Campbeltown and Kintyre
Scotland's Adventure CoastCampbeltown, situated on the beautiful peninsula of Kintyre, is one of the largest towns in Argyll.
Kintyre is also a great base from which to enjoy walking such as the long-distance Kintyre Way, visit ruined castles, catch some waves on Westport beach and feast on seafood.
To truly discover all that Kintyre & Gigha has to offer, check out the new Kintyre 66 route.
It is also possible to explore some of Argyll’s islands. Why not take a trip to Gigha. Sitting three miles west of Kintyre, Gigha is an enchanting small island. It’s the most southerly of the Hebridean islands, famed for its white sandy bays, it also offers great walking and cycling spots.
Remote and stunningly beautiful, with a great deal to offer
With its pristine natural setting, unique coastal character and rich history, you ‘ll never run out of things to do in Campbeltown and Kintyre
Explore Campbeltown & Kintyre
What are you looking for?
The Glen Bar and Restaurant
The Glen Bar and Restaurant
Carradale , Kintyre
PA28 6QG
Tel: 01583 431105
Argyll Hotel, Bellochantuy
Argyll Hotel, Bellochantuy
Campbeltown, Argyll, Scotland
PA28 6QE
Tel: 01583 421212
Isle of Bute Cheeses
Cheesemaking
North Park Cottage
Glenburn Road, Ardrishaig
Ardrishaig
PA30 8EU
Visit Campbeltown & Kintyre
Scotland's Adventure CoastUnhurried, unspoiled and unforgettable. Explore Campbeltown and Kintyre to experience a place like no other.
Once proclaimed the whisky capital of the world, Campbeltown is the main town on the peninsula. There are now three distilleries for the whisky enthusiast to savour, a museum, heritage centre, swimming pool and cinema, so there’s something for all the family.
The beautiful Kintyre peninsula is studded with small villages, pre-historic and Celtic archaeology, abundant wildlife and remarkable beaches.
This beautiful peninsula retains natural beauty, and is packed with great things to see and do, from whisky distilleries to world-class golf courses at Machrihanish.
Walk the Kintyre Way or the new Kintyre 66 route, visit ruined castles, catch some waves at Westport beach or feast on fresh seafood.
Kintyre is also a great base from which to explore some of Argyll’s islands. Sitting three miles west of Kintyre, Gigha is an enchanting small island.
TARBERT
The fishing heritage is of utmost importance to the personality and character of the village
ISLE OF GIGHA
Small in size with sandy beaches and clear turquoise seas and many archaeological and historic sites to be discovered.
KNAPDALE
Knapdale is a place sculpted by the great forces of nature and it’s here that beavers have been reintroduced into Scotland.
KILMARTIN GLEN
Considered to have one of the most important concentrations of Neolithic and Bronze Age remains in Scotland.
Surf’s up! Why Kintyre is top for watersports
Kintyre offers some of Scotland’s best watersports activities. Discover awesome surfing, incredible kayaking, paddle boarding and more in stunning surroundings.
Six Kintyre castles and abbeys you can’t miss!
Travel through epic landscapes as you follow this Kintyre's castle trail, from Tarbert Castle in the north to Dunaverty Castle is in the south of Kintyre.
Campbeltown & Kintyre on YouTube
Immerse yourself in all things Campbeltown & Kintyre watching our dedicated YouTube playlist for food and drink, activities and so much more!
Planning your journey
The main way to travel to and from Kintyre is by car or by bus
via the A82 and then the A83 - with a short ferry trip to Gigha from Tayinloan on the Kintyre peninsula.
Or if you are travelling from Southern Scotland, why not sail from Ayrshire to Campbeltown using the CalMac ferry link?
This connects with the Glasgow train service. Or cross by ferry via Arran or Cowal to Kintyre – allowing you to explore much more of the west coast.
