Private Tour

Historical Ayr: A Self Guided Walking Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

Mobile ticket

On this self-guided walking tour, you'll scrape back the layers to reveal this once-fortified Scottish town's underbelly. Experience the magic of GPS playback on this immersive stroll through historical Ayr.

Hear from Kris, a resident of Ayr since birth, and trace the history of Ayr from a fortress 800 years ago to a county town, royal burgh, garrison, and the administrative centre of Scotland today.

The Ayr you see today is a bustling shopping centre, but if you scrape back just a few layers, you'll discover reminders of years gone by. On this walking tour, you'll travel back in time to explore some of the town's amazing architecture and murky underbelly.

Along the way, you'll hear stories about the town's past and the people that shaped it. You'll learn about the ingenious method devised to thwart body snatchers in the 1800s and the betrayal and torture of Cornelius Anderson.

There's much more than meets the eye on these quaint streets, so get stuck and see what you can find!

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please bring your own smartphone and headphones

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it

The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere

Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour

Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route

What To Expect

Carnegie Public Library

Discover the rich history housed within the walls of the Carnegie Library, a testament to the philanthropy of Andrew Carnegie and a treasure trove of local lore.

Admission Not Applicable

This historic pub offers a glimpse into the social life of Ayr's residents over the centuries. Hear tales of revelry and secrets shared over pints of ale.

Admission Not Applicable

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Historical Ayr: A Self Guided Walking Tour

Reviews

5.00

1 review

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

The perfect way to learn about Ayr.
732shawns,
Sep 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This walking tour was great. Directions were clear, information was outstanding! The walk was not too long or too hard for two old folks. Highly recommend.