Things to do in Cowal

Activities, attractions and tours

Fairy Glen Isle of Skye, Scotland
Fairy Glen Isle of Skye, Scotland
Hell's Glen is a glen on the Cowal Peninsula, in Argyll, Scotland. The glen is within the Argyll Forest Park that is itself within the Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
Panoramic view from the top of Ben Arthur, a.k.a. The Cobbler, during my last adventure in Scotland. This is a fairly easy walk (11 miles, 4-6 hours) in the southern Highlands near Loch Lomond. A good warm-up before a failed attempt at Ben Nevis the following day. Pictures to come later.
Loch Eck, just north of Dunoon.

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Lovely spot but don’t expect a regular bus service and if you walk it’s further than you think

Carrick Castle

After visiting Carrick Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Carrick Castle. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

Carrick Castle
Lovely spot but don’t expect a regular bus service and if you walk it’s further than you think

Loch Goil

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Loch Goil during your travels in Cairndow. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Loch Goil
Benmore botanical gardens with the rain moving in. Really nice place for a day out. Lots to see and do and some nice viewpoints like this.

Benmore Botanic Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Benmore Botanic Garden, a lovely green space in Benmore. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Benmore Botanic Garden

Dunans Castle

Learn about the local history of Colintraive when you spend time at Dunans Castle. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Dunans Castle

Puck's Glenn

You can take time to visit Puck's Glenn during your travels to Dunoon. While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.

Puck's Glenn

Dunoon Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Dunoon with a trip to Dunoon Ferry Terminal. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

Dunoon Ferry Terminal

The Queens Hall

You can get tickets for a performance at The Queens Hall during your trip to Dunoon. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

The Queens Hall

Castle House Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Castle House Museum in Dunoon. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

Castle House Museum

Holy Loch Marina

Explore the waterfront in Dunoon with a trip to Holy Loch Marina. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

Holy Loch Marina