Welcome toKintyre & Campbeltown
So good that Paul McCartney wrote a song about it. Coastal walks, fresh seafood, and panoramic views.
More about Kintyre & Campbeltown
Ideal for:
Food & drink
Outdoor adventure
Golf
Whisky
Scotland's 'mainland island'
Kintyre is a favourite for walkers who like a good view without the breathless hike up a Munro. And even though it's part of the mainland, the panoramic views, beaches, and wildlife make Kintyre feel like an island. If you're getting the ferry from Portavadie, stop off at the marina for the excellent food and local shops. For real foodies, the Tarbert Seafood Festival is a popular event, when the harbour bustles with food demonstrations, stalls, and the freshest seafood from around the peninsula.
The first tee at the Machrinanish golf course was voted one of the best opening holes in the world - set against a stunning backdrop of broad beach and sea. Stop off in Campbeltown to explore the historic town centre, with its carved medieval cross and excellent heritage museum. The Campbeltown malts are worth trying after a day with the wind in your face, and if you do get restless you can always hop on the ferries to Gigha, Islay, and Colonsay.
For more on Kintyre and Campbeltown visit Explore Argyll or Explore Kintyre websites.
How to get here
There are three ways to get to Kintyre by ferry:
Catch the ferry from Portavadie on the Cowal & Dunoon peninsula.
If you're staying in the south, the summer timetable includes a ferry to Campbeltown from Ardrossan (due to the COVID-19 outbreak this service is not operating in 2020).
Looking for the best form of travel to and from our ports? Our Journey Planner can help you find the way that best suits you for making your journey using the most up to date information from around the UK for all transport companies.
Getting to Campbeltown
Travelling without a car
By bus
Scottish Citylink operate daily coach trips between Glasgow, Loch Lomond, Inveraray, Lochgilphead, Tarbert, and Campbeltown. Passengers can expect the journey from Glasgow to Campbeltown to take 4.2 hours. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.
By foot
Known as the Mainland Island, walking is a great way to explore the rugged and beautiful landscape of Kintyre, Campbeltown and Tarbert. As well as having a host of shorter walks ranging from 2 km - 5 km, the area also has many walks for the more experienced walker such as the 7 stage Kintyre Way. If you would like more information on walking in Kintyre, check out Explore Argyll .
By bike
There are vast off-road paths and trails throughout the Kintyre peninsula for bikers of all levels. Where the recreational paths found at Beinn Ghuilean comprise of both family friendly sections as well as more technical sections for accomplished mountain bikers.
Plan your journey at CycleStreets
