Oban (Scotland)

Oban is a resort port town in Argyll and Bute (northern / Highlands Scotland). By population (around 9,000) it is the largest town between Helensburgh and Fort William. During summer (tourist season), the population increases up to 25,000. The town is in Lorne (Firth of Lorn, fjord-like estuary), on a horseshoe shaped bay protected by Kerrera Island and further by Isle of Mull. To the north is Lismore Island and Morvern and Ardgour mountains.

Tucked into a bay at Argyll Peninsula's top (Scotland's central-west coast), Oban is a centre for Gaelic culture and history, as well as major ferry port connecting mainland Scotland with the islands. Upon approaching the town tourists see McCaig's Tower (replica of the Colosseum of Rome) built by a local banker in 1900.

Best known tourist attractions around Oban are the dramatic coastal scenery, castles, ancient religious sites. The ruins of Dunadd Castle can be seen in mist-shrouded Kilmartin Glen, one of the most beautiful sea lakes in Scotland, where a weathered rock marks the site where Scottish kings were crowned until 11th century. Nearby, stone circles witness to a civilization that dates back 5000 years. Loch Fyne is where the Duke of Argyll makes his home at Inverary Castle. The 19th century castle was admired by Walter Scott as a fine example of Scottish baronial style.

Oban tours, shore excursions, hotels

City Tours and Shore Excursions

Ardmaddy Castle Garden