The Top 20 Attractions around Helensburgh
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Helensburgh. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Helensburgh is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 11, 2025
Balloch Castle
Highlight • Castle
Balloch Castle Country Park affords wonderful views over Loch Lomond. The park comprises 200 acres (80 ha) of semi-rural ornamental woodland, parks, gardens, meadows, and shoreline. The castle itself is closed but still a fine building to admire.
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Hogback Stone at Luss Parish Church
Highlight • Historical Site
The Hogback Stone is typical of an Anglo-Scandinavian grave marker from the 11th century with a curved ridge decorated with ‘shingles’ reminiscent of a house. The presence of hogbacks in …
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Gouk Hill Path Hike-a-Bike Section
Highlight (Segment) • Forest
June 24 - badly affected by fallen trees. A path of sorts has been formed to the left facing uphill (E>W) however it is very steep with a loaded bike. …
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Loch Lomond Shores and SEA LIFE Aquarium
Highlight • Rest Area
The aquarium is quite nice for a rainy day. Otherwise the shops are rather average.
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The Hill House
Highlight • Historical Site
High on a hill in Helensburgh, overlooking the River Clyde, sits what is universally regarded as Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s finest domestic creation.
The Hill House is a visually arresting mix …
The Hill House is a visually arresting mix …
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View of the southern shore of Loch Lomond
Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint
This is a lovely view from the very southern banks of Loch Lomond, Great Britain's largest body of freshwater. From here, the loch stretches nearly 23 miles (37 km) into …
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Helensburgh Pier and Henry Bell Monument
Highlight • Monument
Helensburgh Pier extends 804 feet (245 m) from the coast and affords lovely views over the Upper Firth of Clyde and the town itself. The pier, which was built in …
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"Maid of the Loch" Paddle Steamer
Highlight • Monument
The Maid of the Loch, by the world-famous Bonnie Banks of Loch Lomond at Balloch Pier, is the last paddle steamer built in Britain. It is the last in a …
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Kerr’s Folly Statue (Wee Peter), Bandry Bay
Highlight • Lake
This statue in Bandry Bay, just south of Luss, is called ‘Wee Peter’, a name which was conferred in recent times for reasons unknown. Most people think it is a …
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Loch Long Coastal Road
Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway
A fantastic view of Loch Long just before a speedy descent down to join the road by the side of the loch.
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Braeside Water Divide – Greenock Cut
Highlight • River
The Greenock Cut is a leat built to supply water from the reservoir to Greenock. It was built in the 19th century and features ingenious overflow valves which self-maintain the …
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