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  • Arduaine Garden

    Arduaine Garden is full of colour and fragrance, evoking glamorous destinations. This is no coincidence – the garden was begun in 1898 at a time when curiosity about foreign travel and an appetite for the exotic were all the rage.

    Arduaine lies on a rocky promontory at the head of the Sound of Jura and enjoys the warming benefits of the North Atlantic Drift, allowing for a wider range of plants than is usual in this part of the world.

    The garden nurtures plants from across the globe – from East Asia to South America. Red hot pokers, sensuous camellias, tree ferns and water lilies create a palette of vibrant colour, whatever the season.

    We’re addressing the challenge of Phythopthora in the shelterbelt at the garden. Come and see how we’re tackling this problem, to ensure the future safety of our incredible plant collection.

    The lower garden at Arduaine is unaffected by this work.

    How to find us

    Road: A816 20m south of Oban; see website for further details

    Location

    Awards

    Green Tourism Bronze Award, VisitScotland 4 Star Grading

    Highlights

    • Plants from East Asia to South America
    • Red hot pokers and sensuous camellias
    • Tree ferns and water lilies
    • Famous for its spring rhododendron collection

    Guided tours

    Look out for special events such as garden walks, talks and lectures, demonstrations, apple days, wildlife events, special plant sales, musical performances and much more. See website for further details.For group tour ideas see our new website for exclusive trade offers, rates and ticket options, unique experiences and suggested itineraries. If you are a travel operator please contact our central Travel Trade department with all enquiries, bookings, and any other requirements like catering or bespoke tours - [email protected] or telephone: +44 (0) 131 458 0204.
    For general groups (clubs, friends, and parties) contact the properties direct for information, private tours and other special arrangements.

    Group visits

    For group tour ideas see our new website for exclusive trade offers, rates and ticket options, unique experiences and suggested itineraries. If you are a travel operator please contact our central Travel Trade department with all enquiries, bookings, and any other requirements like catering or bespoke tours - [email protected] or telephone: +44 (0) 131 458 0204.
    For general groups (clubs, friends, and parties) contact the properties direct for information, private tours and other special arrangements.

    Promotional Themes

    • Autumn Colour
    • Herbaceous Borders & Plantings
    • Lilies
    • Quiet/Wellness Garden
    • Red Squirrels
    • Rhododendron Displays
    • Rose Gardens
    • Water Gardens
    • Woodland Gardens


    Opening Times

    also:

    See website for more details about opening times.

    Dates closed

    See website for more details about opening times.

    Admission prices

    Adult: See website for latest pricing

    Facilities

    Assistance Dogs Car park Picnic area Shop Wheelchair access

    Address

    Arduaine Garden
    Oban
    Argyll
    PA34 4XQ

    Phone

    0131 385 7490
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