Oban Scotland, United Kingdom

Cruise Port

Oban Scotland

Town in Argyll and Bute, Scotland.

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Overview

Oban Scotland is a cruise port in United Kingdom. It lies on the coast at approximately 56.412, -5.472.

About Oban Scotland

Oban is a resort town and seaport in the west of Scotland, within the Argyll and Bute council area. Although small, it is the largest town between Helensburgh and Fort William. Oban has a population of 8,000 (2022), which rises to over 24,000 during the tourist season. Oban is on the Firth of Lorn. The bay forms a near-perfect horseshoe, protected by the island of Kerrera and, beyond Kerrera, the Isle of Mull. To the north are the long, low island of Lismore and the mountains of Morvern and Ardgour.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Oban Scotland — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Oban Scotland

Oban Harbour Promenade - geograph.org.uk - 7609707
Oban Harbour Promenade - geograph.org.uk - 7609707
Oban, Mccaig's Tower - 20170104123723
Oban, Mccaig's Tower - 20170104123723
Oban Distillery
Oban Distillery
St Columba's Cathedral ^ Alexandra Hotel, Oban - geograph.org.uk - 4923489
St Columba's Cathedral ^ Alexandra Hotel, Oban - geograph.org.uk - 4923489

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 17°C in Jul and coolest around 6°C in Jan (average daytime highs).

Jan
6°
3°
Feb
7°
3°
Mar
9°
3°
Apr
10°
4°
May
13°
7°
Jun
16°
11°
Jul
17°
12°
Aug
17°
12°
Sep
16°
11°
Oct
12°
9°
Nov
10°
6°
Dec
7°
3°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Oban Scotland the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Oban Scotland, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →