1. Kilmarnock has a lot of pubs and bars where you can not only enjoy your favorite drinks but also have a good meal. It is not customary to leave tips here, unlike ordinary restaurants, where the tip amount should be 10-12% of the total bill.
2. Since the city is relatively small, shopping lovers should prepare a sufficient amount of small bills before their shopping trip. In some small shops, sellers may not have a change from a large bill.
3. All banks and currency exchange offices in town close quite early. It's best to visit them no later than 2:00 pm.
4. Foreign guests who are planning to use their electronic gadgets actively should have an adapter for British type sockets. Their price in the city will be much higher than at home.
6. Many museums and historical monuments in Kilmarnock are free. At the same time, some special exhibitions and thematic programs may be paid.
7. Budget tourists should take into account that prices in local pubs are several times lower than in restaurants. The choice of dishes in pubs is always decent, many come here even for breakfast.
Residents of Kilmarnock respect and honor their historical traditions, which have been formed for hundreds of years. They love their traditional music, traditional costumes, as well as … Open
9. In the warmer months, the city organizes clean-up programs for parks and the territory of historical sites. The participation in such programs is rewarded - for example, with a free lunch at a restaurant.
10. Volunteers often organize city tours in summer. They are absolutely free of charge and can help you save on the services of guides.
11. The city has several beautiful parks available for free recreation. They are all equipped with special areas for picnics and bonfires.
12. Locals are very serious about the cleanliness of the streets and park areas. Garbage cans are installed at every step here.
13. Many of the tours will be much more interesting during the summer period. Castles and other historic buildings are located in beautiful natural places.
14. While walking through the city, you can be greeted by completely unfamiliar people from among the townspeople. Such greetings should be responded - these are the features of local etiquette.
15. Those wishing to explore neighboring towns should think about purchasing a special travel pass providing tourists with access to many attractions. The most popular type of pass is called the National Trust.