Campbeltown and Kintyre
Scotland's Adventure CoastCampbeltown, situated on the beautiful peninsula of Kintyre, is one of the largest towns in Argyll.
Kintyre is also a great base from which to enjoy walking such as the long-distance Kintyre Way, visit ruined castles, catch some waves on Westport beach and feast on seafood.
To truly discover all that Kintyre & Gigha has to offer, check out the new Kintyre 66 route.
It is also possible to explore some of Argyll’s islands. Why not take a trip to Gigha. Sitting three miles west of Kintyre, Gigha is an enchanting small island. It’s the most southerly of the Hebridean islands, famed for its white sandy bays, it also offers great walking and cycling spots.
Gaelic in Scotland
The indigenous language of Argyll contains great richness of expression. Here we have shared a phrase from local Gaelic poetry about Kintyre.
Ó gu bheil mi trom fo smalain (Oh heavy is the grief that lies upon me)
’S trom mo cheum an déidh na fearainn (Heavy is my step after (leaving) the land)
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Remote and stunningly beautiful, with a great deal to offer
With its pristine natural setting, unique coastal character and rich history, you ‘ll never run out of things to do in Campbeltown and Kintyre
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Argyll Bespoke Car Tours
Argyll Bespoke Car Tours provide privately escorted, tailor made tours of Argyll, the West Highlands and to other parts of Scotland, with itineraries created...
7 Dunadd View
Bridgend
Kilmicheal Glassary
PA31 8QA
Tel: +44 (0)7511 852245
Stravaigin Sailing
We are a small family run business located on Scotland’s west coast in the heart of the best cruising and adventure arena our country has to offer. Join us o...
North Pier Pontoons
Oban
PA34 5PX
Tel: 07833 103020
Beinn an Tuirc Distillers Cafe
Immerse yourself in the Kintyre Gin experience! Our tour lasts around an hour and you’ll learn all about the story of Kintyre Gin and the origins of the dist...
Lephincorrach Farm
Carradale
Campbeltown
Argyll
PA28 6QT
Tel: 01583 431 528
Kintyre Seasports
Kintyre Seasports is located at Campbeltown Loch, we run half day or full day sessions, from family trips to more structured sessions for aspiring sailors fr...
Campbeltown Sailing Club, Low Askimol, Campbeltown
PA28 6EP
Tel: 07561 852976
Glen Scotia Distillery
Glen Scotia was formerly known as 'Scotia' when it was first founded in 1832. The “Wee Toon” was known as the Victorian Whisky Capital of the World. At its p...
12 High Street
Campbeltown
Argyll & Bute
PA28 6DS
Tel: +44 (0) 1586 552 288
Dan the Merman
Dan the Merman is a wild swim coach and guide, based in the awe-inspiring coastline of the heart of Argyll. He offers high quality professional open water co...
4 Heatherbank
Cairnbaan
Argyll
PA31 8UP
Tel: 07850 404445
McKinlay Kidd Ltd
Award-winning specialist tour operator making holidays differently throughout Argyll and the Isles. At McKinlay Kidd, we like to get up close and personal wi...
Head Office, McKinlay Kidd
6/1 (front) The Hatrack
144 St Vincent St
Glasgow
G2 5LQ
Tel: 0141 260 9260
The Wild Scot
Failte - My name is Perri Hopkinson and I am a Scottish Blue Badge Tourist Guide offering private luxury tours around Scotland. I have boundless energy and e...
Head Office, Portsonachan
Dalmally
Argyll
PA33 1BJ
Tel: +44 7943613334
Visit Campbeltown & Kintyre
Scotland's Adventure CoastUnhurried, unspoiled and unforgettable. Explore Campbeltown and Kintyre to experience a place like no other.
Once proclaimed the whisky capital of the world, Campbeltown is the main town on the peninsula. There are now three distilleries for the whisky enthusiast to savour, a museum, heritage centre, swimming pool and cinema, so there’s something for all the family.
The beautiful Kintyre peninsula is studded with small villages, pre-historic and Celtic archaeology, abundant wildlife and remarkable beaches.
This beautiful peninsula retains natural beauty, and is packed with great things to see and do, from whisky distilleries to world-class golf courses at Machrihanish.
Walk the Kintyre Way or the new Kintyre 66 route, visit ruined castles, catch some waves at Westport beach or feast on fresh seafood.
Kintyre is also a great base from which to explore some of Argyll’s islands. Sitting three miles west of Kintyre, Gigha is an enchanting small island.
TARBERT
The fishing heritage is of utmost importance to the personality and character of the village
ISLE OF GIGHA
Small in size with sandy beaches and clear turquoise seas and many archaeological and historic sites to be discovered.
KNAPDALE
Knapdale is a place sculpted by the great forces of nature and it’s here that beavers have been reintroduced into Scotland.
KILMARTIN GLEN
Considered to have one of the most important concentrations of Neolithic and Bronze Age remains in Scotland.
The Kintyre 66
This exciting new route will help you discover one of Scotland’s most scenic regions.
Follow a 66 mile loop around Kintyre with 6 spurs allowing you to venture even further.
Take the Atlantic road south with stunning views to Islay and Jura, and then up the edge of the Kilbrannan Sound overlooking Arran, or why not travel in the other direction, taking time to enjoy all the area has to offer— the choice is yours!
Kintyre 66 Brochure
Kintyre 66 Route Map
Surf’s up! Why Kintyre is top for watersports
Kintyre offers some of Scotland’s best watersports activities. Discover awesome surfing, incredible kayaking, paddle boarding and more in stunning surroundings.
Six Kintyre castles and abbeys you can’t miss!
Travel through epic landscapes as you follow this Kintyre's castle trail, from Tarbert Castle in the north to Dunaverty Castle is in the south of Kintyre.
Campbeltown & Kintyre on YouTube
Immerse yourself in all things Campbeltown & Kintyre watching our dedicated YouTube playlist for food and drink, activities and so much more!
Planning your journey
The main way to travel to and from Kintyre is by car or by bus
via the A82 and then the A83 - with a short ferry trip to Gigha from Tayinloan on the Kintyre peninsula.
Or if you are travelling from Southern Scotland, why not sail from Ayrshire to Campbeltown using the CalMac ferry link?
This connects with the Glasgow train service. Or cross by ferry via Arran or Cowal to Kintyre – allowing you to explore much more of the west coast.
