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Robert Burns - Scotland's National Bard.
Who was he and how did he live? And why is he still popular today? Ayrshire's many Burns visitor attractions and sites of interest go a long way towards answering these questions.To learn more about this remarkable man, visit the birthplace of the 'ploughman poet', who is celebrated annually at Burns Suppers around the world. Take the opportunity to retrace his steps through the Ayrshire countryside. The poet, who is perhaps best known for his reworking of Auld Lang Syne into the version that is sung at New Year around the world, was born in Ayrshire. There was more to him than met the eye - on one hand, his life was one of wine, women and song, of revelling at local hostelries and consorting with local young ladies. On the other, poverty was never far away.
Burns' colourful life and times are explored in numerous visitor attractions in the area. A journey to these and the other attractions in and around Ayrshire are a must for any visitor. Enthusiasts will find that they can discover more about the poet in the surrounding towns and villages - all are explored within our suggested itineraries.The annual "Burns an' a' that" festival is a Celebration of Life and Contemporary Scottish Culture - it offers a range of entertainment from street theatre to stage, comedy to drama, and music to warm the soul.
Burns Itineraries
Delve deeper in Burns lore, and find out why this remarkable spirit of Ayrshire lives on. The itineraries should whet your appetite, they are designed to help and they are flexible. The main focus is to enjoy your visit to the area.
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Robert Burns - Itinerary 1 - Full Day
The Beginning at Alloway
The Scottish Bard, was born in Ayrshire, and is celebrated throughout the world. Visit his birthplace in Alloway, experience one of his most famous poems - Tam O'Shanter - enjoy the gardens and monument built in his honour, and see paintings inspired by his works at Rozelle House in this full day suggested itinerary. If you've time, you might also visit the house of his friend - Souter Johnnie's Cottage over at Kirkoswald. The route runs along Ayrshire's stunning coast, where there are castles and even a natural optical illusion to look out for on the way.
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Robert Burns - Itinerary 2 - Full Day
Further along the Burns Trail
For those dedicated to following the Burns trail, Mauchline, Tarbolton and Irvine provide a good outing.
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Robert Burns - Itinerary 3 - Half Day
Burns Cottage and Museum to The Burns Monument
For a taste of Burns for just half a day, go to the Burns Cottage and Museum and then enjoy the gardens and monument built in his honour, just across the road.
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