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!

Historical Ayr: A Self Guided Walking Tour

Scotland's poet Robert Burns has returned to his 'hame toun' of Ayr to revisit some favourite landmarks from his lifetime and he needs your help to find them!
Make your way around Ayr town center with Burns, taking in sights, solving clues, and perhaps meeting some familiar characters who will help you and the poet in your quest.In Burns's own words 'Auld Ayr wham ne'er a toun surpasses, For honest men and bonnie lassies'. 

Join Burns today and take a stroll around Burns Hame Toun! 

As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and exact directions on your phone will guide you to the next location.
After your booking, you will receive an email with instructions on how to download and play the game on your phone. We recommend that each user purchases a ticket for an optimal experience, although several people can share a phone.


Things to do in Ayr

Historical Ayr: A Self Guided Walking Tour

Escape Burns' Hame Toun: Outdoor Puzzle Game in Ayr