Attractions in Argyll & the Isles
Scotland's Adventure CoastYou’ll find navigating your way around Argyll and it's Hebridean isles a joy in itself.
With mountains, lochs, glens and coastline aplenty, you may need help enjoy the landscape, look out for wildlife or discover hidden gems. Here we have some fantastic attractions, experiences and tour providers to help you plan your visit.
Go Wild About Argyll's Attractions
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
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
Historic Kilmun
At Historic Kilmun we have some unique experiences we want to share with you. Historic Kilmun, a former church, with the Argyll Mausoleum at its side, overlo...
Historic Kilmun
Kilmun
Dunoon
Argyll
PA23 8SD
Tel: 07887 856514
Rothesay Castle
Situated on the Isle of Bute, Rothesay Castles dates back to the early 13th century and is remarkably well preserved in spite of its age. Built by the Stewar...
Rothesay Castle
Castlehill Street
Rothesay
Isle of Bute
PA20 0DA
Ardkinglas House
Situated on the shores of Loch Fyne in Argyll, against a spectacular background of mountain and forest, Ardkinglas Estate covers about 4800 hectares. Ardking...
Ardkinglas Estate
Cairndow
Argyll
PA26 8BN
Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel
Dunstaffnage Castle, one of the oldest stone castles in Scotland, is situated on top of an immense rock overlooking the Firth of Lorn near Oban. The former s...
Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel
Castle Grounds
Dunbeg,
By Oban, Argyll
PA37 1PZ
Tel: 01631 562 465
Dunollie Museum, Castle & Grounds
Dunollie Museum Castle and Grounds is a heritage site international significance situated just 1 mile north of Oban. It is now run by a small independent cha...
Dunollie Museum Castle and Grounds
Ganavan Road
Oban
PA34 5TT
Tel: 01631 570550
Bute Forest
A lovely short walk taking in oak woodland and spruce, passing the Painted Rock Trail and work area and with a short diversion, taking you to the stunning vi...
From Rothesay or Port Bannatyne, drive north along the A844 along the coast. Stay on this coastal road as it becomes the A886 shortly past Port Bannatyne and follow it until you reach the Rhubodach-Colintraive ferry crossing where you can park your car. From Rothesay to the ferry terminal by car takes around 20 minutes. Public transport and walking is also possible.
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Argyll & the Isles is home to many significant historic sites. Discover 10 Historic Sites in Argyll & the Isles with particular historical significance.
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Tobermory, easily the most attractive fishing port on the west coast of Scotland, where brightly-painted houses cluster around a sheltered bay.
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