Museums & Galleries · Loch Lomond and The Trossachs
Castle House Museum Dunoon
📍 PA23 7HR
Photo: James Denham (CC BY-SA 2.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- Historic reconstructions and interactive exhibits on local history
- Victorian room-set reconstructions with working clocks and growing plants
- Statue of Robert Burns' 'Highland Mary' in the grounds
- Panoramic views over the Firth of Clyde from the gardens
- Museum gift shop with postcards, jewellery and crafts
Castle House Museum sits in a grand historic building right in the heart of Dunoon, telling the story of Cowal from Neolithic settlers through Highland clan battles, Victorian expansion and the Clyde steamer era to both World Wars and the Cold War. You'll find room-set reconstructions of Victorian life, interactive exhibits, an extensive photo archive and original memorabilia, plus a gift shop and gardens with panoramic Clyde views and the famous Highland Mary statue. It suits history enthusiasts, families and those researching local or family history, with friendly staff on hand to share stories. The museum is open for the Summer 2026 season. For a stay nearby, Inverkip station is 3.4 miles away, and there are 58 bookable places to stay within 5 miles on BritStays.
Practical details
- Open
- Open for the Summer 2026 season
- Best for
- History lovers, families and family history researchers
From the attraction's own website on 4 Oct 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Gift Shop
- ✓ Picnic Area
- ✓ Indoor Areas
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