A day out in Oban

We’ve complied a list of ways to fill your weekend in Oban …

McCaig’s Tower

McCaig’s Tower is a famous structure that opened in 1902, sitting proudly atop Battery Hill and watching over Oban town. Inspired by the Colosseum in Rome, the full construction was never completed due to the death of the famous Banker, John Stuart McCraig, who commissioned the work. The tower is a magnificent place to watch the sunset and offers visitors inspiring views across to the islands of Kerrera, Lismore and Mull in the distance.

Oban Chocolate

A little shop with a great reputation! This popular visitor attraction promises cakes, hot drinks (you MUST try their hot chocolate) and tasty treats, all handmade in their little factory in Oban. It’s a lovely wee place to stop on a blustery day, or to catch a little sugar hit after a morning of exploring. Visit their website for more details.

Dunollie Museum, Castle, and Grounds

Travel back in time and immerse yourself in the History of Clan MacDougall. Explore our enchanting woodland grounds,visit our 1745 Museum House with its social history collection and stunning 'Women of Dunollie' textile collection.Walk up to the Castle Ruins and be stunned by the view stretching far and wide accross Oban bay and the Isles.

Oban Distillery

Overlooking Oban town harbour, the local whisky distillery offers informative tours and tasting, led by charismatic Ambassadors. One of Scotland’s oldest distilleries, it’s also in the top 20 worldwide for single malt sales and should not be missed, regardless of whether you’re a whisky enthusiast or whisky newbie.

Ganavan Sands beach

Take a 2-mile walk up the coast to Ganavan Sands for beautiful views across the North-West coast. The pretty white beach are a peaceful place for dog walkers and the stroll can be combined with a trip to the aforementioned Dunollie Castle. Take your nets and buckets for rock pool investigations!

Kerrera

Jump on one of the early morning ferries to Kerrera to ensure there’s ample time to explore this small island just of Oban’s coast. The boat trip across is only 5 minutes long, and visitors can go by foot or bike. Once there, follow the South trail to Gylen Castle ruins and be sure to stop off at Kerrera Tea Garden (the only café on the island) for lunch.