The Top 8 Attractions around South Arran Marine Protected Area
There are plenty of places to see and visit around South Arran Marine Protected Area. Whether you love hiking or cycling, South Arran Marine Protected Area is a region where 8
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: October 25, 2025
King's Cave
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Legend has it that Robert the Bruce sheltered in the King’s Cave before the Battle of Bannockburn. As he sat, the King saw a spider trying to build a web …
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View of Pladda Island and Ailsa Craig from Kildonan Beach
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Kildonan is a village on the south coast of Arran. It is named after the Irish monk, Saint Donan, who is believed to have lived here in the 6th century. …
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The Doon Hillfort
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The Doon Hillfort is an Iron Age fortification situated on a headland just outside Blackwaterfoot on the Isle of Arran. It's a unique and impressive sight, and well-worth the slight detour to witness its magnificence.
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View of Holy Isle
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Great place to relax on the rocks at dusk
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View of Kildonan Beach and Pladda Island
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The beautiful sea views of the most southerly part of this Arran round trip.
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