Book a holiday rental for your Balfron getaway
The parks and surrounding scenery provide a peaceful ambience to your holiday home in Balfron. One of the city's many top draws is its university setting. Loch Lomond and OVO Hydro are just a couple of the must-see attractions in the area. Whether you're planning a family holiday, a trip with friends or a romantic retreat, HomeAway has a great selection of holiday homes. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and separate dining area, perfect if you need a space for entertaining.
Activities and attractions in and around Balfron
Are you hoping to discover attractions to visit in the city? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to experience everything that makes Balfron a fun place to get away to. Here are some of the most popular attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- SEA LIFE Loch Lomond Aquarium (10.8 mi / 17.4 km)
- Loch Lomond Golf Club (11.5 mi / 18.6 km)
- Blair Drummond Safari Park (13.3 mi / 21.4 km)
- Bearsden Golf Club (10.2 mi / 16.4 km)
- Glasgow Golf Club (11 mi / 17.7 km)
- Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre (11 mi / 17.7 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Balfron
Whether you're an active traveller or just want to take in the scenery, Balfron is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. These are some of the area's noteworthy features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Loch Lomond (11.8 mi / 19 km)
- Lake of Menteith (7.3 mi / 11.7 km)
- Loch Ard Forest (8.4 mi / 13.6 km)
- West Highland Way Trailhead (8.7 mi / 14 km)
- Balloch Castle (10.3 mi / 16.6 km)
- Queen Elizabeth Forest Park (10.8 mi / 17.3 km)
Transport to and around Balfron
The nearest airport is in Glasgow International Airport (GLA), located 14.5 mi (23.4 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you could book a flight to Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick), which is 40 mi (64.4 km) away.