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Mount Stuart House is one of Britain’s finest pieces of Gothic revival domestic architecture and a popular visitor attraction. Interiors of the house are grand and elaborate and reflect the history and wealth of the Stuarts of Bute, who have been on the island for over 700 years. A quirky attraction at Rothesay harbour is the elaborately decorated Victorian public toilet.
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1. City Sightseeing Bute
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5.0 based on 208 reviews
Explore the beautiful Isle of Bute on our open top tour. Our iconic red open top bus tour operates from May to September. Hop on hop off and visit Bute's historic attractions including Mount Stuart and Rothesay Castle and see the stunning parks, gardens and beaches.
2. The West Island Way
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5.0 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By sheona - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
We walked the southern part of the route on a beautiful autumn day, starting near St Blane's Church. The route is well marked with signs highlighting nearby places of interest. The terrain is varied - over hilltops and a tricky section along the southern coastline, and the views are splendid throughout the route. It took around three hours with time for a picnic and lots of photostops.
3. Rothesay's Victorian Toilets
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4.5 based on 480 reviews
Reviewed By mathesoncs - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Beautifully maintained old public toilets right beside the ferry terminal. A very modest fee to get in butt worth it
4. Mount Stuart
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4.5 based on 1,205 reviews
Reviewed By HMac_2013 - Santa Fe, United States
We didn’t see the inside of the house - we’re not much for house tours. It was the gardens we came for and they are lovely, and the grounds beautiful, extensive and well tended. The rock garden, right by the house, was my favorite, with paths winding around rocks, a brook, and an interesting variety of trees, shrubs and flowers, including my favorite wild orchids. The Wee Garden, a 10-15 minute walk from the house is hardly “wee” except in comparison to the hundreds of acres of Mount Stuart’s grounds, but quite extensive with paths winding among trees, some of them exotic from places like New Zealand and Tasmania. The cafe, too, makes for an exceptionally pleasant lunch or afternoon snack.
5. Ascog Hall Fernery and Garden
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4.5 based on 93 reviews
A well stocked garden with many architectural features, including a sunken Victorian Fernery (1875) and large stable's ruin all located in the grounds of a baronial style house from 1844. A plant hunter trail, many water features and Britain's oldest exotic fern (more than 1000 years) add interest to this distinctly old fashioned and rather magical experience. Open from 10am to 5pm 1st April to 30th October.
6. The Discovery Centre
7. St Blane's Chapel
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4.5 based on 185 reviews
Reviewed By 739lornac - Stirling, United Kingdom
Beautiful scenery from the top, really breathtaking, well worth the short climb up the hill, parking at the bottom of the hill is limited. The ruins are very interesting.
8. Ardencraig Gardens
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4.5 based on 75 reviews
Reviewed By Paul1971Glasgow - Glasgow, United Kingdom
Beautiful hidden gem in Rothesay, lovely beds, greenhouses, succulents and cacti and an aviary. Very friendly and knowledgeable gardening team who made us feel welcome. Great for a visit.
9. Bute Museum
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4.5 based on 84 reviews
Reviewed By phemiemac - Glasgow, United Kingdom
The museum is one of the very few visitor attractions currently open in Rothesay but well worth a visit regardless. Artefacts from all ages from Neolithic onwards and a great display of flora and fauna. Found it really interesting and the gentleman on the door was welcoming.
10. The Golfers
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4.5 based on 52 reviews
Built in 1901, this pub retains most of its refitting from c.1930, in Glasgow Art Nouveau style. The public bar has an impressive mirrored gantry with stained glass cupboard fronts and ten drawers, a long bar counter, and extensive panelling. The Golfers bar is a family friendly pub with a childs license up till 8pm. The Golfers often hosts live music on Friday and Saturday nights. The Golfers accepts pets and we offer bowls of water and treats too!
Reviewed By R6814RVpaulc - Glasgow, United Kingdom
Cracking wee boozer. Good selection of drinks and cheery, friendly staff. Great location. Even despite Covid times-which they were excellent in taking all necessary steps, a nice wee atmosphere and buzz can be found in the pub. Alas, we couldn't get in the next night as it was empty but "full". Well Covid full haha.
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