Maeve’s guidebook to Oban
Sightseeing
Starting from behind the distillery, climb the steep stairs (Jacobs Ladder) and follow the signs to McCaigs Tower, Oban's iconic landmark. Enjoy the gardens then just bathe in the view!
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Torri ta 'McCaig
Duncraggan RoadStarting from behind the distillery, climb the steep stairs (Jacobs Ladder) and follow the signs to McCaigs Tower, Oban's iconic landmark. Enjoy the gardens then just bathe in the view!
Now here's a short climb that really is worth it, breathtaking 360o views of Linne of Lorn, Connel Bridge, Sound of Mull, Sound of Kerrera, Dunollie Castle and Oban Bay. One of my favourite spots.
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Battleship Hill
Now here's a short climb that really is worth it, breathtaking 360o views of Linne of Lorn, Connel Bridge, Sound of Mull, Sound of Kerrera, Dunollie Castle and Oban Bay. One of my favourite spots.
Oban's own sandy beach, fabulous views, to Mull, Lismore and Ardnamurchan. Follow the cycle track to Dunbeg and find your way back over the hills.
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Ganavan Sands
Oban's own sandy beach, fabulous views, to Mull, Lismore and Ardnamurchan. Follow the cycle track to Dunbeg and find your way back over the hills.
Dunollie Wood
The place for forest bathing.
The 1754 House is very well done. Clothing and artifacts making it easy to imagine life there in those days.
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Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds
The 1754 House is very well done. Clothing and artifacts making it easy to imagine life there in those days.
The other stunning view point of Oban, watch the ferries glide though their daily dance and the bustle of Oban life on the water.
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Pulpit Hill
Pulpit HillThe other stunning view point of Oban, watch the ferries glide though their daily dance and the bustle of Oban life on the water.
Highly recommended. Take a walk around the headland too. Fabulous views but wear sturdy shoes!
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Il-Kastell u l-Kappella ta 'Dunstaffnage
Castle GroundsHighly recommended. Take a walk around the headland too. Fabulous views but wear sturdy shoes!
Enjoy island life with a day trip to Kerrera. The ferry ride from Gallanach just takes a few minutes, there are a variety of routes round the island on rough tracks (sturdy footwear recommended) and stunning views of Mull, the sound of Kerrera seascape, Gylen Castle and an amazing tea-room!
Kerrera
Enjoy island life with a day trip to Kerrera. The ferry ride from Gallanach just takes a few minutes, there are a variety of routes round the island on rough tracks (sturdy footwear recommended) and stunning views of Mull, the sound of Kerrera seascape, Gylen Castle and an amazing tea-room!
Food scene
Soroba House
Soroba RoadFresh seafood, right on the pier.
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Oban Seafood Hut.. (Green Shack)
Fresh seafood, right on the pier.
Lovely dishes on the sit in menu, depending on availability, not just the fab take away fish and chips!
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The Oban Fish And Chip Shop
116 George StLovely dishes on the sit in menu, depending on availability, not just the fab take away fish and chips!
Exciting new menu at The Barn 👍 in a lovely setting.
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The Barn Bar
Exciting new menu at The Barn 👍 in a lovely setting.
Try Cuan Mor for a nice meal in a friendly environment, some seating outside.
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Cuan Mor
60 George StTry Cuan Mor for a nice meal in a friendly environment, some seating outside.
Food Scene
For that extra special meal, I think Coast is the best restaurant in town.
Coast Restaurant
104 George St