strips N Dips is a popular takeaway and delivery restaurant. They specialise in American-style comfort food, offering a diverse menu...
Vegan Earth
Welcome to Vegan Earth, Ayrshire’s pioneering plant-based café where everything on the menu is completely vegan – no need to...
Pizzaioli Ltd
Established in 2022, Pizzaioli are an Authentic Italian Pizzeria based at 37 Sangate, in the heart of Ayr. Our newly...
Belleisle Golf Course Café/Bar
Belleisle Golf Course Café/BarIf you’re for a breakfast roll before your round of golf or a meal and a drink...
The Cafe Victoria
Nestled in the heart of Ayr, a charming coastal town, The Cafe Victoria has emerged as the newest hotspot for...
Mr Basrai’s World Cuisines
Mr Basrai’s World Cuisines serves up a delectable buffet that has a wide array of global cuisines all under one...
Stay
Magical Boltholes
Magical Boltholes, Luxury coastal cottages near Ayr with breathtaking views over the Firth of Clyde to Arran. Boutique, family-friendly and...
Abbotsford Hotel
Under the new ownership in 2023 of Brian Daly, a native of Ayrshire, and Tina Daly from the U.S., the...
The Nook, Ayr - Coorie Doon Stays
Our gorgeous The Nook is a basement apartment in Ayr that has been recently refurbished and is located centrally, off...
The Marine, Ayr - Coorie Doon Stays
The Marine is a spacious 2-bed apartment only a 1-minute walk from the beach. Perfect to get out and have...
Peebles House - Coorie Doon Stays
Peebles House is a bright and airy one bedroom apartment which has been freshly decorated throughout. Comfortably sleeping 2, this...
The Mila, Ayr - Coorie Doon Stays
The Mila is a recently refurbished 3-bedroom house, only 350 yards from Ayr Racecourse. Featuring free private and on-street parking,...
Things To Do
Christine Sadler Unforgettable Jewellery
Ayr’s destination for contemporary jewellery with meaning. Established in 1999, Christine Sadler Unforgettable Jewellery offers a luxury, appointment-only studio experience...
Robbie's Drams Whisky Merchants Ltd
Robbie’s Drams Whisky Merchants is an independently run family business, owned and operated by the Russell family and situated in...
Treasure Trails of the Unexpected
Treasure Trails of the Unexpected is continually expanding its portfolio of affordable treasure hunts throughout the South Ayrshire area, using...
Scot 2B Kilts
Scot 2B Kilts offers a full range of highland wear and accessories, including our renowned £395 full outfit deal.
Dominion
Dominion Ayr is Scotland’s Premier Tabletop Gaming Location with 2500 Square Feet of gaming space boasting (18) 6×4 Tables, Loads...
Astoria Cinema
Merlin Cinemas’ Astoria first opened in 1938. It is the single surviving purpose-built Odeon in Scotland. Designed by Thomas Braddock,...
What's On
Thursday 9 October – Thursday 11 December 2025
4.45pm - 6.45pm
168
Creative Writing for Beginners at Carnegie Library
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10am – 4pm
1 Entry (Accompanied under-16s FREE)
Ayr Antique, Vintage & Collectors Fair
Saturday 6 December 2025
10.30am - 4pm
Free
Christmas Crafts with Moxie Creative Kids
Saturday 6 December 2025 - Wednesday 31 December 2025
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Free
Tiny Tam Rozelle Christmas Mouse
Saturday 6 December 2025 - Sunday 1 March 2026
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Free