Museums & archives

Argyll is home to brilliant museums where you’ll discover the rich and fascinating history of Argyll.

You may also wish to explore the historic development and local people of Argyll & the Isles.

Research your family history in local libraries at Dunoon, Tarbert, Campbeltown, Lochgilphead and Oban.

Local archives and genealogical resources can also be found throughout the area.

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Auchindrain Historic Township

Sheltered in the hills of Mid Argyll lies a hidden gem, a sole survivor of a kind of rural settlement where people lived and worked the land together. Up unt...

Auchindrain Historic Township
Auchindrain
Inveraray
PA32 WD

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Historic Kilmun

At Historic Kilmun we have some unique experiences we want to share with you. Historic Kilmun, a former church, with the Argyll Mausoleum at its side overloo...

Historic Kilmun
Kilmun
Dunoon, Argyll
PA23 8SD

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Kilchattan Bay Kayaking

Kilchattan Bay Kayaking is located on the south-east tip of the scenic Isle of Bute, within easy access from Glasgow by public transport.

Kayaks and SUPs ar...

The Pier
KILCHATTAN BAY
PA20 9NW

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Dunollie Museum, Castle & Grounds

Dunollie Museum Castle and Grounds is a heritage site international significance situated just 1 mile north of Oban. It is now run by a small independent cha...

Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds
Ganavan Road, Oban.
PA34 5TT

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Campbeltown Museum

Campbeltown Museum tells the story of Kintyre through its collection of archaeology, fine art, natural sciences, and social history. Highlights include a Bro...

Shore Street, Campbeltown, Argyll
PA28 6BS

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Loch Lomond Faerie Trail

Welcome to the wonderful world of faeries and trolls

An enormous, award winning woodland full of family adventure. You’ll find Faeries, Trolls, Unicorns, sli...

Loch Lomond Faerie Trail
Luss South Car Park
Luss,
G83 8NX

Tel: 01436 860 820

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Soulfull Living Academy

At the Soulfull Living Academy I support those who feel disconnected from their soul-self to create a life they love. Through well-being retreats, training c...

Shore Road,
Innellan,
Argyll
PA23 7SP

Tel: 07525461354

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Castle House Museum

Situated in Castle Gardens, Castle House Museum is at the heart of the history of Dunoon. From our windows there are picturesque views of the Victorian Pier,...

Castle House Museum
Castle Gardens
3 Argyll Street
Dunoon
PA23 7HH

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Pete's Surf School & Hire

Pete’s Surf School
Westport Beach Car Park, Campbeltown
PA28 6QD

Tel: 07909 661857

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Clachan Village Hall

Clachan Village Hall
Clachan, Kintyre
PA29 6XL

Tel: 01880 740573

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Campbeltown Motor Company

Snipefield Industrial Estate
Drumore, Campbeltown
PA28 6SY

Tel: 01586 552030

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Isle of Gigha Pontoons

Isle Of Gigha Moorings And Pontoons
Isle of Gigha

Tel: 01583 427300

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Karen Beauchamp Studio

Karen Beuchamp Studio
Glenreasdale House, Whitehouse, Tarbert
PA29 6XR

Tel: 01880 730287

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Coastal Design

Coastal Design Gallery
10 Hall Street , Campbeltown , Argyll
PA28 6BU

Tel: 01586 550334

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Kayak Majik

Kayak Majik
West Loch Shores, Tarbert
PA29 6YF

Tel: 07891 861393

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Tarbert Harbour Authority

Tarbert Harbour Authority
Garval Road, , Tarbert
PA29 6TR

Tel: 01880 820 344

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