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Rothesay and the island: tips and FAQs

Consejos locales y preguntas frecuentes

Consejos locales

Consejos para la visita

Go by train and boat

CalMac says the Wemyss Bay station sits next to the ferry terminal, so the trip from Glasgow needs no car.

Check Mount Stuart's season

Mount Stuart has a summer opening season and offers private tours outside it.

Walk the West Island Way

The route can be walked in stages over several days, according to CalMac.

Preguntas frecuentes

Where is Rothesay and the island?

Rothesay and the island is in Isle of Bute, Argyll and Bute, Scotland. Rothesay Castle, the Victorian toilets, Mount Stuart and the beaches of the west coast. Nearby stops and stations include Rothesay ferry terminal, Rhubodach slipway, Wemyss Bay station.

How long do I need in Rothesay and the island?

A day trip from Glasgow, or a relaxed weekend. Allow longer if you plan to eat out or visit several attractions.

¿Qué es lo más destacado?

Highlights include Rothesay Castle, Victorian Toilets, Bute Museum. See the Things to do page for more.

¿Cómo se llega?

Nearby: Rothesay ferry terminal (CalMac from Wemyss Bay (35 minutes)); Rhubodach slipway (CalMac from Colintraive (5 minutes)); Wemyss Bay station (ScotRail from Glasgow Central (52 minutes)); Island buses (West Coast Motors). The Getting there page links to the official timetables and journey planners.

¿Dónde se puede comer y beber?

We list 11 places to eat and drink in and around Rothesay and the island, with filters to help you choose.

¿Dónde alojarse?

Reunimos 6 hoteles y otros alojamientos cercanos. Consulte la disponibilidad y los precios en cada alojamiento.

Is Rothesay and the island accessible?

La accesibilidad varía según la calle, el edificio y el local. Consulte la información de accesibilidad de cada atracción u operador antes de viajar.

While you are here

Things to see in Rothesay and the island

A few of the sights in the area. The Things to do page lists them all, with directions and official links.

Qué hacer

Kilchattan Bay

Village at the south end of Bute, sheltered by Suidhe Chattan hill, with a sandy bay to the north.

Qué hacer

Kames Castle

Fourteenth-century tower house in 20 acres of grounds with an 18th-century walled garden near Port Bannatyne.

Qué hacer

St Colmac's Church

Roofless ruin of St Colmac's church in the north of Bute.

Créditos fotográficos

Port Bannatyne: Frank Jordan, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
Kilchattan Bay: Nicholas Mutton, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
Kames Castle: Rob Farrow, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
St Colmac's Church: Thomas Nugent, CC BY-SA 2.0, source

Photos from Wikimedia Commons, used under the licences shown. All photo credits

Fuentes

Official pages we opened while writing and checking this page. Details change, so check with the venue or operator before you travel.

Rothesay Castle: official site (historicenvironment.scot)
Bute Museum: official site (butemuseum.org.uk)
Mount Stuart: official site (mountstuart.com)
St Blane's Church: official site (historicenvironment.scot)
Musicker: own website (wildaboutargyll.co.uk)
The West End Cafe: own website (wildaboutargyll.co.uk)
The Victoria Restaurant & Bar: own website (wildaboutargyll.co.uk)
Rumours: own website (wildaboutargyll.co.uk)
Ambience: own website (wildaboutargyll.co.uk)
The Kettledrum Café: own website (wildaboutargyll.co.uk)
The Coffee Stop: own website (wildaboutargyll.co.uk)
The Diner: own website (wildaboutargyll.co.uk)

Place names and map positions: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) and Wikidata (CC0). See credits.

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