Magnificent! Couldn't have asked for a better wedding! My new hubby works in the hospitality…read moreindustry so he's a tough sell. He had nothing but rave reviews. If you're staying in the castle, Ian is perfection! Our entire group of 8 absolutely adored him. The kids said he was 'cool' and he was our go-to man if we had any requests or inquiries.

The perfect family day out. With it being a national trust property the admission prices are a bit…read morespendy, we used Tesco Clubcard voucher exchange to bring the cost down. But even if we had paid £25 (just for the grounds) it would have been money well spent. Having brought the puppy we decided not to bother with paying the extra to go into the castle and to be honest even without the dog we wouldn't have had time to do everything. This place is huge. The grounds are perfection, the coast on one side and woodlands on the other with spectacular ornamental gardens, swan lakes and quirky wee buildings like the ice house, pagoda, etc. As per usual our first stop was for something to eat and we were really impressed with the offering from the courtyard cafe. Firstly that there were outside tables so that we could eat without running the gauntlet of leaving the dog in the car free to munch on the upholstery. There was plenty of family entertainment on offer, watching g throw his food around and suppress squeals of terror in the face of wasp attacks. The food was good, basic but hearty sandwiches, baked potatoes and tasty tray bakes. Smudge adored the newly opened adventure playground and it was the perfect way to finish off a brilliant day out. It also meant that both girls were sufficiently knackered to sleep all the way back home meaning that g and I got a chance to actually exhale and savour a great day out.

Nothing short of perfect. A testament to the rich history that is Scotland. It is so magnificent…read moreboth inside and out that words simply cannot describe the splendour of this castle. The castle overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and on a clear and sunny day like today you can see the Isle of Arran! Aye - a truly magestic place which we will ne'er forget!

Truly one remarkable location…read more I got tired of hearing myself say "wow" over every thing. But it was all I could say. We stayed in a wonderful room overlooking the water. My favorite part is the beach (path is slightly hidden) just to the north. Keep a sharp eye out for washed up jelly fish. But the rocks and shells create a virtual painting of nature. We had high tea, and it was such a living fantasy. Great memories.

It's small, it's a ruin and there's not a lot to see but it is pretty cool that you can just park…read moreup nearby in Kennedy Park. A steel walkway and steps have been built inside the castle and you can go up to the top and check out the view. Also, entry is free unlike many attractions. Check out the stone labyrinth nearby too.

Built in 1833 to replace the previous structure in which Sir William Wallace is said to have been…read moreimprisoned for setting fire to a barn with 500 English soldiers inside. This is a Neo-Gothic clock tower, 113 ft high, with a statue of William Wallace carved in the facade. Interesting to visit and in the High Street so easily accessible.

This is very interesting to visit - I came upon it by accident when walking around the harbour…read morearea. This ruin is part of the citadel built in the 17th century on the orders of Oliver Cromwell. The round turret overlooking the street and harbour was constructed in the 19th century by John Miller and is known as Miller's Folly. When Miller returned from India he acquired the Citadel and actually lived inside. It's less than a mile from the town and worth seeing if you're interested in history.

These spectacular Italianate buildings (splendid both inside and out) were finished in 1886 and the…read morebeautiful Victoria Tower (75m in height) can be seen dominating the skyline from many parts of the town. Unfortunately, the Municipal Buildings remain uncompleted to this day as a local man, Robert Cowan, refused to sell his business in front of the tower. As a result, the shop was inserted into one corner but was destroyed during a bombing raid in 1941, leaving the unusual effect still seen today. The bricks are different to the rest and this area has become known as 'Cowan's Corner'. These days the Municipal Buildings include the Town Hall and various Council offices. There are a few parking spaces nearby but it's very difficult to find a space. However, there is a large public car park only about 5 minutes walk away.

Picturesque Bridge over the River Doon in Alloway on the west coast. Built in the mid 1400's. The…read moreline of the cobblestones were laid down in a crooked manner in the belief that this pattern would stop Witches from crossing. A lot of other pretty photo spots in this small village.

I agree with the previous reviewer wholeheartedly. Ross Priory is one of the most overlooked…read morebuildings in Scotland. It is absolutely incredible. A must for visitors to Glasgow. Even the drink prices at the bar are reasonable. The only problem is, the priory is not anywhere near a train station. So you bring your car or get a train to Balloch then a taxi.

Beautiful architecture, a perfect setting, and several guest rooms make this a sublime wedding…read morevenue on Loch Lomond.

St John's Tower is all that remains of a church built around sometime in the late 12 century. It is…read morethe oldest building in Ayr. The tower was an add on around the fifteenth century and has five areas that you can reach by a spiral staircase. (ground floor, bell chamber, and three rooms)This church was dedicated to St John the Baptist, the patron saint of Ayr. The history behind the long life of this tower is very interesting and can be accessed through their website.

I'm a bit conflicted on this. I came here with a group of US students. For them, the Burns museum…read morewas a bust- even after I tried to prepare them. For Scottish children- and maybe young Scottish children- it might be wonderful. For American teens, not so much. I loved it- but I'm an adult and I love Burns' poetry. So it was a great treat for me. There's a little tram you can ride if you have a disability that gets you between the home/museum and the visitor center/cafe/shop. I really, really, liked the visitors center- the food was great, the museum had lovely items, and there are playgrounds out back- perfect for picnics and walks. My teens did like that! And there are maps out there for you, so you don't get lost. The gardens all around are sheer gorgeous. And of course you MUST walk to Brig O'Doon- which is beautiful. My students, of course, had to climb down by the bank and got into something like nettles- so don't let your kids loose near the bank (for many reasons, not the least of which is nettles). Honestly, I didn't expect them to go off the path, but more fool me! Take lots of pictures and maybe read Tam O'Shanter before your visit. We had a guide trying to recite it to our kids while we were there, and that didn't work too well. Read it before hand.

Lovely spot for a stroll around the gardens behind the museum cafe, and then down through the…read moremonument gardens to the famous Brig O'Doon. Loved climbing up into the monument itself for a brilliant view and a lovely spot for a photo opportunity. Well heck the whole place is just one big photo opportunity including the bridge obviously, but also the Auld Kirk where the ghostly tale of Tam O'Shanter is famously set. Best way to experience the place is to park up at the museum (or Burns Cottage) and plan a circular route taking in the poet's path between the museum and Burns Cottage and include the Auld Kirk, monument gardens and brig. There's a big map outside the museum so its easy to figure out. The route is mainly flat and easy to navigate. The Bridge is cobbled and can be a bit slippery. The museum part itself requires an entry fee or National Trust membership. Its small and very engaging but incredibly dark which might not suit everyone especially those with visual challenges. The gardens, cafe and gift shop are accessible to all whether or not you have bought a ticket to the museum. The cafe offers haggis neeps and tatties, including a vegetarian version which is totally yum! Free and charged-for events throughout the year. Check their facebook or website for info. Tip: If you go to the rear of the Brig O'Doon Hotel, open the gate and head down into their gardens you get to walk along the river and get another iconic photo opportunity. Public access is allowed.