ARGYLL How many cities have such incredible wild landscape within Glasgow and Argyll for an unforgettable break. You can expect striking distance? Enjoy the bright lights of Glasgow and then a warm welcome and a big dose of west coast humour where head for the hills and coast of Argyll. You can be there in less ever you go. The people – from the Glasgow taxi drivers to TRAVEL than an hour. Whether you like to play hard, immerse yourself the Argyll artisan producer – will make your experience in the Glasgow, Scotland’s largest city, and Argyll and the Isles, Scotland’s in history and culture or seek out gastronomic wonders, pair Heart & Soul of Scotland even more memorable. Adventure Coast are located on each other’s doorstep. Visiting couldn’t be easier as both destinations are served by international and regional airports, well connected by trains from across the UK, and accessible by bus, car and bike on Scotland’s extensive road, rail ARGYLL From the theatres to the legendary music venues, Glasgow’s and ferry network. cultural scene is buzzing. It’s a fantastic foodie destination too, #5 CLYDE SEA LOCHS with cafes, restaurants and breweries galore. Argyll is the place The Clyde Sea Lochs are easily Glasgow is served by Glasgow International Airport and there are twice daily to go for food and drink made – and served - with passion. The accessed by train from the city. Find Loganair flights to Tiree, Islay and Campbeltown. There are frequent bus links CULTURE LOVING out about the ‘Helensburgh Heroes’ from the airport into the city and regular West Coast Motors bus services region’s seafood and game is appreciated by food lovers around and discover some fabulous places to departing from Buchanan Street Bus Station to the towns of Argyll and the globe, and there’s an array of restaurants, cafés and hotels FOODIES eat and drink. Helensburgh has strong connecting with Calmac ferry ports for the islands. Mainline train services from with delicious locally sourced food on the menu. All this is connections with Charles Rennie across the UK arrive at Glasgow Central and Queen Street train stations in the served alongside a big dose of art and culture. Mackintosh and you can visit his finest heart of the city and Scotrail trains domestic creation, The Hill House, and the depart regularly for Helensburgh, Mackintosh Club. Hire a bike or book a chauffeur-driven Arrochar and Oban on the scenic GLASGOW trike to explore the surrounding sea lochs. West Highland Line and also to #1 HANG WITH THE LOCALS Gourock and Wemyss Bay with Tours are a great way to see Glasgow and learn about the city from expert onward Calmac ferry connections to locals. There are a number of walking tours, themed around everything from #6 MULL & IONA #7 KINTYRE & GIGHA Bute and Cowal. food and music to history and architecture. Many of the city’s venues offer Mull and Iona are must-visit destinations for any Kintyre is a wild and beautiful guided tours, from breweries to Glasgow Central Railway Station. The City food lover. Follow the Mull & Iona Food & Drink area with a vibrant music INVERNESS To explore the outer reaches of the Sightseeing Glasgow hop on, hop off bus is also a fantastic way to see the city. Trail and discover fresh seafood, scene. It also offers amazing city and the roads less travelled in ABERDEEN artisan treats and an abundance food and drink experiences, Argyll and the Isles a car can be hired of places to eat. Look out for with its fishing, farming and from Enterprise Rent-a-car. There is an #2 A FOODIE FEAST #3 THE SPIRIT OF GLASGOW sea eagles, dolphins, seals, whisky heritage. There are extensive network of trails to do by Rough Guides named Glasgow ‘one of the best places to If you love whisky, distilleries, and otters and puffins when out three whisky distilleries in foot starting just outside the city and and about or on a boat trip. Campbeltown and a craft gin head for culinary experimentation’. The city is full of breweries, then Glasgow is for you! EDINBURGH bike is a great way to explore with Catch the train or bus from distillery near Carradale. You fabulous places to eat and drink, from award-winning Visit the Clydeside Distillery, which GLASGOW Sustrans cycle routes extending out Glasgow to Oban where you can fly from Glasgow to seafood restaurants to hip vegan hang outs. Head to is producing the first whisky in from the city and the length of Argyll, Finnieston to discover a brilliant mix of cool, quality and Glasgow for more than 100 years. can hop on a ferry to Mull. Campbeltown, come by bus or bring a car or bike on the plus the Wild About Argyll affordable venues. Discover the future stars of the scene Glasgow has