Things to do in Kintyre

The Kintyre peninsula is a remote and stunningly beautiful part of Argyll with a great deal to offer its visitors

Often known as a 'mainland island' due to the difficulty of reaching it, the Kintyre peninsula is a unique and incredible - yet still relatively accessible - place to explore and get away from it all. The place that inspired Sir Paul McCartney to write 'Mull of Kintyre' is still truly one of Scotland's best-kept secrets, and the newly-marketed Kintyre 66 route is undoubtedly one of the loveliest road-trips in Scotland.

Whisky, gin, seafood galore, island views to die for and some of Scotland's most incredible beaches await you in Kintyre.

Beaches

Kintyre is one of Scotland's best-kept secrets, and its beaches rival any elsewhere in the country, not to mention the rest of the world.

Golf

Kintyre has some fabulous and widely-renowned golf courses.

Food

Kintyre's remote location and low population numbers mean its eateries are few and far between, but they're well worth the wait when you reach them.

Whisky & Gin

Scotland is known for its whisky, and if there's a particular 'whisky hub' to be visited above all others, then it might well be Campbeltown, nestled in the southeastern corner of the Kintyre peninsula. Back in the 1800s, there were over 30 distilleries in the town - check our our in-depth guide to Campbeltown Whisky.

Kintyre 66

Newly launched in 2021, the Kintyre 66 is a beautiful 66-mile circular route on the A83 and B842 around the Kintyre peninsula.

Hiking

Kintyre has a lot to offer hikers and those wishing to explore on foot - the Kintyre Way walking route is an excellent way to explore this wonderful area at a slower pace, and can be completed in 7-10 days depending on fitness and objectives.