Things to Do in Ayrshire This Weekend with Kids

Explore a sandy North Shore beach with stunning Firth of Clyde views, perfect for swimming, paddling, and dog-friendly seaside walks.

Explore Ayrshire's popular sandy beach with stunning views of Ailsa Craig, a working harbour, and family-friendly facilities including a children's play area.

Enjoy a scenic coastal destination with sandy shores, free access, and family-friendly facilities including food options and pushchair accessibility.

Enjoy a wide sandy beach with stunning views across the Firth of Clyde and towards Arran, perfect for families seeking seaside outdoor fun.

Explore a scenic sandy beach with children's play areas, picnic spots, and gentle slopes perfect for families seeking coastal adventure near Ayr.

Explore over 100 hectares of woodland, wetland and grassland teeming with wildlife including deer, foxes, birds of prey and amphibians.

Explore woodland trails, scenic parkland, and a peaceful pond within Culzean Castle & Country Park's expansive grounds.

Explore a woodland memorial garden featuring artistic wood carvings and peaceful walking trails through natural scenery.

Explore a historic Scottish castle set within extensive country park grounds, featuring beautiful gardens, woodland walks, and a woodland café.

Explore a stunning clifftop castle with extensive country park grounds, gardens, and family-friendly amenities including a kitchen café and pushchair access.

Explore mature woodlands, ornamental gardens and artistic sculptures across this beautiful 1968 public estate with free museums and galleries.

Explore stunning seasonal gardens and peaceful walking areas in this beautifully maintained park featuring a walled garden perfect for families.

Explore lovely gardens and children's play areas in this scenic Largs park with upcoming enhancements.

Experience guided alpaca trekking through the scenic Ayrshire countryside, with options for Meet & Greet sessions and alpaca party packages for families.

Explore art exhibitions and cultural collections at this heritage library and gallery combined in a historic Kilmarnock building.

Explore a dramatic volcanic plug steeped in Scottish history, with panoramic 360-degree views and Bronze Age carvings on its summit.

Watch aircraft take off and land from this popular plane spotting location near Prestwick Airport with free parking and relaxed atmosphere.

Enjoy public swimming facilities in New Cumnock with highly-rated pools perfect for family swimming and recreation.