Culture, Heritage & Art in Argyll & the Isles
Scotland's Creative CoastArgyll has one of the highest concentrations of artists anywhere in Scotland. With expansive coastlines and 23 Islands, it's no wonder people gravitate here to find inspiration in its heritage-steeped landscape.
Similar in number, our farmers and crofters are passionate about producing the highest-quality food and drink. They are also committed to caring for our environment and protecting Argyll’s landscapes and island seascapes for everyone to enjoy responsibly.
Here, you can discover a selection of remarkable Argyll businesses and learn how to live like a local.
Go Wild About Argyll's Culture & Art
Mount Stuart Trust
Mount Stuart features magnificent Victorian Gothic architecture and design together with contemporary craftsmanship. The house is surrounded by extensive gro...
Mount Stuart
Isle of Bute
Argyll
PA20 9LR
Tel: +44 (0) 1700 503877
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
The Majestic Line (Scotland) Ltd
Step aboard a small ship cruise with The Majestic Line, a Scottish holiday with a difference. Sail the Inner and Outer Hebrides, Loch Ness, the Caledonian Ca...
18 Highland Avenue
Sandbank
Dunoon
Argyll
PA23 8PB
Tel: 01369707951
Historic Kilmun
Historic Kilmun is a 19th century church building sited next to a Medieval tower. Now owned by a charity, the venue is available for exclusive hire. In addit...
Kilmun
Dunoon
Argyll
PA23 8SE
Tel: 07887 856514
Dunoon Burgh Hall
Our mission for Dunoon Burgh Hall is to be an arts and cultural centre for Dunoon, Cowal and Scotland, rooted in the heart of the local community. By bringin...
195 Argyll Street
Dunoon
PA23 7DD
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
Artmap Argyll
Artmap Argyll is a network of Artists who work across Argyll, from Kintyre in the south, up to Ballachulish in the north and out to the Isle of Tiree. Our me...
No 1 Balliebeg
Castleton
Lochgilphead
PA31 8RU
Tel: 07708461081
Mount Stuart Trust
Mount Stuart features magnificent Victorian Gothic architecture and design together with contemporary craftsmanship. The house is surrounded by extensive gro...
Mount Stuart
Isle of Bute
PA20 9LR
Tel: +44 (0) 1700 503877
Gaelic
In modern times, Scottish Gaelic thrives within heartland communities and plays a significant role in enriching the visitor experience through a wealth of Gaelic songs, choirs, music and events across Argyll & the Isles.
Today you can see the Gaelic language on road signs across the region, hear it on radio and television, or by locals chatting in pubs!
Gaelic is still spoken by Scots, but many more embrace the rich heritage of traditional music, bagpiping and cultural experiences, such as ceilidhs.
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3700km of coastline, 23 inhabited islands, major towns and villages are all waiting for you.
