mccaig's tower

mccaig's tower印象

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  William095

  This is an interesting construction. Nice uphill walk to get there, then the views around Oban are superb.

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  Lee140

  The climb to the top was worth it . Take a camera and soak up the outstanding views over the water. Perfect in summer or winter.

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  kerryb375

  Steep walk p to McCaigs tower, but beautiful views when you arrive. Can also get a City Bus tour that stops there. Nice to have a picnic there if sunnier.

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  wullie37

  Hard and punishing walk to get to the top and when you do get there, there is nothing but a small grassy area inside the tower.Stunning views from the top, but you can get that almost anywhere in Oban anyway!

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  GS_and_TS

  We walked up with our 3 year old, who walked the whole way. It is quite steep but it's not far from town. The building is pretty ugly and out of place (being modelled on Roman architecture it's pretty out of place in a Scottish village next to the sea!) However, it has a viewing platform which has a bench and great views. There is nothing else to do apart from take in the view. Pop into the Tourist information before you go to pick up a leaflet with the story

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  starfleet1701

  Overlooking Oban, in Argyll, Scotland, this magnificent stone building was started to be built in 1897 and stopped in 1902 by John Stuart McCaig and was planned to be a building to house portraits and was supposed to have a central wall structure, but work stopped when he died.you can drive to the car park at the top of the hill, and be warned the streets are narrow and one way, however the view is fantastic!There is a bit of a walk into the actual structure but you will be greeted with benches and trees and a wonderful view of the Loch. Take a picnic!

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  christinef830

  Steep climb up very narrow and quite busy road.The view over the bay to the islands was fantastic and as it was a sunny day, ideal photo opportunity.

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  Gazza061

  Travelled up the hill by car as we did not fancy an "Eddie the Eagle" type slanty 45 degree walk up the hill.The monument has ample car parking and so no real hassle. The area has some very nice gardens inside the structure and a very good vantage point for a view of Oban. OK, I suppose but I think I would have been disappointed with the view after walking. Not worth the walk in my view, needs a cable car to attract more custom.

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  Sanny929

  Was built by McCaig to create work for the unemployed tradesmen in the town. He planned for a Art gallery museum type building but died before it could come to fruition. Great views of Oban from high above the town and a strong structure for photo opportunities. Good walk but worth it.

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  ian1509

  Steep walk up to view point nice garden in the walls with glimpses of the view. The best view is from a viewing platform in front of the monument through a little door. Note if you have any health problems get a taxi then it's a short walk up a hill or steps.