Family Adventures – Explore local attractions on the west coast of Scotland
| Trump Turnberry Resort is located on the south west Ayrshire coast is the perfect base for a family holiday. With its unspoilt sandy beach sheltered by grassy dunes, outstanding local attractions with family friendly facilities and entertainment for all ages, the west coast of Scotland is one of the UK’s most magnificent coastal destinations. Explore a variety of options below: |
| Culzean Castle | ||
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| Culzean Castle and Country Park is the perfect place for a family day out, it makes an ideal destination for families interested in walking, enjoying the historic gardens, or simply enjoy taking in the history of Culzean while enjoying a picnic. Further information available at culzeanexperience.org | |
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| Heads of Ayr Farm Park | ||
 | Whatever the weather, you’ll find plenty to see and do at Heads of Ayr Farm Park. There are activities for all ages. There are almost 50 different types of animal, each with its own particular charm. Meet them, touch them, feed them! Further information available at headsofayrfarmpark.co.uk | |
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| Burns National Heritage Park | ||
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| Robert Burns Birthplace Museum offers a insight into Scotland’s favourite son. This museum established at the famous Burns Cottage where the poet was born and includes the historic landmarks where Burns set his world renowned work. The elegant monument and gardens created in his honour is also located at the museum. Further information available at burnsmuseum.org.uk | |
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| Pirate Petes | ||
 | With four decks of slopes and slides, climbs and tubes, Pirate Pete’s is a treasure trove of attractions to put your pirating skills to the ultimate test. There are ball lagoons; soft bouncers; aerial runways; even a spiral slide, for you to spin your dizzy way from top to bottom of the main mast. Further information available at piratepetes.co.uk | |
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| Dean Castle Country Park | ||
 | Dean castle country park, is made up of over 200 acres offering an untouched playground for all the family to enjoy. The country park is nestled in the heart of Kilmarnock and offers something for kids and adults alike. Dean castle provides woodland walks, adventure playground, pets corner, visitor centre, tearoom, shop and a 14th century castle displaying a collection of historic weapons, armour and musical instruments. Further information available at deancastle.com | |
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| Galloway Forest Park | ||
 | The Galloway Forest Park has something for all the family so if you want to walk, cycle or drive through the woods, shoot or fish or just relax in our tearooms, the park is the place for you! Further information available at forestry.gov.uk/gallowayforestpark | |
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| McKechnie Institute | ||
 | The McKechnie Institute offers visitors a collection of memorabilia from the local area, ranging from Ailsa Craig, local trade, fishing, social activities and travel. There are often displays of items from the McKechnie Institute collection in conjunction with temporary exhibitions. | |
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| Scottish Maritime Museum | ||
 | Scotland’s influence on the maritime history of the world from the eighteenth century to the modern day has been enormous and out of all proportion to the size of the country. The Scottish Maritime Museum details the history and tradition of Scotland’s Seafaring men and women. Further information at scottishmaritimemuseum.org/index.php | |
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| Ayr Racecourse | ||
 | Ayr Racecourse, the premier Racecourse in Scotland and home to the Scottish Grand National and Ayr Gold Cup Festivals. Further information available at ayr-racecourse.co.uk | |
