The museum has the world's best and biggest Burns collection. It's full of objects to explore, games and activities to take part in. Listen to recodings of his poems and songs. The museum serves as a focal point for the area in which Burns grew up. Visit the cottage where he was taught and inspired. See Alloway' Auld Kirk and Brig o' Doon which inspired his poem "Tam O'Shanter". Take a pleasant stroll to his cottage and birthplace. Easily spend a whole day there.
Opening Hours: 10:00am - 5:30pm
April - September
10:00am - 5:00pm
October - March
Cottage Tours at 11:00, 12:00, 14:00, 15:00
Wider Site Tour 13:00
Closed 25th & 26th December
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