Oban

Oban is the lively hub of Scotland's west coast, wrapped around a sheltered bay dotted with fishing boats and island ferries. Known as the Gateway to the Isles, it hums with the comings and goings of ships bound for Mull, Iona and beyond. Above the town, the curious Colosseum-like folly of McCaig's Tower crowns the hill, rewarding the climb with glorious views over the water. Down on the quay, the seafood is as fresh as it gets, and a waterfront distillery has been making whisky here since 1794.

The winding roads to Argyll are a pleasure when you leave the driving to someone else. Coach tours to Oban carry you comfortably through spectacular Highland scenery to the coast. Once here, you can hop on a ferry to the islands, feast on seafood, tour the distillery or simply watch the boats from the bay. For a scenic and memorable Highland escape, compare coach holidays to Oban on our site and book your Scottish getaway.