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Un mini-guide de
Rothesay and the island: tips and FAQs
Conseils d'initiés et questions fréquentes
Conseils d'initiés
Conseils pour votre visite
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.
FAQ
Questions fréquentes
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.
Quels sont les points forts ?
Highlights include Rothesay Castle, Victorian Toilets, Bute Museum. See the Things to do page for more.
Comment s'y rendre ?
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.
Où manger et boire ?
We list 11 places to eat and drink in and around Rothesay and the island, with filters to help you choose.
Où dormir ?
Nous recensons 6 hôtels et autres hébergements à proximité. Vérifiez disponibilités et tarifs auprès de chaque établissement.
Is Rothesay and the island accessible?
L'accessibilité varie selon la rue, le bâtiment et le lieu. Consultez les informations d'accessibilité de chaque site ou opérateur avant de partir.
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.
Kilchattan Bay
Village at the south end of Bute, sheltered by Suidhe Chattan hill, with a sandy bay to the north.
Kames Castle
Fourteenth-century tower house in 20 acres of grounds with an 18th-century walled garden near Port Bannatyne.
St Colmac's Church
Roofless ruin of St Colmac's church in the north of Bute.
Crédits photos
- 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
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