St. John's Tower Tours

It's impossible not to appreciate the structural design of St. Johns Tower, a notable historic tower that has been able to stand the test of time.

This historic construction is often on the itineraries of travelers to Ayr. But St. John's Tower isn't the only highlight in the area. Ayr Beach, Ayr Racecourse, and Brig O'Doon are some other interesting attractions close by.

Plan a trip to see St. John's Tower

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The Marmalade Hotel

The Marmalade Hotel

4 out of 5
Portree Town
Price was $965, price is now $743 per person
$743
per person
Feb 19 - Feb 24
found 7 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Glasgow (GLA)
18.4/10 Exceptional! (289 reviews)
Last minute booking (back in August) that did not disappoint. The man at the front desk was exceptionally helpful.

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

Crossbasket Castle Hotel & Restaurant

Crossbasket Castle Hotel & Restaurant

4.5 out of 5
Price was $1,260, price is now $938 per person
$938
per person
Jan 16 - Jan 20
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Glasgow (GLA)
19.6/10 Exceptional! (240 reviews)
Exactly has advertised. Beautiful building and grounds.

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025

Marine Troon

Marine Troon

5 out of 5
Price was $1,180, price is now $914 per person
$914
per person
Jan 15 - Jan 19
found 16 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Glasgow (GLA)
18.4/10 Exceptional! (330 reviews)
Lovely stay, room was great and bed was comfy. Staff were so lovely. Pool was good, although could do with a clean under the pool chairs. Breakfast was great!

Reviewed on Oct 17, 2025

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"Until standardisation of weights and measures in the 18th century, a "mile" in Scotland could be a variable distance. Generally a Scottish mile was longer than a mile in England, a fact which was immortalised by Robert Burns in his poem "Tam o' Shanter" - "We think na on the lang Scots miles..." After the Union of the Parliaments in 1701, the standard English measure began to be introduced in Scotland, gradually replacing the Lang Scots Mile. The Lang Scots Mile Walk was created in 2002 on the seafront of Ayr to commemorate the town's historical links with Burns as well as to encourage healthy exercise. It was estimated that a 10 stone man or woman walking Lang Scots Mile would burn off 115 calories and a 16 stone person, 184 calories."

Lang Scots Mile

After visiting Lang Scots Mile, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ayr. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

Lang Scots Mile
The Brig o' Doon is a late medieval bridge over the River Doon at Alloway. Made famous by Robert Burns' poem, Tam o' Shanter.

Brig O'Doon

5/5(4 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Alloway with a visit to Brig O'Doon. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Brig O'Doon
Ayr racecourse

Ayr Racecourse

5/5(2 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Ayr Racecourse and popular activities like golfing in Ayr. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Ayr Racecourse

Burns Cottage and Museum

4/5(1 review)

You can learn about the history of Alloway with a trip to Burns Cottage and Museum. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

Burns Cottage and Museum

Belleisle Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Ayr at Belleisle Golf Club. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Belleisle Golf Club

Alloway Kirk

Learn about the local history of Alloway when you spend time at Alloway Kirk. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area, or seek out the golf courses.

Alloway Kirk

Best Lodging Options Near St. John's Tower

Fairfield House - Ayr

Fairfield House - Ayr

4 out of 5
12 Fairfield Road Ayr Scotland
Fairfield House - Ayr
Mercure Ayr Hotel

Mercure Ayr Hotel

3 out of 5
Dalblair Road Ayr Scotland
Mercure Ayr Hotel
Brig o' Doon House Hotel

Brig o' Doon House Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Alloway Ayr Scotland
Brig o' Doon House Hotel
Horizon Hotel

Horizon Hotel

3 out of 5
The Esplanade Ayr Scotland
Horizon Hotel
The Old Manse House - Apartment

The Old Manse House - Apartment

4 out of 5
3 Doonholm Rd Ayr Scotland
The Old Manse House - Apartment
Abbotsford Hotel

Abbotsford Hotel

3 out of 5
14 Corsehill Road Ayr Scotland
Abbotsford Hotel
Western House Hotel

Western House Hotel

4 out of 5
Craigie Road Ayr Scotland
Western House Hotel
Ayrs & Graces

Ayrs & Graces

5 out of 5
High Maybole Road Ayr Scotland
Ayrs & Graces
The Orchard - Donnini Apartments

The Orchard - Donnini Apartments

Ayr Scotland
The Orchard - Donnini Apartments
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