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What to do and see in Oban, Scotland: The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day
A jumping-off point for ferries to the Hebridean Islands, the port town of Oban offers a picturesque bayside setting. It's worth catching a later boat to take in the town's stately Victorian architecture, bounty of seafood restaurants, and good pubs.
Restaurants in Oban
1. The Jetty Gallery
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5.0 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By PeteFromRetford - Retford, United Kingdom
The lady running the gallery on both occasions we went in could not have been more helpful in assisting us with our purchase. She arranged several large picture in different parts of the gallery so that we could see them in different light conditions. The gallery supports a number of excellent local artists and the result is an eclectic mix of art forms that complement each other so that there are things to indulge every taste. The best gallery in town by a mile.
2. Parsley the Ambassador Cat
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5.0 based on 20 reviews
Parsley is a Red Tabby Maine Coon with a fondness for wandering. He visits local landmarks, hotels, bars, churches, private homes and his favourite pub The Balmoral. He has an international following on Facebook and people travel to meet him at his One Cat Cafe in New Hope, Soroba Road from 2-3pm every Friday. He's placid, has impeccable manners and is an ambassador for Oban.
Reviewed By brinssl
We met Misha (Parsley's "sister") at McCaig's Tower and were thoroughly smitten. She curled up on my lap and had a snooze! Two weeks in Scotland and one of my very favorite photographs is Misha laying in my lap. :-)
3. Scottish Slate Islands Heritage Trust
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5.0 based on 14 reviews
Sorry, closed at present due to COVID-19 restrictions. Entertaining and fascinating historic displays, models, pictures and videos. Home to a collection of photographs, artefacts and genealogical records related to the social and industrial life of the Slate Islands of Argyll. Located in the picturesque seaside village and departure point to Easdale Island Ferry. Entry free, donations welcome. Local artwork and souvenirs available.
Reviewed By mikeboyland
A very informative little museum into slate mining and recent History with some interesting exhibits. Well worth a visit
4. Oban Distillery
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4.5 based on 3,458 reviews
Following Scottish Government guidelines through their phased re-opening approach, the time has come to open our doors and welcome back our visitors from 26th April 2021. To ensure the health and wellbeing of our employees and visitors, we will be implementing a number of precautionary measures. Find out how we are keeping you safe on our website before you visit us.
Reviewed By Mrglencoe
Visited Oban distillery for the first time even though living in the area, The tour was amazing you got told the history of the Oban whisky and see the process of making the whisky, Jim was a brilliant tour guide with a great sense of humour and knowledge this tour is really good value for money as you get two drams included including one straight from the barrel and a whisky glass souvenir and the shop is well kitted out too!
5. Oban War & Peace Museum
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4.5 based on 838 reviews
Reviewed By D2596IEjackw
Very friendly staff, free entry (a donation is advised to help keep this going) good collection of memorabilia from the area - shipping, McCaig tower, Esplanade, war memorabilia, etc. Worth a visit.
6. Oban Phoenix Cinema
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4.5 based on 213 reviews
Oban Phoenix Cinema is a community owned cinema which reopened in 2012 after a community campaign to save our cinema. The venue has been upgraded to provide a cinema which you will all want to visit again and again.
Reviewed By richarde616 - London, United Kingdom
This community run cinema is an absolute gem. It is delightfully lo-fi with 2 screens that, importantly, both feature excellent screens and sound. They have big plans to continue the redevelopment and renovation so get along and support them by buying tickets and plenty of popcorn. They have a great choice of films - all the blockbusters and a decent array of ‘art house’ content (and the likes of NT and RSC Live also). A great experience and wouldn’t hesitate to go back if in the area again.
7. Easdale Island Folk Museum
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4.5 based on 134 reviews
Reviewed By bazfinkat - Callander, United Kingdom
Always been blessed with great weather when we visit Easdale. Stunning location and the wee folk museum gives you a real feel of how life was. Quarries are just breathtaking.
8. Oban VisitScotland iCentre
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4.5 based on 194 reviews
Reviewed By Bibcay - Gateshead, United Kingdom
This is a handy visitor centre. It is on the seafront so it has a fantastic view. The staff were nice and the gifts and post cards were great.
9. Saint Columba Cathedral
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4.5 based on 75 reviews
Reviewed By Bibcay - Gateshead, United Kingdom
Wow, this is an ace cathedral. There is something that makes this cathedral so special. Look down from mcCaigs fort and you will get a great view of it.
10. Oban Whisky and Fine Wines Shop
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4.5 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By Menugrabber - Peterhead, United Kingdom
Brilliant shop and the gent could not be more helpful got the Oban whisky I needed for my collection whilst the wife got some local beers for our cattery friend they also have a super selection of wines
