Attractions in Tarbet & Things to Do in Tarbet
(and nearby)

Glenfinnan Monument (9 Miles)*
Set amid superb scenery at the head of Loch Shiel, the Glenfinnnan Monument was erected in tribute to those who fought and died in the Jacobite cause.
Kintail & Morvich (20 Miles)*
A magnificent stretch of West Highland scenery, the 17,422-acre estate includes the Falls of Glomach and the Five Sisters of Kintail (four of them over 3,000ft).
Balmacara Estate & Lochalsh Woodland Garden (21 Miles)*
A crofting estate of 5,616 acres with outstanding views of Skye and Applecross. Lockalsh Woodland Garden provides pleasant sheltered walks beside the shores of Loch Alsh.
Clan Cameron Museum (23 Miles)*
The Clan Cameron Museum was opened by Sir Fitzroy Maclean of Dunconnell in 1989. It is in the grounds of Achnacarry, the centre of Clan Cameron Country and home of the Chief of the Clan and his family.
Glencoe and North Lorn Folk Museum (27 Miles)*
The Museum is situated in a 19th Century thatched croft house in the main street of Glencoe Village. The museum contains a large variety of artefacts, the majority of which were collected locally.
West Affric (29 Miles)*
The National Trust for Scotland bought this important area in 1993 to protect its wild land character, to restore its natural flora and secure one of the most popular east/west paths in the Highlands.
Glencoe & Dalness (30 Miles)*
The breathtaking peaks and spectacular waterfalls of Glencoe bear silent witness to the origin, history and wildlife of this atmospheric glen. The steep-sided mountains are popular for climbing and walking.
Scottish Sea Life Sanctuary (33 Miles)*
Scottish Sea Life Sanctuary is Scotland's leading animal rescue centre caring for dozens of sick, injured and orphaned seal pups every year.
Torosay Castle & Gardens (34 Miles)*
A beautiful and welcoming Victorian family home surrounded by 12 acres of spectacular gardens.
Duart Castle (36 Miles)*
Duart has been the home of the Macleans since Lachlan Lubanach Maclean, the 5th chief married Margaret, the daughter of the Lord of the Isles in 1360. Duart and the surrounding lands were her dowry.
Caledonian Canal Visitor Centre (37 Miles)*
A small but unique venue showcasing the history of the Caledonian Canal from its beginnings to its present day refurbishment.
Bonawe Historic Iron Furnace (38 Miles)*
Founded in 1753 by a Lake District partnership, Bonawe is the most complete charcoal-fuelled ironworks in Britain.
Torridon (39 Miles)*
A 16,000-acre estate including some of Scotland's finest mountain scenery.
Staffa (44 Miles)*
This uninhabited island, only half a mile long by a quarter of a mile wide, is famous for its basaltic formations, distinctive stepped columns created when the lava of volcanic eruptions cooled many millions of years ago.
Kilchurn Castle (44 Miles)*
A square tower, built by Colin Campbell of Glenorchy c1550, Kilchurn Castle was much enlarged in 1693, incorporating the first purpose built barracks in Scotland.
Burg (45 Miles)*
The exposed location of Burg, open to the full force of the Atlantic weather, together with its colloquial name 'The Wilderness', give an indication of the wild terrain of this property
Toy Museum, Glendale (50 Miles)*
Amazing collection of toys, dolls, games, teddy bears and miniatures.
Iona (51 Miles)*
Iona is a small, fertile crofting island, currently inhabited by around 130 people. For many centuries it has been an island of special significance for all Christians.
* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.



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