Area Attractions near Oban, Scotland

This beautiful part of Scotland is naturally domainated by Scotland's most popular west-coast holiday town, Oban.

Oban has always been known as the traveller’s rest. As a small town with a resident population of 8,500 this unofficial capital of the West Highlands often swells with large numbers of visitors. Oban is renowned for its glorious gardens, its fabulous views, the ocean promenade, islands all around, ancient monuments and castles, and outdoor activities such as diving, hiking, fishing, bird-watching – even whale spotting. Queen Victoria even gave the town of Oban the royal seal of approval when she described it as "one of the finest spots we have seen".

Throughout the site we are continually making reference to the wealth of area highlights. Some of our very own favourites, some close by, some a little further afield but within very easy traveling and comfortable day trip distance, are

• Ferry trips to sensational Mull and Iona, taking in some seal and whale watching
• A visit to the glorious little town of Inveraray, including the Jail, the stunning castle, and Loch Fyne Oysters
• A trip to the Kyles of Bute and Tighnabruaich
• Spend a day on the Kintyre peninsuala and take in the great Springbank Distillery at Campbeltown
• Visit the sensational Cruachan Power Station visitor centre near Dalmally
• Spend a leisurely morning or afternoon strolling in nearby Arduaine Gardens