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Ayrshire & Arran
Ayrshire & Arran sits on the west coast of Scotland. Home to a vibrant island community, charming country towns and sandy shores, discover the region that gave us our National Bard, Robert Burns. Visit attractions connected to the iconic poet, ancient castles and places steeped in Viking heritage.
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Things to do in Ayrshire & Arran
Take a walk along the coast, find out more about our National Bard or taste a drop of whisky and see how it's made.
Castles in Ayrshire & Arran
From spectacular stately mansions to historic ruins and edifices, discover castles in Ayrshire & Arran.
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Beaches in Ayrshire & Arran
Find beautiful beaches in Ayrshire & Arran.
Attractions in Ayrshire & Arran
Explore a fantastic range of attractions in Ayrshire & Arran.
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Low Carbon Days Out
Explore the Galloway and Southern Ayrshire UNESCO Biosphere by public transport with these fantastic visitor guides.
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Arran outdoor adventures
Stunning landscapes or adrenaline pumping adventures, there’s something for everyone.
Inspiration for Ayrshire & Arran breaks
Auchrannie Resort
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Places to stay
Explore a variety of great accommodation options across Ayrshire & Arran. From cosy cottages, self-catering lodges, luxury hotels, and family-run B&Bs, to back-to-nature campsites, exclusive-use venues, glamping pods and more.
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The pools at Glen Rosa with a view of Goat Fell, Isle of Arran
© Barry Dawson / Ayrshire & Arran Tourism Group
Tours, Routes & Trails
From the gentle Burns' Trail to the sweeping River Ayr Way, discover great driving, cycling and walking routes in Ayrshire & Arran.
Unique experiences
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Galloway and Southern Ayrshire Biosphere
Explore the biosphere and discover untouched coastlines and deep woodlands and forests, with a rich diversity of plants and wildlife.
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Robert Burns
Discover Scotland's National Bard, Robert Burns, his colourful life, most famous works, and the ultimate guide to celebrating Burns Night.
Map of Ayrshire & Arran
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Get friendly and helpful advice for your trip at our iCentres.
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How to Travel to Ayrshire & Arran
Getting to Ayrshire & Arran
Driving
You can drive from anywhere in Scotland to Ayrshire. From Glasgow or Edinburgh to Ayrshire the trip takes roughly 1hr and 2hrs, respectively.
Train
You can also travel to Ayrshire by train from across Scotland. From Edinburgh the trip takes roughly 3h30m or just 1h50m from Glasgow.
Ferry
Once you're in Ayrshire, you can catch the Ardrossan to Brodick ferry across to the Isle of Arran.
Getting around Ayrshire & Arran
Driving
If you choose to drive around Arran, there are three main routes you can follow; one circuitous road around the island, The String (B880) across, and the Ross Road (single track).
Cycling
Arran by bike is incredibly scenic and a great way to experience the island. Bike hire is available in Brodick, with e-bikes available for hire too.
Bus and coach
There are 3 bus routes on the Isle of Arran, the 322, 323, and 324, each covering the north, south and middle areas of the island.
What's On in Ayrshire & Arran
Largs Viking Festival
© Ayrshire and Arran Tourism Group
Events
Take a look at some of the latest events and festivals taking place across the region.
Places to eat in Ayrshire & Arran
Isle of Arran Cheese Shop
Food & Drink
Ayrshire & Arran is full of flavour, with fantastic eateries and an abundant natural larder of tasty delights.
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Dundonald Links Golf Course located in the heart of Ayrshire
What is Ayrshire & Arran known for?
Ayrshire is one of the best golf destinations in the world, including three Open Championship venues. The Isle of Arran is also often referred to as 'Scotland in miniature' with everything that makes Scotland iconic on one easy to explore island.
A tip from your local expert
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Kildonan Beach on The Isle of Arran with Ailsa Craig in the distance
The iCentre team have all really enjoyed our outings with Mogabout tours, a fabulous way to explore and enjoy the spectacular scenery that Arran has to offer. Alex knows the island so well and has many stories and interesting information to share.
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Assistant iCentre Manager, Brodick
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