South of Oban

South of Oban is home to Kilmartin House Museum, and also Kilmartin Glen which is one of the most important archaelogical sites in Europe, having seen human occupation since the earliest times when hunter gatherer groups moved into the area after the last ice age.  More than 800 ancient monuments within 6 miles of the quiet village of Kilmartin.  These range from ancient burial cairns and rock carvings to early christian crosses, medievel castles and features of the industrial revolution like the Crinan Canal. Kilmartin Museum is the hub of the area and an excellent  resource for learning all about Kimartin Glen. There is a lovely cafe , and the village has a pub.

Easdale is also to the south of Oban, where you can visit museums, take a boat ride to see wildlife or places of interest with Sea-Fari Adventures, browse around shops such as the Highland Arts Centre, or visit Puffer Bar and Restaurant for a snack or meal.  The Loch Melfort Hotel is a great place to stop and visit after a walk around Arduaine Gardens, where you will see spectacular flowers and wooded gardens. This is also where you can catch the ferry over to the Isle Of Luing.