Lochan na Guailne Duibhe Parking Parking, Tobermory
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Lochan na Guailne Duibhe Parking is typically busiest on Saturdays around 12pm, when it reaches about 63% full — roughly 5 of ~8 spaces in use. The best time to find a space at Lochan na Guailne Duibhe Parking is usually a Monday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 26% full — roughly 6 of ~8 spaces free.
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Key facts
- Postcode
- PA75 6RE
- Capacity
- ~8 spaces (estimated)
- Type
- Leisure tourist
Nearby landmarks: Lochan na Guailne Duibhe (313m), Mull Theatre (781m)
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
| Day | 6am | 7am | 8am | 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm | 6pm | 7pm | 8pm | 9pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 0 | 4 | 8 | 16 | 23 | 31 | 35 | 35 | 31 | 27 | 20 | 12 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Tue | 0 | 4 | 8 | 16 | 23 | 31 | 35 | 35 | 31 | 27 | 20 | 12 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Wed | 0 | 4 | 8 | 16 | 23 | 31 | 35 | 35 | 31 | 27 | 20 | 12 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Thu | 0 | 4 | 8 | 16 | 23 | 31 | 35 | 35 | 31 | 27 | 20 | 12 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Fri | 0 | 4 | 8 | 20 | 27 | 35 | 39 | 39 | 35 | 31 | 23 | 16 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Sat | 0 | 8 | 16 | 31 | 47 | 59 | 63 | 63 | 59 | 51 | 39 | 23 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Sun | 0 | 7 | 13 | 27 | 40 | 50 | 53 | 53 | 50 | 43 | 33 | 20 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Modelled estimate based on car-park type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
About Lochan na Guailne Duibhe Parking
Lochan na Guailne Duibhe Parking caters to leisure visitors in Tobermory, with demand peaking during weekends and school holidays. At roughly 8 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), this is a smaller car park where arriving early makes a real difference.
When to Visit
Expect peak demand at weekends and during holiday periods. Evenings can also be busy depending on nearby leisure facilities. For the easiest parking, visit on a weekday morning or early afternoon. Given the limited number of spaces, it’s worth having a backup option in mind, especially on Saturdays.
Busyness in detail
Lochan na Guailne Duibhe Parking is typically busiest on Saturday around midday, when our model estimates it is about 65% full. With about 8 spaces, that is roughly 5 vehicles at the peak, leaving around 3 free. Quietest times: Weekday mornings before 9am, Sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm. These figures are modelled estimates based on the car park’s type, size and location — not live occupancy data.
Parking in Tobermory
Lochan na Guailne Duibhe Parking is one of just 3 car parks in Tobermory, so options are limited — plan ahead during busy periods.
What’s near Lochan na Guailne Duibhe Parking
There is very little within walking distance — this is an out-of-town car park, so plan to drive on rather than arrive and browse. The closest landmark is Lochan na Guailne Duibhe, about 313 metres away.
Counts of what is nearby come from OpenStreetMap data for the area around the car park. They are counted, not estimated.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does Lochan na Guailne Duibhe Parking have?
Lochan na Guailne Duibhe Parking in Tobermory has approximately 8 parking spaces (estimated from the site footprint).
When is Lochan na Guailne Duibhe Parking busiest?
Lochan na Guailne Duibhe Parking is typically busiest on Saturdays around 12pm, when it reaches about 63% full — roughly 5 of ~8 spaces in use.
When is Lochan na Guailne Duibhe Parking quietest?
The best time to find a space at Lochan na Guailne Duibhe Parking is usually a Monday, its quietest day — through the daytime it is typically only about 26% full — roughly 6 of ~8 spaces free.
What kind of car park is Lochan na Guailne Duibhe Parking?
Lochan na Guailne Duibhe Parking is a leisure tourist car park.