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Historical Ayr: A Self Guided Walking Tour
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1 h 10 min – 2 h 20 min
Free cancellation
Private tour
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About this activity
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!
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1 h 10 min – 2 h 20 min
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Your group only
- People per booking
- 1–15
- Audio guide
- English
- Written guide
- English
- Operated by
- VoiceMap Audio Tours
Ages: Adults (6–99 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
- Included: The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
- Included: Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Included: Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Included: Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Not included
- Not included: Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Itinerary
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Carnegie Public Library
Passing by
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.
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Stop 2
Passing by
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.
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Stop 3
Passing by
The iconic medieval bridge over the River Ayr, immortalized by Robert Burns, stands as a symbol of the town’s ancient roots and connection to Scotland’s national bard.
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Auld Kirk Of Ayr
Passing by
One of Ayr’s oldest religious sites, the Auld Kirk, has witnessed countless events in the town's history, including witch trials and revolutionary sermons.
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Stop 5
Passing by
Explore the bustling heart of the town, Ayr High Street, which blends modern commerce with centuries-old architecture and tales of market days gone by.
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Stop 6
Passing by
Discover the remnants of the fortress built by Oliver Cromwell's troops, a symbol of the town's strategic importance during the English Civil War.
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Stop 7
Passing by
The lone survivor of a once grand monastery, St John's Tower stands as a silent witness to Ayr's religious and architectural transformations.
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Stop 8
Passing by
Learn about the prestigious history of Ayr Academy, an educational institution that has shaped the minds of the town's youth for generations.
Meeting point and pickup
Everyone meets at the meeting point.
Meeting point
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Our tour starts at Carnegie Library at 12 Main Street. This is within walking distance of the town centre and is well signposted throughout the town.
End point
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The tour ends at Loudon Hall.
Using your ticket
VOICEMAP CODE
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Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour.
This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.
DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS
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1. Once you've received your code, please follow these steps:
2. Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app
3. Create an account
4. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes
5. Enter your code then select Download Now
PLEASE NOTE
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You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.
This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.
When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.
Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.
SUPPORT
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For technical support and other queries, please email [email protected]
Cancellation
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| If you cancel | You get back |
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| At least one day before | 100% |
| Less than a day before | 0% |
Good to know
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Please bring your own smartphone and headphones
Traveller ratings
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