Explore the maritime history of the Ayrshire coast, meet some characters from the past and taste the goods imported to our shores.  Fun & informative, suits individuals, families and groups.  (6yrs up recommended)

Starting in the Scottish Maritime Museum, Irvine.
Meet at 10.30am - Tour commences at 10:45am
The tour lasts approximately 2 hours and you have full access to the Maritime Museum before and after, all included in your ticket price.

This tour includes -

A welcome drink of West Coast ginger wine.

A tour of the Scottish Maritime Museum and an introduction to some of the exhibits in the vast collection.

An introduction to Betsy Miller, first registered female ships captain who hailed from Saltcoats.

A short walk to the ship workers tenement rooms and a look into the lifestyle of a 1900’s family hosted by Aggie MacIntosh.

A visit to the boat shop, site of the original boat yard at Irvine Harbour.

An opportunity to sample 3 kinds of Scottish produced Rum at the Captain's reserved table at the Scottish Maritime Museum (18’s & over, only) Alternative non alcoholic cordial will be available for young seafarers and designated drivers.

Why not arrive early and explore the harbourside, beach park, pubs, restaurants, cafes & coffee houses. Also, you can check out the current Edwardian exhibition in the Scottish Maritime Museum, visit the Harbour Arts Centre or the artist studios behind the Ship Inn pub.

You may return to the Scottish Maritime Museum at any time during the day with your visitors ticket, until closing.

General Adult Ticket  £20

Includes tour and full day access to the Scottish Maritime Museum, three samples of Scottish rum or non-alcoholic ginger wine.

Child Ticket. £12

Includes tour and full day access to the Scottish Maritime Museum, a sample of non-alcoholic ginger wine.

Access is good and all on one level. Wheelchair users can be accommodated with prior notice.

A short walk is necessary as part of this tour.

The weather can be changeable at the harbourside. Please ensure you have appropriate clothing for cold & possibly wet weather.