With St Patrick's Day fast approaching, revellers all across Ayrshire will be looking for a fantastic pub or bar to celebrate the occasion.

Luckily, the region is home to plenty of places for you to let your hair down and enjoy a cheeky Guinness.

If you're looking for somewhere to go on Sunday, March 17, look no further.

*Drivers should not continue driving after consuming any alcohol - it is also advised that drivers avoid drinking the night before driving*

The best pubs and bars in Ayrshire you can visit this St Patrick's Day

Here are the best pubs and bars you can visit in Ayrshire this St Patrick's Day, according to users on Google Reviews.

Mulligan's Ayr

Location: Arthur St, Ayr KA7 1QJ

Rating: 4.1/5 out of 135 reviews

One reviewer said: "Interesting place to visit."

O' Shannons

Location: 16-18 Titchfield St, Kilmarnock KA1 1PH

Rating: 4/5 out of 222 reviews

One reviewer said: "Great atmosphere, fantastic bar, staff great, drinks at a reasonable price. Give it a go. You will not regret it."

The Tam O'Shanter Inn

Location: 230 High St, Ayr KA7 1RQ

Rating: 4.3/5 out of 929 reviews

One reviewer said: "Lovely traditional bar, smallish inside, however, our group of ten were accommodated together. Staff were attentive but not overbearing."

Smiths Bar

Location: 13 Dalblair Rd, Ayr KA7 1UF

Rating: 4.4/5 out of 1238 reviews

One reviewer said: "Food great, staff very friendly, service very quick. Love the Cajun chicken."

The Thistle Inn

Location: 68 Main Rd, Whitletts, Ayr KA8 0LQ

Rating: 4/5 out of 85 reviews

One reviewer said: "Great staff and food service excellent. Atmosphere very friendly. All round great pub."