Stranraer is situated on Loch Ryan. It is the departure point for ferries to Belfast, while the nearby port of Cairnryan serves Larne, also in Northern Ireland. Take a walk around 'the Toon' and along the shore, visiting the museum and the Castle of St. John where the view from the roof is magnificent.  Follow the Town.

Stranraer is a great centre for the serious walker and is skirted by the Southern Upland Way.
Children love Agnew Park with its pedal boats, train rides, adventure playground and crazy golf. Their elders can enjoy a seat to watch the ferries set off up the loch en route for Ireland.
There are two bowling greens in the town, at West End and Stranraer Bowling Club, where the visitors are welcome. Visit Stair Park to play tennis, watch a football match, or relax in the Gardens of Friendship. Enjoy 18 holes of golf at Creachmore.
Stranraer has several pebbly beaches, but travel a few miles outwith the town and you will find many sandt beaches

When it's wet visit the Ryan Centre and swim in the Leisure Pool, or hire a hall for badminton or ball games. You may be able to spend an evening at the Ryan Theatre to watch a film or see a live show.
Curling is the ancient Scottish game played on the ice rink at the North West Castle, from October to April, spectate in comfort or have a game yourself.