Oban is a busy tourist town in the county of Argyll and Bute.

Life centres around the busy harbour , where you can cruise around on a boat, jump on a RIB in search of seals and whales or catch a ferry to nearby Mull or the Western Isles.

The skyline of Oban is dominated by an amphitheatre (pictured above). The amphitheatre isn’t Roman however. So how did it get there; we aren't telling :-)

Also present in Oban on the waterfront is the distillery and a visitor attraction where you can find out about the manufacture of Scotalnd’s famous export – Caithness glass.

As with most coastal towns there is an abundance of bars and restaurants serving locally caught fish. However, for an extra special treat why not book a table at Coast on the main street and tuck into some delicious Loch Linnhe langoustine – fantastic. 

If you are looking for a scottish family experience for the family then check out McTavish's Kitchens Oban.  We visited their resturant in Fort William and really enjoyed it, as they feature pipers, singers and traditional dancing during your meal.

A visit to the Oban area provides a gateway to the Mull and the Western Isles, along with the beautiful scenery.