Oban, Argyll
Oban
Nestled on the west coast and surrounded by miles of dramatic shores and beautiful countryside, the seaside town of Oban is a great place for a holiday. Often called the 'Gateway to the Isles', many people travel to Oban as part of a west coast adventure.
Things to do in Oban
Explore this cool seaside town and discover the history. Then head off for a day trip to a nearby island.
Walking in Oban
Get your bearings around Oban with these fantastic walking trails.
Oban - Gateway to The Isles
Experience island life, travelling from Oban into west coast waters.
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An island hopping holiday on the west coast
Discover what it means to island hop across the western islands of Scotland.
Activities in Oban
Jump into the heart of the action with Oban's range of exciting indoor and outdoor attractions.
Inspiration for Oban Breaks
Find the right accommodation to suit your needs in Oban.
Oban Youth Hostel
© SYHA / Aildh Beaton
Places to stay
Oban offers a great range of accommodation, from cosy B&B's and guesthouses to welcoming hotels, hostels and central self-catering apartments.
Unique experiences
Get to know Oban at these hidden gem experiences.
Book a sailing trip with Provident Sailing
All aboard this beautiful ship for a sailing holiday in Oban.
See marine wildlife up close
See some of Scotland's best maritime life up close.
Enjoy a scenic flight with Hebridean Air Services
Take to the skies and enjoy a bird's-eye view of the Hebrides.
Basking Shark Scotland night snorkelling
Join marine biologist guides and instructors to discover this truly unique experience.
What's on in Oban
Fireworks over Oban
© Oban and Lorn Tourism Alliance / Sheila McIntyre
Events
From delicious food & drink shared with new friends, to toe-tapping, dancing and singing along to great local music - you'll find a great variety of events around Oban.
Places to eat in Oban
Find ideas on where to try Scottish food & drink in Oban.
Ee-Usk Seafood Restaurant
© VisitScotland / Kenny Lam
Food & Drink
There's a great selection of places to eat in Oban.
A tip from your local expert
The Caledonian MacBrayne Ferry
© VisitScotland / Paul Tomkins
Tours, routes and trails
Check out our ideas for short breaks in Oban with things to see & do, places to stay and food & drink suggestions.
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