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A mini guide to
Tobermory and Mull: tips and FAQs
Local know-how and common questions
Local know-how
Tips for visiting
Book the car ferry
CalMac recommends vehicle reservations on the Oban to Craignure route, especially in summer.
Single-track roads
Most of Mull's roads are single track with passing places, so journeys take longer than the distance suggests.
Boat trips are seasonal
Turus Mara runs Treshnish Isles trips from April to the end of July and Staffa trips from Easter to October. Ulva Ferry has no public transport.
Check museum opening
The Mull Museum is open from March to the end of October and entry is free, though it relies on donations.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Tobermory and Mull?
Tobermory and Mull is in Isle of Mull, Argyll and Bute, Scotland. Tobermory harbour, Duart Castle, Calgary Bay and boat trips to the Treshnish Isles. Nearby stops and stations include Craignure ferry terminal, Tobermory pier, Fishnish.
How long do I need in Tobermory and Mull?
Two or three days; allow a full day for a Treshnish Isles trip. Allow longer if you plan to eat out or visit several attractions.
What are the highlights?
Highlights include Duart Castle, Tobermory harbour, Tobermory Distillery. See the Things to do page for more.
How do I get there?
Nearby: Craignure ferry terminal (CalMac ferry from Oban (45 minutes)); Tobermory pier (CalMac ferry from Kilchoan on Ardnamurchan); Fishnish (CalMac ferry from Lochaline in Morvern); Island buses (West Coast Motors, Monday to Saturday). The Getting there page links to the official timetables and journey planners.
Where can I eat and drink?
We list 9 places to eat and drink in and around Tobermory and Mull, with filters to help you choose.
Where should I stay?
We list 8 hotels and other places to stay nearby. Check availability and prices with each property.
Is Tobermory and Mull accessible?
Accessibility varies by street, building and venue. Check each attraction or operator’s access information before you travel.
While you are here
Things to see in Tobermory and Mull
A few of the sights in the area. The Things to do page lists them all, with directions and official links.
Aros Castle
Ruins of a 13th-century castle near Salen, overlooking the Sound of Mull.
Rubha nan Gall Lighthouse
Lighthouse north of Tobermory built in 1857 by David and Thomas Stevenson; the name means "stranger's point".
Ben More
Mull's highest mountain at 966 m and its only Munro, rising above the shores of Loch na Keal.
Photo credits
- Tobermory harbour: DeFacto, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
- Aros Castle: Otter, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
- Rubha nan Gall Lighthouse: Colin, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
- Ben More: Released into public domain by author/original uploader was Deus Ex at en.wikipedia, Public domain, source
- Iona and the Ross of Mull: Lisa Stevens from Sutton Coldfield, UK, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
Photos from Wikimedia Commons, used under the licences shown. All photo credits
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