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What to do and see in Ayr, Scotland: The Best Monuments & Statues
Discover the best top things to do in Ayr, United Kingdom including Wallace and Burns Cairn, Robert Burns Statue, Burns Monument and Gardens, Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, The Wallace Tower.
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1. Wallace and Burns Cairn
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By Rossergruffydd - Glasgow, United Kingdom
William Wallace hod in Leglen Woods and a relative from nearby Auchencruive assisted him. Robert Burns came to the woods to pay tribute to Wallace. The cairn is approached through wrought iron gates and steeps stone steps - beware of the slippy leaves. The Oswald Bridge stands nearby and the views are of the River Ayr - look out for the White Egrets. A good place for walks along the country lanes although parking isn't all that easy.
2. Robert Burns Statue
3. Burns Monument and Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 346 reviews
Reviewed By hairdy - Preston, United Kingdom
After visiting the museum, Burns Cottage and Auld Kirk I love to spend a few hours just walking around, down to Brigadoon, then go up inside the monument to appreciate the views. When quiet this place is so peaceful, lots of benches to just sit and enjoy the views, beauty and peace of this special place
4. Robert Burns Birthplace Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,058 reviews
Birthplace of poet Robert Burns.
Reviewed By svenskmum - Glasgow, United Kingdom
although we stay a 45 minute drive away, this was our first visit. This is a National Trust for Scotland property and I must say, very modern, bright, informative and the staff very friendly and helpful. The cafe was excellent, good home made products with prices cheaper than many other cafe in the area. The museum was very interesting with lots to see about our Rabbie. Then of course you can walk over to the Auld Kirk, Rabbie's birthplace, the monument and the Brig O' Doon. (the bridge over the river, not the hotel)you can spend an excellent few hours seeing and more than likely realising that Robert Burns contributed a lot more to our Scottish heritage than we knew. Even on a wet day it is a place to go to. There is also a children's outside play area when the weather is good. Helps the little ones from being too board with culture. The gift shop is well worth a visit. This is certainly a place where we shall visit again soon.
5. The Wallace Tower
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By Scottish-Hidden-Gems - Irvine, United Kingdom
William wallace was imprisoned on this site by the english army but he made a daring escape by burning it down and killing 500 soldiers. This tower was rebuilt as a memorial to william wallace. Very interesting!
