Ayr

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

Ayr
An overhead shot shows four white square plates with various food items on a speckled gray surface. In the center, a plate holds a classic smash burger with melted cheese and pickles on a bun. To its upper left, another plate features a similar burger, partially visible. On the lower left, a plate presents two wraps with lettuce and sauce, accompanied by a small blue bowl of white dip. The plate on the upper right contains a generous portion of fried chicken strips and curly fries, along with a small blue bowl of golden cheese sauce. The plate on the lower right also has fried chicken and curly fries.

Strips N Dips

Strips N Dips is a popular takeaway and delivery restaurant. They specialise in American-style comfort food, offering a diverse menu...
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Vegan Earth

Welcome to Vegan Earth, Ayrshire’s pioneering plant-based café where everything on the menu is completely vegan – no need to...
Ayr
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Pizzaioli Ltd

Established in 2022, Pizzaioli are an Authentic Italian Pizzeria based at 37 Sangate, in the heart of Ayr. Our newly...
Ayr
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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...
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The Cafe Victoria

Nestled in the heart of Ayr, a charming coastal town, The Cafe Victoria has emerged as the newest hotspot for...
Ayr
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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

Ayr
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Magical Boltholes

Magical Boltholes, Luxury coastal cottages near Ayr with breathtaking views over the Firth of Clyde to Arran. Boutique, family-friendly and...
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Abbotsford Hotel

Under the new ownership in 2023 of Brian Daly, a native of Ayrshire, and Tina Daly from the U.S., the...
Ayr
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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...
Ayr
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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...
Ayr
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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...
Ayr
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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

Ayr
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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...
Ayr
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Scot 2B Kilts

Scot 2B Kilts offers a full range of highland wear and accessories, including our renowned £395 full outfit deal.
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Ayr Citadel Taxis

Ayr Citadel Taxis specialises in offering a professional, reliable, and respectable taxi service throughout Ayrshire. At Ayr Citadel Taxis we promise...
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Dominion

Dominion Ayr is Scotland’s Premier Tabletop Gaming Location with 2500 Square Feet of gaming space boasting (18) 6×4 Tables, Loads...
Ayr
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Astoria Cinema

Merlin Cinemas’ Astoria first opened in 1938. It is the single surviving purpose-built Odeon in Scotland. Designed by Thomas Braddock,...
Ayr
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SiamThai.land - Traditional Thai Massage

I’m an experienced Thai/Scot who has had a passion for Thai massage since a very early age, always giving massages...

What's On

Ayr
Ayr Film Society Logo
Every Thursday from September
Doors open 6.45pm, screenings at 7.15pm
80 Full Price (Concessions and other season passes available)

Ayr Film Society

Ayr
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Monday 1 September - Saturday 13 September 2025
See listing for opening hours
Free

Public Diners Exhibition

Ayr
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Tuesday 2 September - Saturday 27 September 2025
See listing for opening hours
Free

Ayr Guildry: 700th Anniversary 1325 - 2025

Ayr
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8 - 28 September 2025
See listing for opening times
Free

Municipal Masterpieces

Ayr
A promotional poster for 'Rock for Heroes: The Ultimate Rock Anthems.' It features three musicians playing guitars, with their faces obscured. The background is a dark, cloudy sky. The text on the right side of the image reads: 'ROCK FOR HEROES THE ULTIMATE ROCK ANTHEMS GUNS N ROSES, MEATLOAF, BON JOVI, QUEEN AND MANY MORE.
Wednesday 10 September 2025
7.30pm
28 – £34

Rock For Heroes

Ayr
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Thursday 10 – Friday 12 September and Saturday 13 September 2025
2.30pm & 7.30pm
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Doormatters – Through the Decades by Ayr Fort Players

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