Tobermory's multi-coloured waterfront buildings create one of Scotland's most iconic harbours, instantly recognisable from the children's TV series Balamory. The town is the main settlement on the Isle of Mull, with a working harbour, excellent whisky distillery, and access to stunning island scenery. Boat trips from the harbour offer wildlife watching for whales, dolphins, and basking sharks, while the nearby Ardnamurchan peninsula is mainland Britain's most westerly point. The town combines practical island life with tourism, maintaining authenticity despite its photogenic fame.