Kilmartin Glen
Scotland's Adventure CoastKilmartin Glen is one of Scotland’s richest and most important prehistoric landscapes. Brimming with historic wonders, within six miles of Kilmartin village there are over 350 ancient monuments, including cairns, standing stones and stones.
Kilmartin Museum and Dunadd Fort are both enthralling places to visit.
Beyond the glen, you will find Knapdale, bounded to the south by the Kintyre peninsula and to the north by the Crinan Canal.
Walkers and cyclists are all drawn to the remote, rugged beauty and wildlife of the area. Knapdale is a place sculpted by the great forces of nature. The western coastline, including the lovely Kilberry peninsula, is fringed with wild, empty beaches. Within this unique habitat, beavers have been reintroduced into Scotland.
If you love getting active in the outdoors, you’re spoilt for choice in Knapdale. Explore the woodlands, forests and coastline by foot, bike or kayak. You’ll find scenic way-marked trails for all abilities.
Gaelic in Scotland
The indigenous language of Argyll contains great richness of expression. Here we have shared a phrase from local Gaelic poetry about Kilmartin Glen.
Gleann Cille Mhàrtainn far an d’ fhuair mi m’ àrach (Kilmartin Glen where I was raised)
An gleann as fhearr a tha fon ghréin (The best glen under the sun)
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Weekend Getaways in one of Scotland's most important landscapes.
From ancient stone circles and enigmatic rock art, Kilmartin Glen is packed full of natural and historic wonders.
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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
Ederline Estate Holiday Cottages
There are seven dog-friendly, traditional self-catering holiday cottages, sleeping from 2-10 guests on a family-run hill farm estate in Argyllshire. The Cott...
Ederline
Ford
Lochgilphead
PA31 8RJ
Inveraray Private Hire
Based in Inveraray but working all over Argyll. Private hire and taxi service. My vehicle is a 7 passenger vehicle with luggage space. I also work with major...
Head Office, 15 Arkland
Inveraray
Argyll
PA32 8UD
Tel: 07775 691641
Kilmartin Glen Spirits
Premium Scottish Gin Kilmartin Glen is one of Scotland's richest pre-historic landscapes. It was of profound significance to its people, spanning 5000 years....
PO BOX 9579
Kilmartin
Lochgilphead
PA31 9BF
Tel: 07500 119129
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
Heathery Heights
Heathery Heights offers bespoke guided walks and tailored outdoor experiences for individuals and small groups across Argyll & the Isles. With so much on...
Head Office, Heathery Heights
Upper Erskine
Manse Brae
PA31 8QZ
Tel: 07899 765240
Argyll Safaris
Rab is passionate about Argyll, it\'s landscape, culture and heritage. With 60 medieval castles, 32 clan seats, 1256 Neolithic standing stones, it is the bir...
Rughriach
Old Shore Road
PA37 1PT
Tel: 07760880757
CHARTS (Culture Heritage & Arts Assembly, Argyll & Isles)
CHARTS is a growing network of artists, makers, producers and spaces, who value creativity and the impact it has on individuals, communities and visitors to...
c/o Mackay & Co CA
120 George Street
Oban
PA34 5NT
Tel: 01499 305 055
INVERARAY
Overlooking the still waters of Loch Fyne, Inveraray is a traditional town of Georgian architecture, and home to the Duke of Argyll, head of the powerful Clan Campbell.
LOCHGILPHEAD
Lochgilphead is an ideal base to explore Crinan, Knapdale, Kilmartin Glen and Kintyre pennisula.
TARBERT
Tarbert on Loch Fyne is an attractive village which for many visitors acts as the gateway to the beautiful peninsula of Kintyre
KNAPDALE
Knapdale is a place sculpted by the great forces of nature and it’s here that beavers have been reintroduced into Scotland.
Crinan
Scotland's Adventure CoastCrinan is a lovely spot on the west coast of Scotland in the area of Argyll known as Knapdale. The small harbour looks out across Loch Crinan towards the north of Jura and Scarba, and within the town the most well-known spot is the Crinan Canal which enters out to the Sound of Jura.
Around the town there are plenty of magical paths and shoreline to explore, including the famous Crinan Walk. You can also venture to the heart of Knapdale Forest and reach the high point of Castle Dounie for fantastic views across Jura and beyond. You can also get involved in many exciting activities here, which mainly revolve around watersports such as sailing and yachting.
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Kilmartin on YouTube
Immerse yourself in all things Kilmartin by watching our dedicated YouTube playlist for food and drink, activities and so much more!
Planning your journey
Travel by car or bus via the A82/A83 to Inveraray and onwards to Lochgilphead and then onto Kilmartin and nearby Crinan.
Alternatively, travel via the A85 and then south after Dalmally to Inveraray, and onwards.
Another route is via Oban along the A816 southwards to Kilmartin.
Check out West Coast Motors for more details on all of the above.
You can also catch Calmac ferry connections from Arran or Cowal to Kintyre and then travel northwards to the Kilmartin Glen.
