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
Image of Belleisle Clubhouse with trees surrounding.

Belleisle Golf Course Café/Bar

If you’re for a breakfast roll before your round of golf or a meal and a drink on our sunny...
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Coffee with whipped cream and chocolate sprinkles.

The Cafe Victoria

Nestled in the heart of Ayr, a charming coastal town, The Cafe Victoria has emerged as the newest hotspot for...
Ayr
Hot plates inside Mr Basrai’s World Cuisines

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...
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Shop front of The Remedy Cafe.

The Remedy Cafe

The Remedy Cafe is located in the Seafield area of Ayr, South Ayrshire. With a relaxed feel in keeping with...
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Narture Artisan Café

Narture’s acclaimed Artisan Café and award-winning Sourdough Bakery, are currently the core income generators of the social enterprise. The bakery...
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A fresh salad with cheese and fruit

The Jockey Club Restaurant at Western House Hotel

The Jockey Club Restaurant at Western House Hotel offers superb food prepared by our team of top chefs. Ingredients are...

Stay

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Small garden seating area.

The Secret Garden Apartment

The Secret Garden Apartment is a delightful spacious 2-bedroom self-catering apartment in the heart of Ayr, close to the sea...
Ayr
Sandstone mansion house

Inverdon

Hi, we’re David and Tia and we’re offering our 2/3 bed former home Inverdon for vacation / holiday rentals in...
Ayr
Static caravans

Crofthead Holiday Park

Crofthead Holiday Park is a family owned and run treasure hidden in the beautiful Ayrshire countryside yet only a mere...
Ayr
Exterior of woodcroft cottage

Woodcroft Holiday Cottages

Woodcroft Holiday Cottages is a group of well-selected properties that are very comfortable for people who wish a shorter stay...
Ayr
stylish livingroom with sofas a fireplace

No 7 Barns Terrace

No 7 Barns Terrace provides luxury self catering accommodation in the bustling town of Ayr in South West Scotland. It...
Ayr
Brick exterior with Juliette balcony

Doonbank Cottage

Whether you’re looking for a one night business stopover, a couple of nights to attend a wedding at the Brig...

Things To Do

Ayr
Two ladies are giving a couples massage to a male and female who are lying on massage table smiling.

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...
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Title says Green Health South Ayrshire with pictures of trees, birds, flowers, butterflies and hedgehogs.

Green Health Calendar South Ayrshire

Green Health is about supporting a healthy lifestyle by integrating nature into your day. Simple activities connecting you with nature...
Ayr
Gift in Photos shop exterior.

Gifts in Photos

Gifts in Photos is a family-run business based in Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland.  At Gifts in Photos our aim is to provide first-class service for all our...
Ayr
A picture of Greenan Castle.

Craicin Tours Ltd

Craicin Tours Ltd is a tour company based in Ayrshire/Glasgow. We can accommodate up to 16 guests per tour on...
Ayr
A group of the TMG Piping company standing smiling with their insturments.

TMG Piping

TMG Piping is a Bagpipe Entertainment Service for all the important events in your life! The Reel Thing!
Ayr
Photographic image on a recliner chair in a treatment room.

Lady A Clinic Ltd

Lady A Clinic Ltd is a beauty and aesthetics clinic based in the heart of Ayr . Providing advanced beauty...

What's On

Ayr
snow near a winter Farmers Market.
First Saturday of the month
9am - 2pm

Ayrshire Farmers Market

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Coastal Artisans
First Saturday of the month
10am - 4pm

Coastal Artisans at The Cutty-Sark Centre

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A painting of flowers and shells.
2 March - 16 June 2024
See listing for opening times
Free

William Gillies: Modernism and Nation

Ayr
Wellington School Centenary Exhibition. A collage of artwork.
5 - 18 March 2024
Free

Wellington School Centenary Exhibition

Ayr
Beautiful colourful wild flowers. Earth Hour 60 logo.
Saturday 16 and 23 March 2024
10am - 4pm
Free

Celebrate Earth Hour at Rozelle House Museum and Galleries

Ayr
A photograph of the cast of The Chicago Blues Brothers on stage.
Thursdsay 21 March 2024
7.30pm
22 to £30

Chicago Blues Brothers

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