Top Things to do in Balloch
What to do and see in Balloch, Scotland: The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day
Discover the best top things to do in Balloch, United Kingdom including Scotland's Wild Tours, Icefire Glass, The Haven on The Loch, The Dog House, Loch Lomond Sea Life Aquarium, Lomond Pirates Play Zone & Cafe.
Restaurants in Balloch
1. Scotland's Wild Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 197 reviews
Award winning, 5 Star, Extra Small Group, Active Sightseeing Tours around Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park & Glencoe & the Highlands. Tours for up to 8 visitors, ensuring an inclusive and personable experience Departing from with the National park. See and walk the best bits of 720 square miles Active Sightseeing, or as we like to call it, #Sightdoing We get out and walk the beautiful scenery we are seeing
2. Icefire Glass
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Designers and manufacture of largely ornamental glassware and Scottish gifts.You're free to watch us working at our studio and gallery shop. We are also open to commissions and special orders from private individuals, companies and other groups internationally as we ship world wide. If you're visiting you'll find us at the far end of the garden centre buildings, on the left, next to the out door plants. Open every day except occasionally Tuesday, so ring ahead if that's your only option.
Reviewed By dianebB8032UH
What a gem of a find. Amazing and unique glassware. John and Anne are so talented and were so welcoming that it made our visit exceptional. We loved everything so much we returned a couple of days later to buy some more fabulous items, this time for Christmas presents, before going home. We will certainly visit again if in the area for another holiday. I cannot wait to get home to display the items we bought for ourselves. A must visit.
3. The Haven on The Loch
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 41 reviews
We are situated within the iconic building that is Loch Lomond Galleries. Close to the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond and only 30 mins from Glasgow, this spectacular eye-catching building was constructed in 1905 to house the Argyll Motor Works, then the world's largest car factory. At the time it was considered to be an extravagant folly by competitors, but now this ornate A-listed building of red sandstone and opulent marble is admired by all Our Spa Breaks have been specially devised to help you switch off from everyday pressures, forget any worries and just float!
4. The Dog House
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By kev_russ - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Fired in here for a couple of pints oan a wee day trip to Balloch from Edinburgh oan the train with the dog. Friendly staff who gave oor wee Shih Tzu puppy a treat & water. They even allowed us tae eat oor fish n chips in the pub. It wis a cheap pint anaw.
5. Loch Lomond Sea Life Aquarium
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 1,074 reviews
SEA LIFE Loch Lomond Aquarium is just 30 minutes from Glasgow, situated on the stunning Loch Lomond Shores. Explore an amazing underwater world and take a fascinating journey from the Loch Lomond shores to the ocean depths through 7 themed zones, including our Tropical Ocean Tunnel. Get up close to over 1500 creatures, including the largest collection of Sharks in Scotland, our playful family of Otters and super-friendly Cow Nose Rays. Find out how it feels to touch a starfish and other creatures living in our interactive rockpool then head to our Observation Deck for unrivalled views of Loch Lomond, or relax in our welcoming coffee shop. With fun talks, animal feeds, special events and our quiz trail, there's plenty for everyone to enjoy at SEA LIFE Loch Lomond. We are open 7 days a week 10am-5pm (last admission at 4pm).
Reviewed By manderpantz89
The Sea Life Centre is one of my little boy's favourite places to go since he was a wee baby and so we go quite regularly regularly. Yes, it's smaller than some of the bigger Merlin aquariums, but the experience makes up for whatever the venue lacks in size. It's perfect for families as there are lots of things for kids to see and do. For example: Quiz sheets Sea Life info screens Interactive experiences (what a shark/octopus feels like etc) Educational boards Cinema (with information on endangered creatures) Interactive rock pools (touch a starfish and other sea life) Seasonal exhibits/experiences (e.g. themed Easter, Halloween and Christmas activities - go when one of these is on if you can, for better value) The staff are all very knowledgeable and love to let you know more about the creatures in the tanks. Plus they are all really good with kids too. Both of these things are appreciated more during coronavirus. Kids under 3 are free, so it's ideal for occupying toddlers.We use the local's pass which makes it cheaper but even without this I think we would go quite regularly. If you're an adult going without a family, you probably won't think this is a great attraction. Especially if you're glued to your phone the whole time, as the signal is poor in the aquarium. Coronavirus measures - Your temperature gets taken when you enter. Hand sanitiser is available at lots of points. Mask wearing mandatory in gift shop. Social distancing stickers and signs throughout (though some customers must be blind or bad at measuring). One group/family in the lift at a time. No live talks.
6. Lomond Pirates Play Zone & Cafe
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 51 reviews
Lomond Pirates Play Area & Cafe is a spectacular pirate themed inflatable play area open for daily play sessions with a family run Cafe serving delicious homemade food & home baking each day along with teas and coffees. It also offers a range of party packages. Aswell as soft play it also houses indoor children's amusements & a fabulous outdoor fun fair which includes trampolines & dodgems etc
