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Culzean Castle and Country Park

Maybole, Ayr KA19 8LE, Scotland
44-165-588-4455
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Ranked #1 of 21 attractions in Ayr
Type: Castles, Parks, Architectural Buildings
Activities: Group tours/walking tour
Traveller Description: For a more in- depth overview of this stunning National Trust for Scotland flagship property, and how to get the most out of a daytrip there... more »
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW via mobile

We took our elderly parents there. It has good access, convenient parking facilities. Great views. We also took the guided tour. It was very interesting, and informative. Our guide was Gordon, who was witty and knowledgeable. Wish we could spend more time there as there were lots to see and areas to stroll about.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Beautiful stately castle home and grounds - great for family/couples day out - take a picnic (plenty of tables) and plenty of interesting walks and things to see as you go around. We spent nearly 4 hours there and still didnt see it all. Well worth the admission cost unlike some other places in Scotland.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

A must for every tourist visiting this region. The view on the surrounding Islands and Campbelltown was great.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

We have visited Culzean Castle and parks and beautiful gardens, several times. The castle visit is so interesting, with spectacular views across to the Isle of Arran. The grounds of the castle are magnificent and ideal for all the family. We had a very pleasant lunch in the courtyard restaurant which has a lovely outside seating area. This is a... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

beautiful house with gorgeous grounds,friendly tours,great day for the family. nearly forgot the cafe does lovely pies

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

This venue is great for all the family as choices of heritage and countryside. A duck pond, a deer park, walled garden and great views of the Ayrshire coast

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

Culzean is massive, there are lovely walks, great views and the castle and gardens are spectacular. It's also worthwhile going down to the beach for rock pools. There is a restaurant in one part, tea room at the castle and ice cream at the Swan Pond (also toilets). Everything is fairly spread out as it's huge. There is an electric... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

Great for a ramble, see the deer and have a bite to eat in the restaurant! You can spend a good bit of time here and there are lots of things on throughout the year.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Having visited another National Trust attraction that morning the difference was quite remarkable - the staff were quite aloof & one almost felt intrusive as visitors. The castle itself boasts spectacular views amidst expansive grounds although facilities widespread ie no appropriate tearoom etc. Would advise taking own picnic & enjoy garden facilities/walks.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 via mobile

We spent hours here just wandering around. The castle is great with very knowledgeable guides and the setting on a cliff top is spectacular. Lots of lovely walks and a beautifully kept walled garden and vinery. Rounded the visit off with tea and cake in their lovely cafe and then sadly we had to go but the visit was wonderful... More

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