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Visiting Irvine

Families will find kid-friendly activities in Irvine, and visitors give high marks for the top-notch restaurants. This welcoming city also attracts tourists with its golf courses and bars. Paisley Abbey, Ayr Racecourse and Ayr Beach are some of the top sights around the area.

• There are 11 hotels and other accommodation options in Irvine
• The closest major airport is in Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick), 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from the city centre
• The next closest is in Glasgow (GLA-Glasgow Intl.), 19.5 mi (31.3 km) away

Sightseeing and Staying in Irvine

The city's cultural venues include Vennel Gallery and Scottish Maritime Museum. The picturesque setting of Irvine Beach and Eglinton Country Park exemplify the city's natural beauty. Golfing is just one of the top activities, while Dundonald Links and Western Gailes Golf Club are sights to visit.

As you plan your holiday, you'll find 11 hotels and other accommodation options to pick from in Irvine. Here you'll find highly ranked ones based on Expedia user reviews:

• The Gailes Hotel and Restaurant - With a stay at this 4-star hotel, guests can enjoy access to free breakfast and a restaurant, along with free WiFi. It's a favourite with Expedia travellers for its dining options and clean, quiet rooms.
• Riverside Lodge Hotel - Our customers like the overall value and clean, comfortable rooms at this hotel. This 4-star hotel features a restaurant, free WiFi and free parking.

Outside the city, top places to visit include Paisley Abbey, 18.6 mi/29.9 km from the city centre, and Ayr Racecourse, which is 10.5 mi (16.9 km) away.

Getting around Irvine

If you want to explore the larger area, hop aboard a train at Irvine Station. Irvine might not have as many public transport choices so consider renting a car to explore the city.

Dressing for Irvine

• Between January and March, you can expect the daytime average to be around 11°C and the night-time average to be 1°C
• From April to June, temperatures average about 18°C during the day and 3°C at night
• July to September averages 19°C during the day and 9°C at night
• Between October and December, the average temperature is 15°C during the day and 2°C at night
• About 47 millimetres of rain falls on Irvine each year
• Hottest months are usually July and August with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 1°C