Visit Oban, Lorn & the Isles
Seafood Capital of ScotlandWelcome to Oban, the Seafood Capital of Scotland and the Gateway to the Isles.
Oban, Lorn & the Isles is a fascinating part of Argyll & the Isles with an amazing range of things to see and do.
Here you can meet lobsters face to face, dive with sharks, enjoy a dram at one of the oldest distilleries in Scotland, climb to the summit of the Hollow Mountain or get close to the world’s third largest whirlpool.
Oban is a buzzing and booming ferry port with a fantastic mix of great shops, restaurants, cáfes and attractions plus a myriad of great days out to explore the surrounding area.
Immerse yourself in Oban's rich history with a visit to Dunollie Museum & Castle. Enjoy the stunning views, stroll in the historic woodlands, and enjoy a bite to eat at their café. Lots on for kids too, a great day out.
For novice or keen kayakers, yachtsmen and divers, the seas around Oban offer the best in Europe for their sports, whilst the surrounding dominating hills and glens are magnificent for walking and cycling, at any pace which takes your fancy.
Are you ready to experience more?
Let’s explore the Lorn & Isles area and make memories with family, friends or even a solo adventure!
North of Oban, two picturesque places of interest in Loch Awe and Appin – both offer iconic castles, attractions and offer great walking and cycling.
The islands of Kerrera and Lismore sits just outside of Oban Bay. Further south you can cross the ‘Bridge over the Atlantic’ to the 'Slate Islands.'
The waters around Oban and Lorn offer awesome sea kayaking. Paddle to islands, explore sea caves and set off on a paddleboard.
Everywhere you turn, there’s something special to see and do, there is so much to choose from, you'll just love Oban!
Gaelic in Scotland
The indigenous language of Argyll contains great richness of expression. Here we have proverb from Gaelic tradition about Oban, Lorn & the Isles.
Nuair a bhitheas tu san Óban (When in Oban)
Dèan mar na h-Óbanaich (Do as the Obanites!)
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Weekend Getaways and Fun-Packed Holidays
Castles, whisky and miles of coastline: Oban, Lorn & the Isles is packed with things to see and do. Come, stay a while.
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Highland Fold Ice Cream
Highland Fold Ice Cream is a family run business based on Achinreir Farm in Barcaldine in Argyll.
Our ice cream is made on the farm using milk from our Highl...
Achinreir Farm
Barcaldine
Argyll
PA37 1SF
Tel: 01631720378
Portsonachan Hotel & Lodges - Cruachan Restaurant and Bar
Situated on the banks of the beautiful Loch Awe, West of Scotland.
19th Century Portsonachan Hotel's Cruachan Restaurant offers a stylish dining room and bar...
South Loch Awe
Portsonachan
Nr Dalmally
PA33 1BJ
Tel: 01866 833224
Wavysail Sailing Adventures
SMALL GROUPS With a maximum group size of six people, each trip is uniquely personalized and flexible. We contact every guest before joining to discover what...
9 Elm Road
New Malden
United Kingdom
KT3 3HB
Tel: +44 (0) 7570 702 256
Kilchurn Castle
Kilchurn Castle was built in the mid-1400s, and since then has been a fortress, comfortable residence and later a garrison stronghold. It contains the oldest...
Kilchurn Castle
Lochawe
Dalmally
PA33 1AF
Highland Titles Nature Reserves
Our flagship reserve was opened in 2007 and is located close to the historical Glencoe. The reserve is also an established 4 star visitor attraction.
Duror,
By Appin
Argyll & Bute
PA38 4BW
Food from Argyll at The Pier
Co-operatively run by local food producers, our shelves groan with wonderful local foods sourced from across Argyll & the Isles. Every packet tells a sto...
The Ferry Terminal
Oban
PA34 4DB
Tel: 01631 563636
Puffer Steamboat Holidays Ltd
Join us aboard VIC 32, the last steam-powered Clyde Puffer - at a steady six knots little can equal the peace of silent steam! Our cruising season is split i...
Boat Address:
VIC 32
Crinan Basin
Crinan
Lochgilphead
Argyll
PA31 8SW
Tel: 07780936407
Ocean Explorer Centre
Explore plankton with our microscope, discover the shape of our seas on our 3D globe and find out about the latest research into ocean currents, environmenta...
Ocean Explorer Centre
Scottish Association for Marine Science
Dunbeg
Oban
PA37 1QA
Tel: 01631 559123
ISLE OF KERRERA
Enjoy an accessible island experience from Oban by taking a short ferry to Kerrera from Gallanach.
LOCH AWE
Visit Scotland's longest freshwater loch on your way to or from Oban, or by rail on the West Highland Line.
APPIN
Make a day or two of it to nearby Appin featuring Castle Stalker, just North from Oban to Fort William on A828 road.
SLATE ISLANDS
Take the road south of Oban, cross the Bridge over the Atlantic to Seil, Easdale and Luing.
ISLE OF LISMORE
Take a short ferry journey from Oban or Port Appin, for wildlife, fascinating historical sites and glorious views.
Explore Oban's Places of Interest
Discover some special places of interest while you are staying in Oban. Click on our map icons to discover where to see on your travels. If you see multiple icons clustered in one area, simply zoom in on the map to decluster the icons.
All you need to know about visiting Oban, Lorn & Isles
5 islands to visit in a day trip from Oban | Argyll & the Isles
The busy town of Oban is known as ‘The Gateway to the Isles’ where you can visit the islands of Isle of Mull, Isle of Iona, Kerrera, Lismore and Coll & Tiree
10 things to do in and around Loch Awe | Argyll & the Isles
Loch Awe is Scotland’s longest freshwater loch, stretching 25 miles through glorious Highland landscape. Here are ten of top things to see and do when visiting.
Oban on YouTube
Immerse yourself in all things Oban & Lorn and their surrounding isles by watching our dedicated YouTube playlist for food and drink, activities and so much more!
Your destination for a magical wedding
Tie the knot in Argyll & the IslesWhether you're dreaming of a romantic beach ceremony on a secluded island or a traditional Scottish wedding in a historic castle, there are plenty of venues to choose from.
Planning your journey
The traditional route is by car or bus via the A82.
For a slight detour, follow the A83 to Lochgilphead, follow the Crinan Canal before travelling through Kilmartin Glen and northwards to Oban and Lorn.
Or sit back and relax on a regular train or bus journey from Glasgow to Oban.
The Highland Explorer
Connecting Glasgow to ObanThe perfect way to travel to and from Oban for the conscious traveller and adventure seekers! Hop on the Scotrail Highland Explorer with your bike and backpack, on the dedicated adventure carriages.
