Isle of Arran Tours

About Isle of Arran

The Isle of Arran sits in the Firth of Clyde, visible from the Ayrshire coast and reached by CalMac ferry from Ardrossan or Troon. Known as Scotland in Miniature, the island compresses Highland grandeur and Lowland gentleness into a single landmass — the Highland Boundary Fault runs through its centre, creating dramatic contrasts between the rugged north and the lusher south. In April 2025, Arran was designated a UNESCO Global Geopark, recognising its extraordinary geological heritage. Goat Fell, at 874 metres (2,866 feet), is the island's highest point — jagged summits with a trail starting near Brodick Castle. On a clear day, views extend to the Ayrshire coast and Northern Ireland. Brodick Castle (NTS) dominates Brodick Bay — formal gardens, woodland trails, an adventure playground, and views over the bay to the mainland. Machrie Moor Stone Circles on the west coast are Bronze Age standing stones in a haunting moorland setting. Lochranza Castle, picturesque 14th-century ruins at the island's northern tip, completes the historical picture. Arran has two distilleries. Isle of Arran Distillery at Lochranza is the oldest on the island, offering tours year-round. Lagg Distillery on the south coast produces peated spirit — the newest addition to Arran's whisky story. The 56-mile coastal road circuit links all the island's highlights. CalMac ferries run from Ardrossan to Brodick (55 minutes), Troon to Brodick (55 minutes), and Claonaig to Lochranza (30 minutes).