What to do and see in Helensburgh, Scotland: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do

September 18, 2021 Marlin Saiz

Helensburgh (/ˈhɛlənzbrə/; Scottish Gaelic: Baile Eilidh, lit. 'town (or burgh) of Helen') is a town within the Helensburgh and Lomond Area of Argyll and Bute Council, Scotland. It also has its own Community Council. Until local government reorganisation in 1996 Helensburgh was in Dumbarton District and hence also in Strathclyde Region; prior to 1975 it was a small burgh with its own town council within Dunbartonshire. In the Middle Ages it was within the Earldom of Lennox, an area sometimes referred to as The Lennox. It lies on the north shore of the Firth of Clyde and the mouth of the Gareloch is close to the western boundary of the town.
Restaurants in Helensburgh

1. The Hill House

Upper Colquhoun Street, Helensburgh G84 9AJ Scotland +44 1436 673900 [email protected] http://www.nts.org.uk/Property/The-Hill-House/
Excellent
69%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 638 reviews

The Hill House

Reviewed By PaulG6387

This house is well worth a visit the views across Helensburgh to the sea and beyond are breathtaking especially from the top of the steel structure The Cafe is a must staff cannot do enough for you the prawn open and chicken sandwiches were fresh and the foul of the day was delicious and warm

2. The Tower Digital Arts Centre

81 Sinclair Street, Helensburgh G84 8TR Scotland +44 1436 645006 [email protected] http://helensburghboxoffice.com
Excellent
76%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
6%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 109 reviews

The Tower Digital Arts Centre

The Tower Digital Arts Centre is a local charity managed by volunteers. The centre hosts arts events ranging from ballet productions to comedy nights, jazz concerts to orchestral performance. The centre is a digital capture centre and hosts a production centre, and full digital training centre and theatre and dance training and rehearsal rooms. After the closure of the towns local cinema 47 years ago The Tower has relaunched latest release digital cinema in Helensburgh with two new screens and new digital projectors. The cinema screen the latest films seven days a week.

Reviewed By 926gareths - Helensburgh, United Kingdom

Went to see the sonic the hedgehog movie and had a great time. Great selection of drinks and snacks for the movie. However it is unfortunate that even on a rainy saturday afternoon the cinema was nowhere near full. I would hate to see the place close due to lack of custom. The only gripe I had was that the popcorn containers are too small! Apart from that it's a great place to watch a film and we will definitely be returning in the future!

3. The Creggans

Shore Road Princes Terrace, Kilcreggan, Helensburgh G84 0JJ Scotland +44 1436 842700 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/TheCreggans/timeline
Excellent
76%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 37 reviews

The Creggans

Reviewed By M5028LRkarenm - Glasgow, United Kingdom

I’ve just eaten the best fish and chips ever!!! Huge portion and so so tasty. I can’t praise it highly enough. Feather light batter and perfect chips. Given the restrictions - we had to eat outside (as I was drinking alcohol) but this added to the enjoyment. There’s a gazebo with fairy lights and a patio heater and everyone is so friendly. We’ll be back next week!

4. Kilcreggan Pier

The Pier, Kilcreggan, Helensburgh Scotland +44 1436 842476 http://www.spt.co.uk/kilcreggan-ferry
Excellent
43%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
2%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 44 reviews

Kilcreggan Pier

Reviewed By 445margarete

Fabulous Pier very picturesque and quaint. Like stepping back in time. Ferry master & staff were so helpful & accomodating. Well worth a walk along.

5. Helensburgh West Bay Esplanade

Helensburgh G84 8SQ Scotland +44 1546 605522 https://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk/chord-project/helensburgh-west-bay-esplanade-and-transforming-town-centre
Excellent
35%
Good
46%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
12%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 26 reviews

Helensburgh West Bay Esplanade

Reviewed By B4035LFelizabethc - Glasgow, United Kingdom

Since they've renovated the promenade it's looking beautiful. It's a great place to sit and look onto the loch or just to stroll along. Plenty of seats for sitting, or you can just "sit on the wall". With it's revamped square too, Helensburgh is now a super looking place and is always a favourite with day tourists/visitors. Plenty of eating places.

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