The 10 Best Free Things to do in Isle of Bute, Scotland

May 6, 2022 Venice Greaves

Mount Stuart House is one of Britain’s finest pieces of Gothic revival domestic architecture and a popular visitor attraction. Interiors of the house are grand and elaborate and reflect the history and wealth of the Stuarts of Bute, who have been on the island for over 700 years. A quirky attraction at Rothesay harbour is the elaborately decorated Victorian public toilet.
Restaurants in Isle of Bute

1. The West Island Way

Scotland http://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/argyll/west-island-way.shtml
Excellent
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5.0 based on 25 reviews

The West Island Way

Reviewed By sheona - Edinburgh, United Kingdom

We walked the southern part of the route on a beautiful autumn day, starting near St Blane's Church. The route is well marked with signs highlighting nearby places of interest. The terrain is varied - over hilltops and a tricky section along the southern coastline, and the views are splendid throughout the route. It took around three hours with time for a picnic and lots of photostops.

2. St Blane's Chapel

Dunagoil Kingarth, Rothesay PA20 9LX Scotland http://www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/bute/stblaneschurch/index.html
Excellent
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4.5 based on 185 reviews

St Blane's Chapel

Reviewed By 739lornac - Stirling, United Kingdom

Beautiful scenery from the top, really breathtaking, well worth the short climb up the hill, parking at the bottom of the hill is limited. The ruins are very interesting.

3. Ardencraig Gardens

Ardencraig Gardens Ardencraig Lane, Rothesay PA20 9EZ Scotland +44 1700 504644 [email protected] http://www.gardens-of-argyll.co.uk/gardens/ardencraig-gardens.html
Excellent
67%
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4.5 based on 75 reviews

Ardencraig Gardens

Reviewed By Paul1971Glasgow - Glasgow, United Kingdom

Beautiful hidden gem in Rothesay, lovely beds, greenhouses, succulents and cacti and an aviary. Very friendly and knowledgeable gardening team who made us feel welcome. Great for a visit.

4. The Discovery Centre

Winter Gardens Victoria Street, Rothesay Scotland
Excellent
63%
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4.5 based on 62 reviews

The Discovery Centre

5. Struan Bar

15-16A Mountstuart Road, Rothesay Scotland +44 1700 500119
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4.5 based on 9 reviews

Struan Bar

6. The Golfers

3 East Princes Street, Rothesay PA20 9DL Scotland +44 1700 502095 http://www.facebook.com/GolfersBar
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4.5 based on 52 reviews

The Golfers

Built in 1901, this pub retains most of its refitting from c.1930, in Glasgow Art Nouveau style. The public bar has an impressive mirrored gantry with stained glass cupboard fronts and ten drawers, a long bar counter, and extensive panelling. The Golfers bar is a family friendly pub with a childs license up till 8pm. The Golfers often hosts live music on Friday and Saturday nights. The Golfers accepts pets and we offer bowls of water and treats too!

Reviewed By R6814RVpaulc - Glasgow, United Kingdom

Cracking wee boozer. Good selection of drinks and cheery, friendly staff. Great location. Even despite Covid times-which they were excellent in taking all necessary steps, a nice wee atmosphere and buzz can be found in the pub. Alas, we couldn't get in the next night as it was empty but "full". Well Covid full haha.

7. The Galatea Bar

8 Castle Street, Rothesay PA20 9HA Scotland +44 7984 703420 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/galatearothesay/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 23 reviews

The Galatea Bar

Reviewed By Doddy0078 - North Shields, United Kingdom

A great little pub on Bute with a decent range of drinks. Caledonian Best on offer, £2.50 a pint! Also has a lovely little beer garden to relax in the sun.

8. Rothesay VisitScotland iCentre

Isle of Bute Discovery Centre Victoria Street Discovery Centre, Rothesay PA20 0AH Scotland +44 1700 507043 [email protected] http://www.visitscotland.com/en-us/info/services/rothesay-information-centre-p332501
Excellent
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4.5 based on 243 reviews

Rothesay VisitScotland iCentre

Reviewed By JLxGlasgow - Glasgow, United Kingdom

This is a great centre with lots of information, video displays and a lovely shop with local products and souvenirs. Also good for a toilet stop when out a walk in the town!

9. St Michaels Chapel Ruins

Upper Ettrick Farm Kilmichael Isle of Bute, Rothesay PA20 0QU Scotland
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4.5 based on 20 reviews

St Michaels Chapel Ruins

Reviewed By GrannyPea - Dunure, United Kingdom

Happened across this churchyard while on a say trip to the Isle of Bute. Ih to know more of the histories of the families commemorated here.

10. Bute Military Museum

8 Deanhood Place, Rothesay Scotland +44 7795 417652 [email protected] http://www.facebook.com/Butemilitarymuseum
Excellent
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4.5 based on 20 reviews

Bute Military Museum

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