What to do and see in Dumfries, Scotland: The Best Tours

We offer guided historic and ancestral tours of South West Scotland and beyond. We plan bespoke personalised tours with clients across half day, full day or multi day tours. We can also plan and prepare an Ancestral Tour where you can walk in the footsteps of your ancestors. We offer a door to door service and can collect you from any airport, train station or hotel. We will provide unforgettable experiences through our extensive knowledge and insight into the History of Scotland which will create memories and smiles that last a lifetime. Individualised tailor made tours of incredible quality!

Dumfries Art Trail is a walking route through the town centre linking artists, galleries and craft houses. On the tour you will see a variety of art and craft, mostly locally produced. Galleries and craft shops are open year round and you can arrange to see artist's studios on request. Maps are available to download from the DART website or collect from Visit Scotland and many other venues. Opening hours vary according to venue. Most venues are open Wednesday - Saturday, with some open Monday and Tuesday as well. Artist's studios are open by appointment and contact details of each are available via our website or on the trail map.

Dumfries Get Together is a diverse and welcoming Ladies social group. Ladies 35 + Are you new in town? Or perhaps you've been here for a while but want to widen your social circle? We are a friendly bunch, Activities range from Dinner, weekends away, walks, bingo, quiz nights and lunch and coffee get togethers, to theatre trips and dance classes. Anything you are interested in, just let us know

Moat Brae is Scotland's National Centre for Children's Literature and Storytelling. The garden at Moat Brae was cited by none other than JM Barrie as the inspiration for his world famous play and novel about Peter Pan and Neverland. Barrie used to play there as a teenager in the 1870s while living in Dumfries and attending Dumfries Academy. Moat Brae hosts a regular programme of exciting events, tours and activities to inspire the imagination and encourage creativity. Our thing is books of course but there are interactive games, exhibitions and play areas for children. Moat Brae also boasts a fabulous free-to-access riverside cafe, book and gift shop and is open all year round. We're currently open on a reduced basis so please check before you book your visit. We look forward to welcoming you to JM Barrie's Enchanted Land!