Helensburgh & Clyde Sea Lochs

Scotland's Adventure Coast

Don’t miss the opportunity to visit Helensburgh. The seaside resort is a wonderful place to explore. With elegant, broad, tree-lined avenues, piers, a promenade, shops and eateries galore, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in this refined Scottish town.

There’s also a rich heritage to discover, from the town’s notable residents to its world-class architecture. What’s more, Helensburgh is easy to reach by train from Glasgow, taking just 40 minutes.

So for a great day out, make your way to Helensburgh and discover the town’s fascinating history and heritage.

Check out, Hill House's fabulous architecture, arts and crafts textiles and furniture. There are also some fine gardens to explore near Helensburgh, including Geilston and Glenarn, as well as some wonderful walking to be done along the shores of the Clyde Sea Lochs.

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Victoria Halls

A hub for community events since its opening in 1887, the Victoria Halls still provides an essential service to local people and remains Helensburgh’s first...

Sinclair Street, Helensburgh, Argyll
G84 8TU

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Waverley Excursions

Welcome aboard the famous Paddle Steamer Waverley to enjoy an unforgettable day at sea! Built in 1947, our magnificent steamship cruises the waters of the We...

36 Lancefield Quay,
Glasgow
G3 8HA

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The Tartan Road

We create luxury Scottish holidays tailored exclusively for each client. Specialising in self-drive and chauffeured tours, we plan your route and select and...

Lora Villa, Connel, Oban
PA37 1PD

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Inveraray Private Hire

Based in Inveraray but working all over Argyll. Private hire and taxi service. My vehicle is a 7 passenger vehicle with luggage space. I also work with major...

15 Arkland, Inveraray, Argyll
PA32 8UD

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McKinlay Kidd Ltd

At McKinlay Kidd, we like to get up close and personal with our customers' needs and with this wonderful, magical destination. We're here to make your holida...

McKinlay Kidd
6/1(front) The Hatrack
144 St Vincent St
G2 5LQ

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Helensburgh Leisure Centre

Helensburgh Leisure Centre is situated right on the waterfront of the town. Boasting incredible views for you to appreciate while you workout the facility in...

West Clyde Street, Helensburgh, Argyll
G84 8SQ

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Must Visit Places

CLYDE SEA LOCHS

Enjoy a fascinating journey of discovery around the shores of the Firth of Clyde and its beautiful sea lochs; Gare Loch and Loch Long

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Waverley
KILCREGGAN

Enjoy walks, quiet cycling roads, rocky shores and open sea views and the ferry to Gourock from a historic pier.

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Kilcreggan Pier
CARDROSS

Explore the charming village and its castle ruins, dating back to 1329, where King Robert the Bruce is believed to have died. 

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Geilston Wildlife
TARBET & ARROCHAR

The villages of Tarbet and Arrochar are within the Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, at the gateway to the Argyll Forest Park, and at the foot of the Arrochar Alps.

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Getting here

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Planning your journey

Follow the traditional road route into Argyll & the Isles along the A82 as far as Dunbarton, Balloch and Loch Lomond.

You can continue by either following the A814 along the Clyde from Dumbarton to Helensburgh. Alternatively, you follow the A814 northwards to Arrochar with a detour on the B833 to explore the stunning Rosneath peninsula. The A817 linking Loch Lomond to Garelochhead is a stunning drive in either direction offering panoramic views to the east and west.

A fun way to travel is on the passenger ferry service across the Clyde estuary that links Gourock, Kilcreggan and Helensburgh. It's a 15 minute crossing from Gourock to Kilcreggan and 25 minutes from Kilcreggan to Helensburgh. Services from Gourock link into trains from Glasgow Central Station and there are up to a dozen crossings a day, making the ferry a handy link for anyone planning to explore the Rosneath peninsula

Or why not access Helensburgh via Scotrail's West Highland Line, or by West Coast Motors, and finally by walking the Three Lochs Way or using cycle routes.

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