What to do in Dunoon

Activities, attractions and tours

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Dunoon looking from the road leading north from the village of Innellan
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Dunoon Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Dunoon has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Dunoon is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Dunoon to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Dunoon Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Dunoon.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Dunoon attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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What to do in Dunoon

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Benmore botanical gardens with the rain moving in. Really nice place for a day out. Lots to see and do and some nice viewpoints like this.

Benmore Botanic Garden

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Benmore Botanic Garden, a lovely green space in Benmore. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Benmore Botanic Garden

Puck's Glenn

You can take time to visit Puck's Glenn during your travels to Dunoon. While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.

Puck's Glenn

Dunoon Ferry Terminal

5/5(1 review)

Explore the waterfront in Dunoon with a trip to Dunoon Ferry Terminal. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

Dunoon Ferry Terminal

The Queens Hall

You can get tickets for a performance at The Queens Hall during your trip to Dunoon. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

The Queens Hall

Castle House Museum

4/5(1 review)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Castle House Museum in Dunoon. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

Castle House Museum

Holy Loch Marina

Explore the waterfront in Dunoon with a trip to Holy Loch Marina. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.

Holy Loch Marina

Castle Toward Residential School

Learn about the local history of Dunoon when you spend time at Castle Toward Residential School. While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.

Castle Toward Residential School

Hunters Quay Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Hunters Quay with a trip to Hunters Quay Ferry Terminal. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.

Hunters Quay Ferry Terminal

Quadmania

Enjoy an outing to Quadmania during your stay in Dunoon. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.

Quadmania

 

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Day trip destinations from Dunoon

Loch Lomond

Helensburgh

Bridge over Kinglas Water near Cairndow, Scotland, UK

Cairndow

Holy Loch Alpenglow in the background and a view of the once infamous Holy Loch. View from Western Ferries on the way to another day's hard labour in Cowal.
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Blairmore

Benmore botanical gardens with the rain moving in. Really nice place for a day out. Lots to see and do and some nice viewpoints like this.

Benmore

Holy Loch Alpenglow in the background and a view of the once infamous Holy Loch. View from Western Ferries on the way to another day's hard labour in Cowal.
Photo by Richard Webb (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

Strone

Frequently asked questions

Is Dunoon worth visiting?
Dunoon offers an interesting mix of local charm, attractions and culture. Whether you're into outdoor activities, history or local cuisine, there are many things here to enjoy.
How do I spend a day in Dunoon?
After you've checked off key attractions like Castle House Museum and Quadmania, spend the rest of your day experiencing Dunoon's shopping and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Dunoon?
Castle House Museum is one of the top tourist attractions in Dunoon and deserves a place on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Dunoon?
You can easily tick off top sights like Castle House Museum, Quadmania and Loch Long with a three-day trip to Dunoon. On average, most travellers book two days here. There's plenty to see and do nearby too, so stay a while longer and check out Glasgow.
Is Dunoon a walkable city?
If exploring on foot sounds like your style of vacation, Dunoon is a perfect destination. Find leading attractions, including Castle House Museum, a walkable distance from downtown. You can also enjoy a stroll through Sandbank, a vibrant neighbourhood located about 3 kilometres from downtown.
What are some activities to do in Dunoon with kids?
Planning what to do in Dunoon with kids has never been so simple. Whether you're travelling with teenagers or little ones, there's no shortage of family-friendly tours and attractions to keep them busy here.

What to do in Dunoon for adults?
There are loads of things to do in Dunoon, with entertainment for adults of all ages. Finish your day off at The Queens Hall.
Are there free things to do in Dunoon?
One of the simplest ways to find free things to do in Dunoon is to speak with a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on hip neighbourhoods, parks and other major attractions you can experience without taking your wallet out. Loch Long is one sight that doesn't have an entrance fee.