From historical castles to the beautiful countryside, there’s so much to see and do that one short stay will never be enough!

Burns National Park & Robert Burns Birthplace Museum - Alloway, South Ayrshire
Burns Cottage, birthplace of Robert Burns, was built in 1757 by the poet’s father, William Burness. Burns Monument, a Grecian temple dedicated to the memory of Burns, offers visitors unrivalled views of ‘the land of Burns’.

The Robert Burns Birthplace Museum offers visitors a chance to experience the rich heritage of Burns within the environment that inspired his imagination. Supported by modern visitor facilities and easily accessible by road and public transport, the park is an ideal destination for young and old alike.

Dean Castle County Park - Kilmarnock, East Ayrshire
A major visitor attractions in the centre of Kilmarnock, it features major arms, armour and musical instrument collection and provides an interactive and memorable visit. The castle is set within the country park and is supported by a lively event programme.

Dumfries House - Cumnock, East Ayrshire
Dumfries House is one of Britain’s most beautiful stately homes and best kept heritage secrets. Built by the Adams Brothers between 1754 and 1759 for the 5th Earl of Dumfries, the house has a world renowned collection of Chippendale and 18th century Scottish furniture. Acclaimed as one of the UK’s most authentic heritage homes. With its sumptuous interiors and magnificent furnishings, all set in two thousand acres of land, there is something to delight and enchant visitors of all ages.

Culzean Castle & County Park - Maybole, South Ayrshire
Romantic 18th-century castle perched on a rocky promontory with superb panoramic views over the Firth of Clyde, situated in approximately 600 acres of woodland and formal gardens, and boasting three miles of varied coastline.

Attractions include enchanting Victorian walled garden with newly restored vinery, wildlife garden, herb garden, children’s adventure playground, swan pond, deer park, camellia house and gas house exhibition. The Castle Armoury is home to one of the most important collections of arms in existence. Fully licensed self-service Home Farm restaurant, Old Stables Coffee House (by the Castle) and Swan Pond refreshment kiosk.

House of Burns - Kirkoswald, South Ayrshire
Immersed in history and offering excellent Scottish hospitality, The House of Burns is a great venue for groups to relax and enjoy some of the best foods and wines available in Ayrshire. Visitors can reach out and touch the history of Rabbie Burns and his connections to the quaint Scottish village of Kirkoswald at the nearby Souter Johnnies Cottage. House of Burns has a traditional inn, tearoom, gift shop, food hall and an artisan patisserie

Scottish Maritime Mueum - Irvine, North Ayrshire
Celebrating Scotland’s influence on maritime history from the 18th century to the modern day, the Scottish Maritime Museum contains exhibitions and collection that tell the story of that great maritime tradition. The building itself is part of that history and is complemented by a collection of vessels that represent 150 years of working vessels in Scotland. Visits can be arranged, including special tours outside normal working hours at any of our sites. Limited disable access

Rozelle House & Maclaurin Gardens - Ayr, South Ayrshire
Rozelle House is a major display venue, currently showing the significant collection, Tam O' Shanter, a series of 54 paintings, by Alexander Goudie. There are also a number of art workshops and classes held at Rozelle which are open to people of all abilities. Bookings for workshops must be done through reception at Rozelle House before attending.

Rozelle House is home to the Ayrshire Yeomanry museum, Rozelle Craft House and Rozelle Coffee Shop. All 3 of these are open to the public during normal opening hours for Rozelle House and the Maclaurin Galleries.

Brodick Castle & Country Park - Isle of Arran, North Ayrshire
Brodick Castle and Country Park is unique in being the only island country park in Britain. The Castle offers 600 years of history, a fabulous collection of valuable artefacts, and stunning views over Brodick Bay to the Ayrshire Coast. The Castle Gardens provide an unrivalled experience from the formal walled garden to its woodland walks.

Kelburn Country Park
The castle, dating back to the 13th century, and still lived in by the present Earl and his family, is open to the public in July and August and provides an impressive background to exotic gardens, famous trees and many features of historical interest. The Kelburn Glen with its waterfalls and deep gorges is regarded as one of Scotland's most beautiful woodlands and leads to spectacular views over the islands of the Firth of Clyde.

Heads of Ayr Farm Park
At Heads of Ayr Farm Park - whatever the weather - you'll find plenty to see and do, with activities for all ages. We've almost 50 different types of animal, each with its own particular charm. Meet them, touch them, and feed them! And you could play all day at our farm park. It's packed with fantastic activities like indoor and outdoor play areas, an aerial runway, thrilling ringo sledging, tunnel land and the combine castle.

Vikingar Largs
Located in the beautiful coastal resort of Largs in Ayrshire, and be enthralled by the saga of the Vikings in Scotland. In the capable hands of our costumed story tellers, experience the Viking adventure first hand as you are guided through 500 years of history, shown a Viking Longhouse and taken to meet the Viking Gods and Valkyries in Valhalla, as Viking history is brought to life in the 'Viking Experience'. Then take your seat for an amazing 5-screen film presentation following one Viking family through generations of turmoil, battle and adventure until the Battle of Largs in 1263. Finally, enter the Viking Hall of Knowledge where multi-media technology and other learning aids continue the 'Saga of the Vikings in Scotland'.

Pirate Pete’s Indoor Soft Play
The centre is housed in and around The Pavilion, Ayr. The four corner minarets give a theme of the zany, seaside fantasy to this outstanding listed B building. The balusters, flanking the entrance forecourt, came from the original New Bridge 1787. It really is a building steeped in history.

The activity centre has been established since 2004. There is plenty to see and do whatever the weather. We have Scotland’s biggest indoor adventure play, Scotland’s first mini championship putting course and a traditional seafront tearoom and kids outdoor fun park.

Eglinton Country Park
Spring, summer, autumn and winter, the beauty of Eglinton Country Park is on your doorstep. Eglinton Country Park gives you the space and freedom to enjoy a wide range of pursuits. There are tranquil country pursuits, walking, horse riding, fishing on the lochside or simply watching the world go by. Or there's a full programme of organized events run by our Countryside Rangers right through the year. Eglinton Country Park is situated within the historic boroughs of Kilwinning and Irvine and was developed around the ancient Eglinton Estate, home for 600 years to the Earls of Eglinton and Winton.

Auchenharvie Leisure Centre - Saltcoats
The Centre boasts a recently refurbished ice rink and 25 m swimming pool with the addition of a kid’s pool for those smaller children, located only 15 minutes from the hotel.

Waterfront Lesiure Complex - Greenock
The Waterfront Leisure Complex is ideal to get away from it all. Come along and enjoy a great day out with the whole family. A leisure centre with a unique combination of water and ice with everything from a 25 metre training pool to a tropical wave pool and ice disco. Only 50 minutes from the hotel, enjoy a family day out with a relaxing coastal drive through Largs and Gourock.

Irvine Burns Musuem - Irvine
In 1781 Robert Burns worked in Irvine. In Irvine Captain Richard Brown encouraged Burns to publish his verse. The published poet was born!

In 1826, two friends of Robert Burns, with ten others, founded Irvine Burns Club, which, in 1962, opened the Irvine Burns & Burgh Museum, at 'Wellwood', in Irvine, Ayrshire, Scotland - open four times weekly from April to September, and weekly on Saturdays during the winte