The many forts and castles of Argyll & the Isles are testament to the often turbulent story of the people who inhabited this beautiful and now peaceful landscape in Early Historic and Medieval times.
The building of stone structures in Argyll & the Isles has a long tradition, beginning in the Iron Age around 800 BC.
There are more than 60 medieval castles and forts in Argyll & The Isles – some of which you can readily visit and explore, and others, which you cannot currently enter, but will still make exceptional backdrops for your travels and adventure and perfectly composed photos.
Here is a list of some of our majestic castles to visit;
Argyll and The Isles is home to 60 castles. Discover romantic ruins and terrific tower houses in enchanting locations across the region. But where to start? We made a list of the most scenic castles and historic sites in Argyll & the Isles. So, grab your camera and start exploring these fascinating parts of Scotland.
The ancient region of Oban and Lorn is steeped in history. Along its glorious coastline, you’ll find...
Kintyre, the Argyll peninsula stretching south towards Ireland, has a turbulent and bloody past. Fou...
Argyll’s Secret Coast is rich in Highland history. The area is dotted with fascinating ancient sites and is home to two castles, with many more ruined castles and historic houses within easy striking distance.
The iconic Inveraray Castle with its imposing façade and impressive turrets is visible for miles aro...
Back in April this year, we asked blogger, presenter, writer and history buff David C Weinczok, also known as The Castle Hunter, to spend six days exploring the historic sites of Argyll & the Isles as part of our ‘Heart & Soul’ campaign.
Historic Environment Scotland manage many of the historic properties in Argyll. Visit their dedicated page to explore sites and find out more about access and opening times.
