6 Oban and Lorn Castles you can’t risk missing out on!
Here are six castles in Oban and Lorn that should be top of your list when visiting Scotland's Adventure Coast.
Immerse yourself in Oban
The fishing port of Oban is the unofficial capital of the West Highlands and gateway to the Western Isles. This lovely Victorian resort is full of life, with ferries to the Hebrides coming and going, convivial bars and streets packed with individual shops and cafés. Known as ‘Scotland’s Seafood Capital’, it’s the place to sample fresh seafood.
Fish and chips have never tasted so good! There are lots of fascinating visitor attractions in Oban, including Oban Distillery, Dunollie Castle and McCaig’s Tower. You can take boat trips from Oban and catch ferries to the islands. The Argyll Sea Kayak Trail starts at Ganavan Sands, Oban. If you’d rather keep your feet firmly on land, then head to the Ocean Explorer Centre in Dunbeg.
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Sharks, whales, seals and more – get closer to Scotland’s sealife in Oban!
With miles of glorious coastline, Oban & Lorn is a great place to get up close and personal with some amazing sea creatures. There are endless opportunities to take to the water, with a number of operators offering wildlife-watching boat trip
Five islands to visit in a day trip from Oban
Oban, is known as ' The Gateway to the Isles' and is a fantastic destination to catch a ferry to the smaller Hebridean islands.
Getting Here
The traditional route is by car or bus via the A82, then either the A83 via Inveraray before heading north via Dalmally to join the A85, or continue north on A82 to join the A85 at Tyndrum.
For a slight detour, follow the A83 to Lochgilphead, follow the Crinan Canal before travelling through Kilmartin Glen and northwards to Oban and Lorn.
Or sit back and relax on a regular train or bus journey from Glasgow to Oban.