The small town of Oban lies on Scotland’s West coast, and is often described as the gateway to the Hebrides. Steeped in Scottish history, visitors will find a great range of things to do here, and will no doubt come away feeling fascinated and enriched with knowledge.
Here you can find all available cruises from Oban including UK Coastal Staycation Cruises this summer.
There are many castles to explore in the area – with Dunoille Castle being the oldest, having originated in the 13th century. Dunstaffnage, Carnassiere, and Kilchurn Castles are also favourites among tourists, as is McCaig’s Tower. While there is a steep climb up to the tower, the views from the top are breath-taking – encapsulating Oban Bay and the Atlantic Islands.
If history is not your bag however, Oban does offer plenty of other things to see and do. Why not learn about the process of making whisky in the Oban Distillery, discover the fascinating creatures at the Scottish Sealife Sanctuary, or take a stroll through the beautiful Arduaine Garden or Fearnoch Forest.
After exploring the area, satisfy your appetite at one of the many eateries to be found. Try fish dishes as fresh as you will find anywhere at the seafood restaurants near the harbour, or choose from other pubs and gourmet options. Whether you have a few hours or a few days in Oban, you will most likely end up wanting to plan a return visit.
The small town of Oban lies on Scotland’s West coast, and is often described as the gateway to the Hebrides. Steeped in Scottish history, visitors will find a great range of things to do here, and will no doubt come away feeling fascinated and enriched with knowledge.
Here you can find all available cruises from Oban including UK Coastal Staycation Cruises this summer.
There are many castles to explore in the area – with Dunoille Castle being the oldest, having originated in the 13th century. Dunstaffnage, Carnassiere, and Kilchurn Castles are also favourites among tourists, as is McCaig’s Tower. While there is a steep climb up to the tower, the views from the top are breath-taking – encapsulating Oban Bay and the Atlantic Islands.
If history is not your bag however, Oban does offer plenty of other things to see and do. Why not learn about the process of making whisky in the Oban Distillery, discover the fascinating creatures at the Scottish Sealife Sanctuary, or take a stroll through the beautiful Arduaine Garden or Fearnoch Forest.
After exploring the area, satisfy your appetite at one of the many eateries to be found. Try fish dishes as fresh as you will find anywhere at the seafood restaurants near the harbour, or choose from other pubs and gourmet options. Whether you have a few hours or a few days in Oban, you will most likely end up wanting to plan a return visit.
