Dunbartonshire Visitor Travel Guide Page

We have compiled a travel and holiday information guide to help with your holiday stay in Dunbartonshire.

About Dunbartonshire

Dunbartonshire is an historic county on the west of Scotland and takes its name from the town of Dunbarton. Meaning 'Fort of the Britons' Dunbarton is dominated by its castle which sits upon Dunbarton Rock a distinctive hill at the mouth of the River Leven and has a long history of shipbuilding and whiskey making a great attraction to the visitor. The small town of Balloch is on the southern banks of Loch Lomond, which is the largest body of fresh water in Britain, and the Loch Lomond Shores visitor's center the gateway to Scotland's first national park located here. An abundance of outdoor sports are here from canoeing and Kayaking to Cycling and Hiking.

Attractions & Heritage Sites within Dunbartonshire

1. Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park  - Alexandria, Dunbartonshire, G83 8EG Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park is the 4th largest National park in the British Isles. The area has many hiking and walking trails. 2. Titan Crane - Clydebank, Dunbartonshire, G81 1BF The Titan Crane is perhaps the most unusual tourist attraction in Scotland, but one of the most riveting. 3. Ardgartan Visitor Centre - Argyll Forest Park, Arrochar, Dunbartonshire, G83 7AR The Ardgarten Visitor Centre is located at the northern entrance of the Argyll Forest. Great walking or hiking trips from here into the vast mountains and lochs. See Full List of Attractions & Heritage Sites in Dunbartonshire

Towns and Villages in Dunbartonshire

Dunbartonshire has some lovely towns and villages to explore, below is a list with a short summary and link to more information about it and pictures. Alexandria - is named after Alexander Smollett, a local landowner and MP... More... Clydebank - includes part of the Antonine Wall, a fortification built by the Romans... More... Dumbarton - was destroyed, or nearly so, several times over the years... More...

Useful Contact Information for Dunbartonshire

Balloch Tourist Information Centre Balloch Road, Balloch, Dunbartonshire, G83 8LQ Tel No: 08707 200607 Dumbarton Tourist Information Centre Milton, Dumbarton, Dunbartonshire, G82 2TZ Tel No: 08452 255121 Helensburgh Tourist Information Centre The Clock Tower, Helensburgh, Dunbartonshire, G84 7PA Tel No: 08452 255121 Tarbet Tourist Information Centre (Loch Lomond) Main Street, Tarbet, Dunbartonshire, G83 7DE Tel No: 08707 200623

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