Irvine travel guide

Irvine Tourism | Irvine Guide

You're Going to Love Irvine

With a population of 32 748, Irvine is a must-see destination in Scotland, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Irvine has to offer.

Where to Eat in Irvine

If you’re looking for affordable options, Riverside Lodge Hotel (46 Annick Road) and Duncans Bar & Bistro (116 Harbour Street) are great picks.

When to visit Irvine

Irvine in February
Estimated hotel price
$70
1 night at 3-star hotel
Irvine in February
Estimated hotel price
$70
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Irvine

Plane

When flying to Irvine, you’ll arrive at Glasgow Prestwick (PIK), which is located 12 km from the city center.

Train

The train station in Irvine is called Irvine, and is located 1.5 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Irvine is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 98 km from Irvine. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Plane

When flying to Irvine, you’ll arrive at Glasgow Prestwick (PIK), which is located 12 km from the city center.

Train

The train station in Irvine is called Irvine, and is located 1.5 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Irvine is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 98 km from Irvine. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Irvine

Airlines serving Irvine

Lufthansa
Good (4,583 reviews)
KLM
Good (851 reviews)
SWISS
Good (919 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,402 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,594 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,275 reviews)
Air France
Good (970 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,550 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (481 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,920 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,119 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,481 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,668 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (223 reviews)
Finnair
Good (883 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (834 reviews)
LOT
Good (680 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,153 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (917 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (830 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Irvine

Most booked hotels in Irvine

Irvine Guest House
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 436 reviews)
$86+
Seamill Hydro Hotel & Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 3644 reviews)
$133+
Marine Troon
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1588 reviews)
$224+
Harbourside Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 597 reviews)
$69+
Fairfield House Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1992 reviews)
$88+
Riverside Lodge Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 3543 reviews)
$94+

Renting a car in Irvine

Expect to pay $7.04 per gallon in Irvine (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $84.49 and $112.65. The most frequently booked car type in Irvine is Standard (Ford Kuga or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Toyota iQ or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $7.04 per gallon in Irvine (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $84.49 and $112.65. The most frequently booked car type in Irvine is Standard (Ford Kuga or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Toyota iQ or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.