Here's a few suggestions for things to see and do in Oban, Mull & Lorn:
Golf
Tee off at the variety of courses throughout the area
and the islands, including the 9-hole course across the
Bridge over the Atlantic, on the Isle of Seil.
Arts
There is a range of entertainment venues throughout the
area, including the world’s smallest professional
theatre at Dervaig, Mull.
Sailing
Moorings and marinas are dotted around the coastlines
providing a sheltered haven for yachts sailing around
the island-speckled triangle of Loch Linnhe, the Firth
of Lorn and the Sound of Mull.
Wildlife
Choose from a sealife cruise around the islands for seal,
seabird or even whale and dolphin spotting, or a wildlife
safari on Mull to spot Golden and Sea Eagles. Your mode
of transport varies from high-speed inflatables to landrovers.
Rainy Day?
Busy yourself with indoor diversions such as swimming,
at the superb Atlantis Leisure Centre or ten-pin bowling
at Pro-bowl, both situated in Oban.
Oban, Mull & Lorn View
towards Easdale, Seil
ARDFERN
(pop. 200)
Busy marina on Loch Craignish, set amidst fantastic scenery
filled with numerous walks and outdoor pursuits.
BENDERLOCH
(pop. 200)
A tiny community, home to 16th Century Barcaldine Castle with
its associations with the Massacre of Glencoe. The village
is surrounded by numerous beautiful beaches.
BUNESSAN, MULL
(pop. 150)
Set in the crofting area of the Isle of Mull on the shores
of Loch Na Lathaich, this small village is ideal for exploring
the surrounded crofting hamlets.
ISLE OF COLL
(pop. 150)
Situated North-West of Oban, Coll is known to have been inhabited
by Vikings some 1200 years ago. It is renowned for its magnificent
unspoilt beaches.
Isle of Coll
CONNEL (pop.
500)
A small community at the mouth of Loch Etive famed for the fantastic
Falls of Lora.
CRAIGNURE, MULL
(pop. 200)
A busy little village with a welcoming atmosphere and Mull's main
port. It is guarded by both Duart and Torosay Castles.
CRAOBH HAVEN
(pop. 80)
Small colourful village centred around a man made marina on the sea with views to the Isles of Shuna, Luing and Scarba.
DALMALLY
(pop. 300)
Small village situated at the end of Glen Orchy in an area full
of interesting and historic sites including beautiful Kilchurn Castle
on Loch Aweside.
DERVAIG, MULL
(pop. 150)
A small village with magnificent views, some as far as the Isle
of Coll, it is famed for its "Little Theatre", the world's
smallest.
EASDALE
(pop. 50)
Situated on the tiny Isle of Seil, reached by a small bridge
designed by Telford, Easdale is an attractive village of white
cottages clustered around a harbour.
FIONNPHORT, MULL
(pop. 80)
Picturesque tiny port for the Mull-Iona ferry with white sands,
pink granite and translucent waters.
ISLE OF IONA
(pop. 80)
Recognised by many as the cradle of Christianity in Scotland,
Iona nestles serenely on the South-West tip of Mull. A total
of 48 Scottish kings are reputedly buried in the grounds of
the tranquil abbey.
KILMELFORD (pop. 150)
Small, popular holiday village with good watersports facilities
and notable gardens.
Iona
KILNINVER
(pop. 50)
Scattered community at the mouth of Loch Feochan with stunning views
across the Firth of Lorn towards the Inner Hebrides and the small
isles.
NORTH CONNEL
(pop. 300)
A small, peaceful hamlet on the shores of Loch Etive, home to 13th
Century Ardchattan Priory and Gardens.
OBAN
(pop. 8,000)
The "Gateway to the Isles", this picturesque port with
its thriving commercial centre offers an ideal opportunity for shopping.
Numerous attractions provide entertainment for the visitor.
PENNYGHAEL, MULL
(pop. 50)
Tiny community on Loch Scridain, a sealoch, the village was once
home to the famous "Mull Doctors", French experts in herbal
medicine.
PORT APPIN
(pop. 100)
Picturesque ferry port for Isle of Lismore close to historic Castle
Stalker with views of Loch Linnhe and the Morvern Hills.
SALEN, MULL (pop.
300)
Small village at the centre of the island's road system, founded
in 1800 on the coast of Mull.
Tobermory
SCARINISH,
TIREE (pop. 800)
Tiny capital and ferry port of sunny Tiree, situated on the
Southerly edge of Gott Bay. This untamed island is a mecca
for windsurfers.
TAYNUILT (pop.
800)
A lovely village on the shores of Loch Etive offering the
opportunity to cruise the Loch or visit the iron furnace or
smoke house.
TOBERMORY, MULL (pop.
900)
Capital town of Mull and a friendly, bustling port, best known for
the multi-coloured buildings which crowd the seafront.
The sweeping mountains of Lorn create the perfect backdrop
to the picturesque and bustling fishing port of Oban, unofficial capital
of the West Highlands and gateway to the Western Isles.
Area Overview
