The top stops along the way from Glasgow to Oban (with short detours) are Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Riverside Museum, and Jacobite Steam Train Photopoint. Other popular stops include Buchanan St, SEA LIFE Loch Lomond Aquarium, and The Falls Of Dochart Inn.
Is Oban worth visiting?
Tourists and Scots alike often make a trip to Oban before continuing on to the Scottish Highlands. The town itself is quite picturesque, there are many fun things to do in Oban, and you can also visit some of the surrounding islands quite easily from here.
What is there to see between Oban and Edinburgh?
The top stops along the way from Oban to Edinburgh (with short detours) are Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Stirling Castle, and Edinburgh Zoo. Other popular stops include Riverside Museum, Jacobite Steam Train Photopoint, and The Falkirk Wheel.
Why do people go to Oban?
Split into North and South, Oban makes a brilliant touring base. Outwith the town you could spend days exploring castles, gardens, villages, beaches, forests, and fun and unusual attractions, from the power station hollowed into a mountain to boat trips where you can spot basking sharks and a host of other sea life.
How long is the train journey from Glasgow to Oban?
3 hours
The trip from Glasgow to Oban is one of finest in Scotland. With an average journey time of just over 3 hours it is part of the world famous West Highland Line which also heads off to Mallaig via Glencoe and Fort William.
Is Oban or Fort William nicer?
Oban has a fine and breezy coastal setting but Fort William is nearer more rugged scenery. Helpful facts for itinerary planning for you to make your own choice – but we tend towards Oban. In planning a tour of the West Highland seaboard of Scotland, most visitors are faced with the Oban or Fort William question.
Can you do a day trip to Mull from Oban?
For many visitors to Oban, a trip to the Isle of Mull is a holiday highlight, and the 45 minute ferry makes it an ideal choice for a day trip. Mull attracts visitors throughout the year, with its stunning scenery, fascinating history and wonderful wildlife.
Is Glasgow to Oban train scenic?
West Highland Line: Glasgow to Oban or Fort William and Mallaig. Considered by many to be the most scenic rail journey in the world, the West Highland Line leaves Glasgow behind and delves deep into the wild west coast.
Can you see the Northern Lights from Oban Scotland?
Oban. Along with Skye, this is one of the best places to spot the Northern Lights on the west coast but it’s best to stay from the main town and head out to the nearby hills or countryside.
What is the most scenic part of Scotland?
20 Most Beautiful Places In Scotland
- 01 Dunnottar Castle, Aberdeenshire.
- 02 Bow Fiddle Rock, Moray.
- 03 Isle of Iona.
- 04 Traigh Hornais Clachan Sands, North Uist.
- 05 Bealach Na Ba, Wester Ross.
- 06 Loch Ken, Galloway Forest Park.
- 07 Glenfinnan, Fort William.
- 08 Eoligarry Beach, Isle of Barra.
Is Oban worth staying in?
Even though it is not exactly off the beaten track, Oban is a little out of the way for many Scotland visitors. However, the pretty seaside town is well worth the slight detour from the main tourist route between Glasgow and the Central Highlands!
Are midges a problem in Oban?
I have lived in Oban for 10 years with my family and we have never seen or been bitten by ‘midges’. If you are in the town or by the coast then it really is no difference from being anywhere else in Britain.
Can you go from Oban to Iona?
The most direct route for Iona is via the Oban to Craignure Ferry (see above). It is then a 1 hour drive from Craignure to Fionnphort. There is also a bus service which connects with the ferry at Craignure. The bus journey from Craignure takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Is the Jacobite Express worth it?
The Jacobite train ride is actually regarded as one of the most beautiful train rides in the world, and I can confirm it’s pretty darn spectacular. It’s one of the last steam trains in the UK and it offers a unique experience on a trip to Scotland.
Do you need a car in Oban?
Edinburgh is an easy drive via the A85 and Oban can also be reached by train and coach from Glasgow, Edinburgh and Inverness. While you’re in the town your best option for getting around is to either use a car or the local bus service.
Is Oban near Loch Ness?
The distance between Oban and Loch Ness is 73 miles. The road distance is 91.5 miles.
Which is nicer Mull or Skye?
So Skye has some quite spectacular and unusual landscapes to offer. Mull, on the other hand, has a softer, less forbidding landscape. The east coast of Mull has areas of pleasant woodlands and sheltered inlets. The west coast is more rugged with cliffs and moorland.
Does Oban have a beach?
Ganavan Sands is located north of Oban in Argyll & The Isles. This picturesque sandy beach boasts easy access, ample parking and great views out to Mull, Lismore and Morven. The beach lies adjacent to a super coastal walk.
Is Fort William worth seeing?
The Highlands have plenty to choose from, but there are a couple of gems around Glencoe and Fort William which are well worth visiting.
Is Mull worth staying?
Staying on Mull
As the second largest island in the Inner Hebrides, the Isle of Mull is definitely worth a visit. Whether you use Mull as your starting point or stop off during your trip, our newly renovated Isle of Mull Hotel & Spa is the perfect base for your visit.
Is Fingal’s Cave worth it?
Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information. Fingal’s Cave is a stunning geological wonder and well worth a visit.