Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel

Castle Grounds, Dunbeg, By Oban, Argyll, PA37 1PZ

01631 562 465
 

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Opening times

1 Apr to 30 Sept:
Daily, 9.30am to 5.30pm
Last entry 5pm

1 Oct to 31 Mar:
Daily except Thur and Fri, 10am to 4pm
Last entry 3.30pm

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