Attractions

With dramatic mountains, rare beauty and a haunting history in the heart of the Highlands, Glencoe is a must see on your trip. Start your Glencoe adventure at the Visitor Centre and discover Munros, Glens and famous film sets from Outlaw King, Braveheart and Skyfall. Explore Scottish history and follow in the footsteps of the Clan MacDonald and the tragic Massacre of 1692 or get close to nature with the rangers on a wildlife Land Rover Safari.

Visitor Centre, Glencoe, Ballachulish PH49 4HX
Call: (0)1855 811307

Castle Stalker in its current form was built in 1446 by the then Lord of Lorn, Sir John Stewart. Originally the land had been the site of a Fortalice built in in 1320 by the Clan MacDougalls before the loss of their tittle Lords of Lorn. The MacDougalls lost their title after their defeat by King Bruce at Brander Pass in 1308 but regained it for a period after 1328. In about 1388 the Lordship of Lorn passed to the Stewarts, the lands including Castle Stalker. In 1620 the Castle passed into the hands of the Campbells of Airds after a drunken wager. It was then held by the family until 1908 when it was bought back by the Stewards. These days it is still held by the Steward family and is fully inhabitable. The Castle can now be visited by private tour a few times a year. Castle Stalker can be viewed from Port Appin.

Appin
Call: (0)1631 740315

The historic island of Lismore was once the seat of the Bishops of Argyll in the 13th centaury and is perfect for walking and cycling. The island also has a beautiful church and Gaelic Heritage Centre. Lismore can be reached by a car ferry from Oban or a passenger ferry from Port Appin.

McCaig's Tower is a Romanesque structure perched on the summit of Battery Hill overlooking the beautiful town of Oban. It was built in 1897 by a local banker John Stuart McCaig and has spectacular views out towards Oban Bay and the Inner Hebrides Islands. Climb the 144 steps of Jacob’s Ladder from Argyll St to the tower. The walk is short and steep but well worth the views at the top. You can also drive to the top by following the signs in the town centre.

Duncraggan Rd, Oban PA34 5DP

Nestling beneath the steep cliff that overlooks Oban, one of Scotland's oldest sources of Single Malt Scotch Whisky is just a short meander from the sea.

Oban Chocolate Company. Got a sweet tooth? Check out the Oban Chocolate Company for delicious hand made chocolates with innovative flavours. A family business in the heart of Oban.

34 Corran Esplanade, Oban PA34 5PS
Call: (0)1631 566099

Clachan Bridge is the only Bridge which crosses the Atlantic
Seil is one of the Slate Islands, located on the east side of the Firth of Lorn, 7 miles southwest of Oban, in Scotland. Seil has been linked to the mainland by bridge since the late 18th century. The origins of the island's name are unclear and probably pre-Gaelic.

Bonawe Iron Furnace is the most complete charcoal-fired ironworks in Britain. It was opened in 1753 and produced up to 700 tones of pig iron a year until its closer in the 1870s. These days you can follow the displays and see each step of the process in creating pig iron.

Taynuilt, Argyll PA35 1JQ
Call: (0)1866 822432

Cruachan Power Station, Visit a Scottish Power Station like no other! Nestled deep within the mountain of Ben Cruachan this power station is a feat of Scottish engineering. Take a tour through the 1km long tunnel that leads to spectacular views of Loch Awe.

Cruachan Visitor Centre, Dalmally PA33 1AN

Perched on the edge of Loch Awe is St Conan's Kirk which was designed and built by Walter Douglas-Campbell. This unique kirk features an example from almost every church architecture style, from Norman to Saxon to Gothic and more. It is open to the public for visits and tours.

Lochawe, Dalmally PA33 1AQ

Kilchurn Castle was built in the mid 1400s and was the seat of the Campbells or Glenorchy for 150 years. in 1658 the Castle was converted in to a garrison stronghold and barracks was added to the grounds. During the Jacobite Rising the garrison was used as an outpost for government soldiers. The Castle was eventually abandoned at the end of the 17th century but is open for visits.

Lochawe, Dalmally PA33 1AF

Inveraray Castle, in its different renditions, has sat on the banks of Loch Fyne since the 1400's and is the ancestral home of the Duke of Argyll and Chief of Clan Campbell. The current Castle was inspired by the architect of Blenheim Palace and Castle Howard in the 1700s. In 1877 there was a fire which resulted in the adage of a third floor and the conical shaped roofs on the corner towers. The Castle is open to visitors from April to October.

Inveraray PA32 8XE
Call: (0)1499 302203

Inveraray Jail is a 19th Century jail and courthouse that is now open as a museum. You can explore the history of the Jail and hear the stories of the people who once spent time inside the New Prison, the Old Prison and the Courthouse. The Inveraray Jail is also known as one of Scotland's most haunted locations!

Church Square, Inveraray PA32 8TX
Call: (0)1499 302381