Troon is the perfect place to relax on a pristine beach or practice your golf swing on some of Scotland’s finest golf courses. Overlooking the Isle of Arran in Ayrshire, Troon pairs spectacular scenery with fresh seafood and excellent sailing waters.

Things to do

With seven world-class golf courses, Troon is a golfer’s paradise. Play a round of 12 holes at the Royal Troon, which hosts the internationally-acclaimed British Open Championship, or take on the challenging coastal fairways at the Kilmarnock Barassie.

Stroll along Troon’s bustling harbor where you can indulge in fresh seafood at MacCallums Oyster Bar. The iconic seafood restaurant overlooks Ayrshire Fish Market. After indulging in a lightly battered fish with big junky chips, head to Scotts Bar to wash it down with a St. Mungo lager.

Do you like to keep active while you travel? Enjoy a morning walk along Troon Beach promenade or cycle the Ayrshire Coastal Path to Irvine. Visit Eglinton Country Park to explore the original grounds of Eglinton Castle. See the crumbling remains of the Gothic mansion and follow over 150 hectares of wooded and riverside trails.

Taste a range of Scottish whiskeys at The Jar, a boutique whisky shop that showcases locally distilled liquor and hosts master classes on distilling. Wander down to The Gallery Troon to explore contemporary paintings and sculptures by Scottish artists.

Getting around

You can fly into Prestwick International Airport or arrive at Glasgow Central Station and take the train to Troon. Regular buses operate throughout Troon and provide transport to nearby towns. Troon is also very pedestrian friendly.