There is plenty to see, with lots of photo opportunities on this small Isle. Why not explore the island with a local such as, Explore Lismore a small tour operator which offers bespoke, private-hire tours & picnics by Land Rover, highlighting the island's spectacular scenery & wildlife, and rich heritage, delicious local foods and close-knit community. It’s only ten miles long, so easily explored by bike or on foot. Lismore is another nearby island that’s well worth the short ferry journey, with wildlife, fascinating historical sites and glorious views. Light Refreshments on Kerrera, Credit: Robin McKelvie Isle of Lismore Kerrera Tea garden, and waypoint bar and grill, is a great spot for some light refreshments after a long walk or cycle around the island.
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Don’t miss the opportunity to be free with nature to explore the small isle and the ruined Gylen Castle, a small tower house built in 1582. Just 7 km long and around 2 km wide, the island is a walkers’ and cyclists’ paradise, with quiet roads and stunning scenery. The ferry journey from Oban to Kerrera takes just a few minutes. Here are five of the best Isles to explore!ĬalMac Ferries Leaving Oban, Credit: CalMac Ferries Isle of Kerreraīeautiful Kerrera is Oban’s closest island neighbour and can be seen from most parts of the town. There are plenty of wonderful Scottish islands that are within day-trip distance of Oban. But you don’t need to head out to far-flung places to enjoy an island adventure from Oban. Head north to visit two picturesque peninsulas – Benderloch and Appin – and see Castle Stalker, one of Argyll’s most romantic castles.ĬalMac, Scotland’s largest ferry operator, provides an extensive service from Oban to the Inner and Outer Hebrides, and lots of other companies offer boat trips from the town. Known as ‘Scotland’s Seafood Capital’, it’s the place to sample the freshest seafood. Oban itself is a fantastic place to spend a few days, with plenty of shops, bars and cafés. Look out over Oban Bay from The View and you’ll see ferries to the Scottish Islands, coming and going at all times of the day and night.
The busy port town of Oban is known as ‘The Gateway to the Isles’.
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