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Burns National Heritage Park

Murdoch's Lone, Alloway, Ayr KA7 4PQ, Scotland
44-1292-443700
Ranked #9 of 19 attractions in Ayr
4.5 of 5 stars 7 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites, Parks
Description: Restored 19th-century village dedicated to the life and work of Scotland's most famous poet, Robert Burns.
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Edinburgh
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57 reviews 57 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

We had bought NTS membership so can't comment about value. We parked at Burns Cottage looked at that then walked along the walkway to the main museum. It was lovely to have something linking the two attractions. Kids loved huge mouse statue! Museum was very dark but lots to do and mouses for kids to spot. Only spoiler was some... More

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Bonny Scotland
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

A nice day out if the weather is good, helpful staff and a little train that takes you round the site. The price of food is sky high, I would advise taking a picnic if you have kids. More

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ayrshire
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64 reviews 64 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2012

Wonderful place. Excellent interactive presentation. Lovely gift shop. Excellent cafe with delicious meals snacks cakes teas/coffees. Very pleasant and helpful staff. Pleasant gardens. Super outdoor play arwa. Popular venue for tourists and locals alike. More

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Ayrshire, Scotland
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2012

Although the Burns Centre provides a good experience for out of town travelers, local people who once used the centre regulalrly due to its inexpensive and good quiality meals have found the increase in prices to leave a nasty taste in their mouths. In what was once a nice quirky and locally sourced gift shop now stands the commercial facade... More

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United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 October 2011

The weather was good for the park, do all of the grounds to get the real picture. Excellent photo opportunities. The restaurant was overpriced. More

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scotland
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 October 2008
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Burns cottage was built in 1757 by the hands of Robert Burns, father, William Burns. On Jan 25th 1759, while the cold winter winds blew in from the Atlantic, it became the scene of Scotlands most famous birthday when Robert Burns was born. The simple Auld Clay Biggin where the worlds most loved poet was born has long been a... More

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falkirk
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 August 2008

There can be few men who lived who have had so much compiled for them to keep their name alive and the collection comprising this park does what it sais on the tin. Their is no hiding the poverty of his parents circumstances or the investment they made to their childrens education despite that poverty,but what amazsd me is how... More

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