Castle Stalker in Loch Laich
Argyll is where it all began. This is the cradle of the royal seat of Dál Riata. Here, on the rugged western edge of the Highlands, Scotland was born. The region is home to 23 inhabited islands with tranquil beaches and specific island cultures. The mainland mountain ranges will inspire a sense of awe and the Nature Reserves are the best places to see wildlife, including golden eagles, red deer, otters, seals, puffins and more.
White sandy beaches, romantic castles, delicious whiskies and many more fascinating experiences await you across the region. For a fascinating time in the Highlands: Go Argyll!
Site rating:
Although the featured attractions, sites and landmarks are always chosen by me, I have made a serious effort to differentiate 4 levels:
- (***) This is, for whatever reason, a very personal favourite! Will definitely be on my itinerary! Could possibly be disappointing for someone else though.
- (**) A major must-see tourist attraction that you can find in many a brochure.
- (*) Worth seeing and possibly interesting if you happen to be in the vicinity.
- (-) A hefty dollop of imagination is a must, but it might be interesting if you know the background.
My very personal selection:
Location: Salen / Plus code: G2MM+8C Aros Castle, Isle of Mull
Location: Auchindrain / Plus code: 5RHF+QC Inveraray
Location: Kilninver / Plus code: 8FVQ+VV4 Kilninver, Oban
Location: Craignure / Plus code: F84V+FW3 Craignure, Isle of Mull
Location: Bridgend / Plus code: 3GPC+CJ Lochgilphead
Location: Dunbeg / Plus code: FH37+R3P Dunbeg, Oban
- Fingal's Cave ***
Location: Staffa Island / Plus code: CMJ5+GC Gometra House, Isle of Mull
Location: Glasdrum / Plus code: HP5W+8F Appin
Location: Balliemore / Plus code: 9CHV+Q8 Upper Gylen, Oban
Location: Baile Mor / Plus code: 8JP5+29 Isle of Iona
Location: Dalmally / Plus code: CX3F+F4 Dalmally
- Kilmartin Glen ***
Location: Kilmartin / Plus code: 4GP7+432 Lochgilphead
Location: Lochgoilhead / Plus code: 69QJ+2F Alexandria
Location: Baluachraig / Plus code: 3FJR+8X Lochgilphead
- Puck's Glen ***
Location: Rasfield / Plus code: 226G+V6 Dunoon
Location: Bragleenbeg / Plus code: 8J4X+F7R Taynuilt
Location: Baile Mor / Plus code: 8JM4+QV Isle of Iona
Location: Dalmally / Plus code: 9WWW+49 Dalmally
Location: Tayvallich / Plus code: 2927+R6 Lochgilphead
And than there are.......
Location: Bonawe / Plus code: FP74+22 Taynuilt
Location: Millhouse / Plus code: VPM8+H5 Tighnabruaich
Location: Ledaig / Plus code: GH6X+68 Oban
Location: Tobermory / Plus code: JVWR+G39 Tobermory, Isle of Mull
Location: Lochgoilhead / Plus code: 435V+HQG Cairndow
Location: Clachan / Plus code: GGP5+P5 Clachan, Oban
Location: Portnacroish / Plus code: HJC7+JH Appin
Location: Dunrostan / Plus code: W8XM+6XF Lochgilphead
Location: Torran / Plus code: 5HQM+64C Lochgilphead
Location: Oban / Plus code: CGG8+MX Oban
Location: Kilmartin / Plus code: 4F22+P7 Lochgilphead
Location: Lagavulin / Plus code: JVMG+8RC Isle of Islay
Location: Ford / Plus code: 5JP6+4R6 Lochgilphead
Location: Ardchonnell / Plus code: 7P4J+JVC Dalmally
Location: Inveraray / Plus code: 6WPG+XH9 Inveraray
Location: Inverarary / Plus code: 6WHH+W3 Inveraray
Location: Kilmartin / Plus code: 4GM7+98 Lochgilphead
Location: Lochbuie / Plus code: 943R+W8 Lochbuie, Mull, Isle of Mull
Location: Barnacarry / Plus code: 4Q5R+96 Barnacarry, Cairndow
Location: Bridge of Awe / Plus code: 9VWG+GQG Dalmally
Location: Pennygown / Plus code: G493+X8 Pennygown, Isle of Mull
Location: Tarbert / Plus code: VH7R+PG Tarbert, Argyll and Bute
Location: Skipness / Plus code: QM97+6H9 Tarbert
Location: Toward / Plus code: VX8R+QJV Dunoon
Location: Aoradh / Plus code: RJCW+R22 Isle of Islay