The Top 20 Attractions in Renfrewshire
There are plenty of places to see and visit in Renfrewshire. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Renfrewshire 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 13, 2025
Castle Semple Collegiate Church
Highlight • Historical Site
Castle Semple Collegiate Church was founded in 1504 to serve his castle and estate. John, Lord Sempill built the church which was then extended by his son to include the …
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Erskine Bridge
Highlight • Viewpoint
Cycling over the bridge you'll find stunning views across Renfrewshire, Clydebank and Glasgow to the East, and views down the Clyde towards Dumbarton and Inverclyde to the West. Below the …
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Barr Castle
Highlight • Historical Site
Barr Castle is a 15th-century keep which was altered in the 16th century (and probably later, too). The gables of the castle have collapsed, apart from the chimney stack which …
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Castle Semple Loch
Highlight • Lake
Castle Semple Loch was part of the historic Lochwinnoch estate. It was a fishing loch and part of the wider drainage scheme that the estate owners created to improve the …
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Paisley to Kilbirnie Cycle Path
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Decent surface following the old railway cutting.
The section around Lochwinnoch tends to get busy with pedestrians at the weekend.
The section around Lochwinnoch tends to get busy with pedestrians at the weekend.
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Craigie Linn Waterfall
Highlight • Viewpoint
About 26 feet tall, this waterfall is a wee hidden gem. It's best seen after a few days of rain, so best to visit in Autumn, Winter or Spring, when it's quite breath taking.
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White Cart Water Cycleway
Highlight • Cycleway
Nice path running between Paisley and Crookston/Ross Hall. Recently resurfaced it’s super smooth, winding alongside the river. Part of Sustrans route 7 & 75.
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Carved Animal Benches at Castle Semple Loch
Highlight • Structure
A lovely spot for a picnic or a rest. The carvings sit just off National Cycle route 7, and at a junction connecting the Castle Semple Lochside Trail with Parkhill Woods.
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Big Bike Sculpture
Highlight • Monument
Exactly what it says on the tin - a fun statue of a big bike along NCN Route 7. Definitely worth stopping for a photo of the statue with your own bike.
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Renfrew Lift Bridge and Bike Path by Glasgow Airport
Highlight (Segment) • Structure
This was a pretty good place to ride before, but now it's got a HOT NEW BIKE PATH that makes it twenty times better. Strongly recommend.
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Paisley Abbey
Highlight • Religious Site
A medieval abbey with beautiful architecture through out. The abbey also has a tower that you can climb. The stairs are spiral and incredibly narrow but the view is great and worth the climb.
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