Kintyre was made famous in the late 70s and early 80s by the song by Paul McCartney, although thousands of people have been visiting the area for centuries before.
The peninsula is quite remote but surprisingly easily accessible by boat and by car throughout the year. Ferries operate to connect Kintyre to other parts of Argyll including the islands of Arran and Islay.
The Kintyre peninsula is around 45 miles from top to bottom with much to see and do including walks, golf and many historic attractions.
Campbeltown is the old whisky capital of Scotland located close to the Mull of Kintyre. Featuring an old style cinema, lots of accommodation and interesting tourism attractions. More Information >>
A small village on the east coast of Kintyre features two hotels, a 9 hole golf course, a small harbour and great beach for walking. More Information >>
During the summer season the ferry that connects Kintyre to Arran lands and departs at Claonaig which is near Skipness. More Information >>
Two words spring to mind when the place Machrihanish is mentioned - links golf. Machrihanish has two of the most impressive golf courses. More Information >>
Muasdale is a small linear village half way along the west coast of Kintyre with fantastic views across to the Isle of Gigha. More Information >>
Featuring a small shop, a fantastic castle ruin and superb views across to the Isle of Arran, Skipness is a great tranquil village. More Information >>
Southend is also known as The Mull Of Kintyre and is one of the closest places to the famous lighthouse, theres also golf nearby. More Information >>
The fishing village once heralded as one of the best places to eat in Argyll is a picturesque stopping off point on the way to Islay. More Information >>
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