Your Essential Travel Guide To Isle of Arran
Discover Things To Do In Isle of Arran
The Isle of Arran is the largest island in the Firth of Clyde and is the seventh largest island in Scotland.
With its rugged coastline, dramatic mountain peaks, impeccable beaches, lush forests, cultural festivals and tasty local produce, what more could you want from this idyllic island?
Getting to the Isle of Arran
From our ferry port in Newcastle take the A69 to Carlisle, then the M6 north and continue on to the A74(M). At J12 take the A70 and continue onto the A76, A71 and then the A78 to Ardrossan Harbour where you can catch the car ferry to Arran. Ferry services are operated by Caledonian MacBrayne.
Things to do
If you love the great outdoors, then you’re sure to fall in love with the Isle of Arran. It is a true haven for outdoor enthusiasts with outstanding wildlife, flora, geology, archaeology and history, all packaged in a compact and accessible destination. Travel distances are short, so most attractions are within a 30 minute drive.
A powerboat trip offers great thrills and is a unique way to get close to marine wildlife such as seals, sharks, whales and dolphins. Other available outdoor activities include gorge scrambling, mountain biking, archery, climbing, sailing, sea kayaking, and paragliding.
What to see
The fascinating Bronze Age remnants of the Machrie Moor Stone Circles on the west coast of the island are definitely worth exploring.
A tour of the Arran Distillery provides the opportunity to discover the secrets behind the distilling process before sampling a dram of malt whiskey or the creamy liqueur Arran Gold.
Brodick is the largest village on the island and is home to the great Brodick Castle, Gardens and Country Park, which is the only island country park in Britain. There you can see many different flowers on show, including an internationally acclaimed collection of rhododendrons.
Our Routes to the UK
Amsterdam-Newcastle Ferry Crossings
Travel comfortably with your car, campervan, or motorcycle and with no luggage limits on the Amsterdam–Newcastle ferry to the gates of Scotland.
From
€79
Dunkirk-Dover Ferry Crossings
Sail across the English Channel with ease on a short crossing between Dunkirk and Dover.
From
€103
per car + up to 4 people, one way*
Calais-Dover Ferry Crossings
Our Calais to Dover route is the shortest crossing we provide and is the perfect way to cross the Channel to the UK.
From
€103
per car + up to 4 people, one way*
Dieppe-Newhaven Ferry Crossings
Crossing the Channel from Dieppe to Newhaven provides you with the ideal gateway to the UK.
From
€118
per car + 2 people, one way*
Travel Guides
Edinburgh
With DFDS ferries to Newcastle, it couldn’t be easier to travel Scotland for a fantastic holiday, with Edinburgh just a couple of hours’ drive from the port.
Glasgow
Situated on the River Clyde, near to Scotland’s west coast, Glasgow is the largest city in the country and holds many charms for holidaymakers looking for a city break.
Loch Lomond
Loch Lomond is a true treat for lovers of the outdoors, with an incredible variety of geology, flora and wildlife to see.
Cairngorms
The Cairngorms National Park, in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, was voted one of the top 20 places to visit in the world.
St Andrews
Discover the beautiful city of St Andrews in Scotland. Explore the oldest university in Scotland and if you have time be sure to visit the world-renowned golf courses.
Six Nations Murrayfield Stadium
Discover the great Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh for great memories and a trip you will remember.
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