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Top 10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Isle of Bute, Scotland
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. 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
3. 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.
4. The Discovery Centre
5. Struan Bar
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. The Galatea Bar
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4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By Doddy0078 - North Shields, United Kingdom
A great little pub on Bute with a decent range of drinks. Caledonian Best on offer, £2.50 a pint! Also has a lovely little beer garden to relax in the sun.
9. Rothesay VisitScotland iCentre
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4.5 based on 243 reviews
Reviewed By JLxGlasgow - Glasgow, United Kingdom
This is a great centre with lots of information, video displays and a lovely shop with local products and souvenirs. Also good for a toilet stop when out a walk in the town!
10. Bute Military Museum
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4.5 based on 20 reviews
