Natural landmarks · Central Scotland
Oban Bay
In or near Dunbeg.
Oban Bay — a natural feature in scotland highlands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Oban · 0.6 km
- Dog-friendly
About
Oban Bay is a named natural feature in scotland highlands, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Place summary
Oban Bay is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Highlands. This picturesque bay is known for its stunning coastal views and serves as a hub for maritime activities. It plays a significant role in the local fishing and ferry industries, connecting the mainland to the nearby islands. The surrounding area offers opportunities for walking and exploring the rugged coastal landscape.
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- Coordinates
- 56.4163, -5.4800
- District
- Argyll and Bute
- Postcode
- PA34 5AA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
- Nearest railway station
- Oban — 0.6 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-9883864 (CC BY 4.0)
Other places nearby
Alexandra Hotel
Hotels · 0.4 km
Oban 51st Highland Division War Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 0.4 km
St Columba's Cathedral
Cathedrals · 0.4 km
Christ Church Dunollie, Corran Esplanade, Oban
Historic churches · 0.4 km
The Lancaster Hotel
Hotels · 0.4 km
Oban War & Peace Museum
Museums · 0.4 km
Corran Halls
Open-air theatres · 0.4 km
Corran Halls
Theatres · 0.4 km
St John's Cathedral
Cathedrals · 0.4 km
Oban Inn
Historic pubs · 0.4 km
Oban Youth Hostel
Hostels · 0.4 km
Glencairn Hotel
Hotels · 0.4 km
Nearby
📷 7Hotels · Central Scotland
Alexandra Hotel
Alexandra Hotel — a hotel in scotland highlands.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
Oban 51st Highland Division War Memorial
Oban 51st Highland Division War Memorial — a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Cathedrals · Central Scotland
St Columba's Cathedral
St Columba's Cathedral — cathedral in Oban, Argyll, Scotland.
📷 5Historic churches · Central Scotland
Christ Church Dunollie, Corran Esplanade, Oban
Christ Church Dunollie, Corran Esplanade, Oban — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 7Hotels · Central Scotland
The Lancaster Hotel
The Lancaster Hotel — a hotel in scotland highlands.
📷 3Museums · Central Scotland
Oban War & Peace Museum
Oban War & Peace Museum — a museum in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Oban Bay
Places to stay
📷 7Hotels · Central Scotland
Alexandra Hotel
Alexandra Hotel — a hotel in scotland highlands.
📷 7Hotels · Central Scotland
The Lancaster Hotel
The Lancaster Hotel — a hotel in scotland highlands.
📷 5Hostels · Central Scotland
Oban Youth Hostel
Oban Youth Hostel — a hostel in scotland highlands.
📷 7
📷 5📷 7B&Bs · Central Scotland
Kilchrenan House
Kilchrenan House — a bed-and-breakfast in scotland highlands.
Places to eat & drink
📷 7
📷 7Historic pubs · Central Scotland
King's Arms Flats, 28 George Street, Oban
King's Arms Flats, 28 George Street, Oban in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 7Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Caledonian Hotel, George Street, Oban
Caledonian Hotel, George Street, Oban in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Tigh an Truish Inn
Tigh an Truish Inn — Historic pub — listed building or notable heritage status.
📷 3Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Ardbrecknish House
Ardbrecknish House — Historic pub — listed building or notable heritage status.
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Oban Bay?
- Oban Bay is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PA34 5AA).
- What is Oban Bay?
- Oban Bay — a natural feature in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to Oban Bay?
- The nearest railway station is Oban, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode PA34 5AA.
- How do I get to Oban Bay?
- The nearest railway station is Oban, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PA34 5AA.