With the weekend fast approaching and parents looking for something to keep their kids occupied we have found some activites that don't break the bank.
We've rounded up some of the region's most loved (based on public reviews) and cheapest locations to enjoy a day out.
With the cost-of-living crisis still impacting households across Scotland, saving money has never been so important.
With that said, here are the best cheap and affordable things to do in Ayrshire based on Tripadvisor reviews.
Ayrshire's top-rated cheap activities to do this weekend based on Tripadvisor reviews
Here are Ayrshire's best-reviewed things to do that won't cost you an arm and a leg, based on Tripadvisor reviews:
Culzean Castle and Country Park
Rating: 4.5
Number of excellent reviews: 1,934
One reviewer said: "Absolutely stunning Castle steeped in history. The gardens are beautiful, the position it holds looking out to sea is just breathtaking. Loved the guided tour, and the deer park is lovely not to mention the alpacas."
Find out more on the location's Tripadvisor page.
Dumfries House
Rating: 4.5
Number of excellent reviews: 763
One reviewer said: "A tour of Dumfries House is highly recommended. The tour guide was knowledgable, engaging and SO enthusiastic about the house, the antiquities and the future. 90 minute Grand Tour flew by."
Find out more on the location's Tripadvisor page.
Blackstone Clydesdales & DIG-a-Day Experience
Rating: 5
Number of excellent reviews: 388
One reviewer said: "Amazing ride with my daughter who had Bonny with me on Clyde. Such a perfect way to start the day. Thanks so much for a fab day."
Find out more on the location's Tripadvisor page.
Robert Burns Birthplace Museum
Rating: 4.5
Number of excellent reviews: 639
One reviewer said: "Loved learning new things and visiting the museum, cottage, Monument and gardens, allowance auld kirk and brig'o'doon."
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Dean Castle and Country Park
Rating: 4.5
Number of excellent reviews: 285
One reviewer said: "Very interesting trip round the old castle with a number of different exhibits to see. Great surrounding area which was very busy with dog walkers."
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Dundonald Castle and Visitor Centre
Rating: 4.5
Number of excellent reviews: 184
One reviewer said: "Genuinely impressed by this site. It feels like there's not much to see/do, but the tour provided by June was just fantastic."
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Scottish Maritime Museum
Rating: 4.5
Number of excellent reviews: 154
One reviewer said: "Fascinating history of ship building and machinery, good for children."
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