Attractions in Inverkip & Things to Do in Inverkip
(and nearby)

Vikingar (6 Miles)*
The award winning Vikingar! is situated in the beautiful coastal town of Largs, and has views over the Firth of Clyde, the Isles of Cumbrae and beyond.
Kelburn Castle & Country Centre (9 Miles)*
Kelburn Castle provides an impressive background to exotic gardens, famous trees and many features of historical interest.
Geilston Garden (9 Miles)*
Set around Geilston House (not open to the public), which is thought to date from the late 17th century, this enchanting garden was first opened to visitors in 1998.
Rothesay Castle (9 Miles)*
Rothesay Castle is a remarkable 13th century castle of enclosure, circular in plan, with a 16th century fore-work.
Finlaystone Country Estate (9 Miles)*
Welcome to Finlaystone with its spectacular views across the Firth of Clyde. We hope you will find something for everyone here, whatever the season.
Hill House (9 Miles)*
The finest of Charles Rennie Mackintosh's domestic creations, The Hill House sits high above the Clyde commanding fine views over the river estuary.
Mount Stuart (10 Miles)*
Mount Stuart, a spectacular Victorian Gothic house, is the magnificent architectural fantasy of the 3rd Marquess of Bute (1847-1900) and the Scottish architect Robert Rowland Anderson.
Benmore Botanic Garden (10 Miles)*
Come and marvel at nature's giants. Set in the dramatic Cowal Peninsula, Argyll, the Garden is world famous for its collections of flowering trees and shrubs.
Denny Ship Model Experiment Tank (11 Miles)*
A visit to the Denny Ship Model Experiment Tank is a unique chance to step back into the world of the Victorian ship designer. Built in 1882 the Denny Tank was the first commercial ship model testing tank built in the world.
Weaver's Cottage (12 Miles)*
This typical 18th-century handloom weaver's cottage contains the last example of the 800 looms working in the village of Kilbarchan in the 1830s.
Coats Observatory (16 Miles)*
At the 1880 Annual General Meeting of the Paisley Philosophical Institution, it was proposed that the Society should purchase an astronomical telescope.
Bucinch & Ceardach (16 Miles)*
Bucinch and Ceardach are two tiny uninhabited islands surrounded by the waters of Loch Lomond. They were presented to The National Trust for Scotland in 1943 by Col. Charles L. Spenser of Dumfries.
Dalgarven Mill Museum of Country Life And Costume (16 Miles)*
There has been a mill on the site since the 14th century, set up by the monks of Killwinning Abbey. The Present mill was erected in 1640 and rebuilt in 1880 after being damaged by fire.
Paisley Museum (16 Miles)*
The Paisley Pattern is a design classic, you can see the beauty of the original shawls and discover the story of their intricate art at Paisley Museum and Art Galleries.
Clydebuilt Scottish Maritime Museum (18 Miles)*
The story of Glasgow and the River Clyde is brought vividly to life at Clydebuilt, the Scottish Maritime Museum at Braehead.
Glasgow Museums Resource Centre (19 Miles)*
This is the first publicly accessible store for the Glasgow City's museum service.
Fossil Grove (19 Miles)*
Fossil Grove is Glasgow's most ancient attraction. Its fossil trees provide an insight into the world of 330 million years ago.
Ben Lomond (20 Miles)*
The mountain, and over 5000 acres around it, are owned and managed by the National Trust for Scotland.
Scottish Maritime Museum (20 Miles)*
Irvine was once one of Glasgow's main trading ports. Now it is the home of the Scottish Maritime Museum. The Museum was set up in 1983 and continues to expand with new displays, exhibits and facilities.
Burrell Collection (21 Miles)*
In the heart of Pollok Country Park, this award-winning building contains a unique collection of art in a beautiful woodland setting.
Glasgow Museum of Transport (21 Miles)*
This Museum is now Closed.Glasgow's new, purpose built transport museum will open in April 2011.
Glasgow Science Centre (21 Miles)*
Glasgow Science Centre (GSC) is one of Scotland's must-see visitor attractions. GSC encapsulates the world of science and technology in new, fun and exciting ways.
Crarae Gardens (21 Miles)*
The main garden at Crarae is set on a hillside down which tumbles the Crarae Burn, the scene is reminiscent of a Himalayan gorge. The surrounding tree and shrub collections are rich and diverse, planted for artistic and naturalistic effect.
Pollok House (21 Miles)*
Pollok House is an elegant country house situated in the tranquil surroundings of Pollok Country Park.
Lochranza Castle (21 Miles)*
Lochranza Castle is the ruined remains of a tower house, built on the north of the Isle of Arran off the west coast of Scotland.
* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.



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