embraced the bike-packing trail linking up with the at one of the city’s indoor street food markets. craft beer and gin ferry from Ayrshire. ferries and train stations. revolution. Discover #4 SHOP TILL YOU DROP the city’s ‘Brewery #8 COLL & COLONSAY Triangle’, gorgeous For suggested itineraries visit These two small islands pack a big punch when it comes to Glasgow is one of the top places to shop in the gin bars and culture and food. Hop on a ferry from Oban and discover UK outside London’s west end. Buchanan Street on-trend hipster www.wildaboutargyll/heart-and-soul sandy beaches, amazing birdlife and a fascinating history. is the main shopping street, while Merchant City hangouts. is the place to splash out on exclusive fashion Local produce is top of the menu at the hotels and cafés on brands. You’ll find vintage shops and independent both islands, from island reared lamb on Coll to wildflower GLASGOW boutiques in the West End and quirky stores in the honey on Colonsay. You can feast on locally landed seafood. Southside. Cover image – Buchanan Street, Glasgow and Knapdale looking towards Jura, Argyll. Glasgow cover pic © Glasgow Life. All rights reserved. All other images © www.kieranjduncan.com All rights reserved. Life. pic © Glasgow cover Glasgow Argyll. Jura, looking towards and Knapdale Glasgow image – Buchanan Street, Cover ARGYLL Glasgow is a city of culture. It has a thriving art and From nightlife to wildlife! If you like to play hard, ARGYLL #5 LOCH LOMOND music scene and is full of galleries, museums and iconic #5 BEAUTIFUL BUTE Glasgow is the destination for you. Fill your day Jump on a train in Glasgow and in buildings. Victorian architecture sits side by side with If you fancy an island with adrenalin-fuelled fun and then discover the less than an hour you’ll be experience without a car, then exploring the bonnie banks of outstanding contemporary structures. Argyll in con- city’s famous restaurants, bars and clubs by night. Bute is for you. Catch the Loch Lomond. Enjoy breathtak- trast has ruined castles, stately homes, historic distiller- train to Wemyss Bay and hop Argyll offers incredible outdoor adventures. ing scenery as you try kayaking, CULTURED on a ferry to Rothesay. The stand up paddle boarding, wind ies, quaint villages, artists studios and prehistoric The hills, lochs and beaches provide one big PLAY HARD island is packed with cultural surfing, wakeboarding and monuments galore. Delve deeper and go on a fascinat- EXPLORERS experiences, including outdoor playground for surfing, sailing, climbing, more. Take a speed boat tour of ing cultural adventure. Rothesay Castle and Mount kayaking, cycling, mountain biking and more. Pack the loch or try river sledging at Stuart, a spectacular Luss. The surrounding area is neo-gothic mansion set more in by pairing Glasgow and Argyll. renowned for hiking and biking with amidst acres of lush woodland the magnificent Arrochar Alps offering and gardens. epic hill walking. GLASGOW GLASGOW #1 AMAZING ARCHITECTURE #1 MUSICAL TRACKS #6 COWAL #6 INVERARAY & LOCH AWE Take a walk around Glasgow and remember to Glasgow’s music scene is legendary. It was the first city Cowal has everything – towering Munros, stunning sea lochs and huge tracts of Inveraray is just a short drive from the city via the ‘Rest & Be Thankful’ mountain pass. ‘look up’. You’ll be amazed at the architecture you in the UK to be designated a UNESCO City of Music. forest to explore. It’s easy to reach by train from Glasgow to Gourock and a short This handsome town is home to Inveraray Castle, the seat of Clan Campbell, and see, from the medieval Glasgow Cathedral to the The city is home to the SSE Hydro, as well as loads of ferry across the Clyde to Dunoon. Dunoon is becoming a mecca for mountain Inveraray Jail. To the north you’ll find the ruins of Kilchurn Castle the stronghold of the Art Nouveau wonders of Charles Rennie intimate venues, and hosts around 130 live gigs every bikers. You can also go quad-biking, diving, kayaking or dinghy sailing. Don’t miss Campbells of Glenorchy. In Lochawe visit St Conans Kirk. Mackintosh. Many of the old buildings are being week. Take a guided walking tour of the city’s music Benmore Botanic Garden and the magical Puck’s Glen. venues and discover the city’s astounding musical reinvented as restaurants, arts venues and even a heritage. new distillery. #7 THE HEART OF ARGYLL #7 OBAN & LORN This part of Argyll is a haven for wildlife, and is #2 MUSEUMS & GALLERIES GALORE #3 CITY OF CULTURE home to the Scottish Beaver Trial and two of #2 THE PUB SCENE #3 GET SPORTY Catch a train from Glasgow to Scotland’s Seafood Capital on the famously scenic West Highland Line.