Argyll and Bute

Travelling Around Loch Fyne

A day by car, from Inveraray to Portavadie Ferry to Tarbert.

Written by Graeme Johncock

Scotland is blessed with hundreds of beautiful lochs of all shapes and sizes, but most visitors only ever see a small part of them. There are often one or two big attractions that get all of the attention, with amazing sites on the quieter banks quietly forgotten. Loch Fyne is a perfect example that taught me to take my time and really explore.

How: A day by car
Distance: About 97 miles
Starts: Inveraray
Ends: Portavadie Ferry to Tarbert
Good for: Food and drink, Castles, Islands, Gardens

The day

Inveraray
An attraction
The perfect place to start any journey around Loch Fyne is Inveraray, a hub for the local area full of perfectly ordered white-washed buildings. The town was rebuilt by the Duke of Argyll in the 18th century, moved from the grounds of Inveraray Castle. You’ll find independent gift shops, a great flat white from Campbell’s Coffee and delicious cakes from Brambles. If it’s not too early, Loch Fyne whiskies has a huge selection to choose from!
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Inveraray Castle
An attraction
Tinkers’ Heart
An attraction
Old Castle Lachlan
An attraction
Kilfinan Church and Stones
An attraction
Lunch at The Oystercatcher
Tarbert Castle
An attraction
The Egg Shed at Ardrishaig
An attraction
Crarae Garden
An attraction
Portavadie Ferry to Tarbert
An attraction