Loch Lomond and The
Trossachs National Park is approximately 30 miles from the castle and is an
area of outstanding beauty as well as hosting many sporting activities such as
kayaking, canoeing, walking, swimming, boat rides,etc.
For more info go to: https://www.10adventures.com/hikes/loch-lomond-and-the-trossachs/
Glasgow (20 miles from castle) is a port city on the River
Clyde and is accessible by a direct train from Gourock. It's famed for its
Victorian and art nouveau architecture, a rich legacy of the city's
18th-20th-century prosperity due to trade and shipbuilding. Today it's a
national cultural hub, home to institutions including the Scottish Opera,
Scottish Ballet and National Theatre of Scotland, acclaimed museums and a
thriving music scene.
Glencoe is Scotland's most famous and beautiful
glen. It has been featured in many films over the years. Glencoe is a beautiful
drive up the famous A82 and is approximately 80 miles drive from castle.
The small town of Inveraray is a beautiful 40
mile drive from castle. The drive takes you across the firth on the ferry,
along the shores of Loch Fyne, famous for its oysters, and past Inveraray
Castle into the picturesque town with local whiskey shops and lovely old inns.
Located 35 miles from castle is one of
Scotland's finest single malt distilleries, Glengoyne which offers tours daily.
Castle Levan is 25 miles from the start of the West Highland Way. Start or end your walk in style at the castle!
Stirling Castle, located in
Stirling (60 miles from castle Levan), is one of the largest and most important
castles, both historically and architecturally, in Scotland.
Hilly Edinburgh, Scotland's
capital, has a medieval Old Town and an elegant Georgian New Town, with gardens
and neoclassical buildings. It's home to Arthur’s Seat, an extinct volcano in
Holyrood Park with sweeping views from its peak. Looming over the city is
hilltop Edinburgh Castle, home to Scotland’s crown jewels and the Stone of
Destiny, traditionally used in the coronation of Scottish rulers.
