Ann's Guidebook

Ann
Ann's Guidebook

Neighbourhoods

Inveraray plus our neighbouring towns and villages.
This historic town is the home to the Duke of Argyll and his family. Visit the Inveraray Jail, Castle, Bell Tower, or climb to the top of the hill overlooking the town, Dun na Cuaiche.
61 locals recommend
Inveraray
61 locals recommend
This historic town is the home to the Duke of Argyll and his family. Visit the Inveraray Jail, Castle, Bell Tower, or climb to the top of the hill overlooking the town, Dun na Cuaiche.
Oban
Oban is often referred to as the seafood capital of Scotland and with the famous Oban Whiskey Distillery right at the heart of the town. Oban has earned its reputation as a holiday resort town because of its spectacular views of the port.
124 locals recommend
Oban
124 locals recommend
Oban is often referred to as the seafood capital of Scotland and with the famous Oban Whiskey Distillery right at the heart of the town. Oban has earned its reputation as a holiday resort town because of its spectacular views of the port.
Fyne Ales is a Scottish craft brewery dedicated to brewing outstanding beer with passion and integrity. Since 2001, Fyne Ales has brewed outstanding real ales and craft beers in the beautiful surroundings of a glen at the head of Loch Fyne. Loch Fyne Oyster Bar also located at the head of Loch Fyne features a restaurant and deli. The Tree Shop Garden Centre and cafe located next to the Loch Fyne Oyster Bar. Ardkinglas Woodland Garden is well worth a visit and youngsters will enjoy the Gruffalo Trail. The gardens are located in the village of Cairndow.
Cairndow
Fyne Ales is a Scottish craft brewery dedicated to brewing outstanding beer with passion and integrity. Since 2001, Fyne Ales has brewed outstanding real ales and craft beers in the beautiful surroundings of a glen at the head of Loch Fyne. Loch Fyne Oyster Bar also located at the head of Loch Fyne features a restaurant and deli. The Tree Shop Garden Centre and cafe located next to the Loch Fyne Oyster Bar. Ardkinglas Woodland Garden is well worth a visit and youngsters will enjoy the Gruffalo Trail. The gardens are located in the village of Cairndow.
Fishing town, coffee shops, Tarbert Castle, catch the ferry to Portavadie or travel a few miles beyond Tarbert to Skipness and catch the ferry to Arran.
22 locals recommend
Tarbert
22 locals recommend
Fishing town, coffee shops, Tarbert Castle, catch the ferry to Portavadie or travel a few miles beyond Tarbert to Skipness and catch the ferry to Arran.
Where the Crinan canal meets the Atlantic
12 locals recommend
Crinan
12 locals recommend
Where the Crinan canal meets the Atlantic
The Inverawe restaurant, with its spectacular panoramic view over Glen Lonan and the river, just has to be the best place to try out some fabulous traditional Scottish food, from our own range of smoked goodies to a selection of fine traditional home baking. It is a superb place to test the old saying - "the proof of the pudding is in the eating". It is all delicious. Our Inverawe gourmet farm shop has a complete range of Inverawe smoked foods along with the very best of other gourmet Scottish foods. In addition to the fine foods there is an extensive array of cookery books, kitchen gadgets and home smokers that will give hours of pleasure. The children's section of wooden toys and puzzles will keep them busy for hours. All walks, nature trails, picnic areas, wildlife sanctuary are FREE. Inverawe Visitor Centre is a delightful place to get away from it all! Completely unspoilt, with an abundance of both flora and birds you can just walk a nature trail through woodlands and parkland. Enjoy walking down on the river's edge, or walk down to Loch Etive and enjoy all the seabirds.
Inverawe
The Inverawe restaurant, with its spectacular panoramic view over Glen Lonan and the river, just has to be the best place to try out some fabulous traditional Scottish food, from our own range of smoked goodies to a selection of fine traditional home baking. It is a superb place to test the old saying - "the proof of the pudding is in the eating". It is all delicious. Our Inverawe gourmet farm shop has a complete range of Inverawe smoked foods along with the very best of other gourmet Scottish foods. In addition to the fine foods there is an extensive array of cookery books, kitchen gadgets and home smokers that will give hours of pleasure. The children's section of wooden toys and puzzles will keep them busy for hours. All walks, nature trails, picnic areas, wildlife sanctuary are FREE. Inverawe Visitor Centre is a delightful place to get away from it all! Completely unspoilt, with an abundance of both flora and birds you can just walk a nature trail through woodlands and parkland. Enjoy walking down on the river's edge, or walk down to Loch Etive and enjoy all the seabirds.

Museum

Turn back time in this museum
61 locals recommend
Inveraray Jail
61 locals recommend
Turn back time in this museum
The striking outline of All Saints Bell Tower can be seen for miles along Loch Fyne, dominating the town of Inveraray. The tower is currently closed and will reopen for the Summer of 2024. Come and experience this unique attraction. See the magnificent ring of 10 bells Climb the 176 steps to the top Admire the stunning views Informative Exhibition Learn about the art of Change Ringing
Inveraray Bell Tower
The Avenue
The striking outline of All Saints Bell Tower can be seen for miles along Loch Fyne, dominating the town of Inveraray. The tower is currently closed and will reopen for the Summer of 2024. Come and experience this unique attraction. See the magnificent ring of 10 bells Climb the 176 steps to the top Admire the stunning views Informative Exhibition Learn about the art of Change Ringing
10 locals recommend
Auchindrain Township
10 locals recommend
The home of the Duke of Argyll and his family.
95 locals recommend
Inveraray Castle
95 locals recommend
The home of the Duke of Argyll and his family.

Gardens

25 locals recommend
Ardkinglas Woodland Garden
25 locals recommend
21 locals recommend
Crarae Garden Argyll
21 locals recommend
66 locals recommend
Benmore Botanic Garden
4 Uig
66 locals recommend

Food scene

58 locals recommend
Loch Fyne Oysters Ltd
58 locals recommend
Recommend early booking.
7 locals recommend
Samphire
6 Arkland
7 locals recommend
Recommend early booking.
Cottage Restaurant
39 locals recommend
The George Hotel
1 Main St E
39 locals recommend
The Inveraray Inn
Front Street East
10 locals recommend
Brambles of Inveraray
5 Main St W
10 locals recommend
Loch Fyne Hotel & Spa
FYNE Fish and Chip shop
Skippers Bistro

Adventure

See Cladich and the award-winning Highland Cattle of the Cladich Fold with your very own tour guide. A farm tour offers you the opportunity to get close to the Highland Cattle in their Highland home, whilst taking in the stunning scenery. Our knowledgeable and personable farm manager, Stuart, would love to show you around and share his passion for his animals with you. Tours can be arranged for groups of up to 5, in the morning or afternoon, to fit in with your travel plans. Starting at 10am or 2.30 pm, they last about two and a half. Using your search engine, search visitcladich for more information.
Cladich Farm
See Cladich and the award-winning Highland Cattle of the Cladich Fold with your very own tour guide. A farm tour offers you the opportunity to get close to the Highland Cattle in their Highland home, whilst taking in the stunning scenery. Our knowledgeable and personable farm manager, Stuart, would love to show you around and share his passion for his animals with you. Tours can be arranged for groups of up to 5, in the morning or afternoon, to fit in with your travel plans. Starting at 10am or 2.30 pm, they last about two and a half. Using your search engine, search visitcladich for more information.
Argyll Adventure

Sightseeing

Bellanoch Viewpoint