Top 10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Isle of Bute, Scotland

January 23, 2022 Margarita Chappel

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. City Sightseeing Bute

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5.0 based on 208 reviews

City Sightseeing Bute

Explore the beautiful Isle of Bute on our open top tour. Our iconic red open top bus tour operates from May to September. Hop on hop off and visit Bute's historic attractions including Mount Stuart and Rothesay Castle and see the stunning parks, gardens and beaches.

2. Rothesay's Victorian Toilets

The Pier, Rothesay Scotland +44 1700 504754 http://www.isle-of-bute.com/victoriantoilets/
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4.5 based on 480 reviews

Rothesay's Victorian Toilets

Reviewed By mathesoncs - Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Beautifully maintained old public toilets right beside the ferry terminal. A very modest fee to get in butt worth it

3. Mount Stuart

Rothesay PA20 9LR Scotland +44 1700 503877 [email protected] http://www.mountstuart.com/
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4.5 based on 1,205 reviews

Mount Stuart

Reviewed By HMac_2013 - Santa Fe, United States

We didn’t see the inside of the house - we’re not much for house tours. It was the gardens we came for and they are lovely, and the grounds beautiful, extensive and well tended. The rock garden, right by the house, was my favorite, with paths winding around rocks, a brook, and an interesting variety of trees, shrubs and flowers, including my favorite wild orchids. The Wee Garden, a 10-15 minute walk from the house is hardly “wee” except in comparison to the hundreds of acres of Mount Stuart’s grounds, but quite extensive with paths winding among trees, some of them exotic from places like New Zealand and Tasmania. The cafe, too, makes for an exceptionally pleasant lunch or afternoon snack.

4. The Discovery Centre

Winter Gardens Victoria Street, Rothesay Scotland
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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. Bute Museum

Stuart Street, Rothesay Scotland +44 1700 505067 http://www.butemuseum.org.uk
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4.5 based on 84 reviews

Bute Museum

Reviewed By phemiemac - Glasgow, United Kingdom

The museum is one of the very few visitor attractions currently open in Rothesay but well worth a visit regardless. Artefacts from all ages from Neolithic onwards and a great display of flora and fauna. Found it really interesting and the gentleman on the door was welcoming.

7. 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.

8. The Galatea Bar

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

9. 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
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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!

10. Bute Military Museum

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

Bute Military Museum

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