MacQuarie's Mausoleum (National Trust for Scotland)

You'll find this modest stone structure on the Isle of Mull, a fair walk from the main settlements but absolutely worth the trek if you're into Scottish history. MacQuarie's Mausoleum is the final resting place of Major-General Lachlan Macquarie, a figure who shaped Australia more than his home island - he was the man who transformed New South Wales from a penal colony into something resembling a proper society. The mausoleum itself is a straightforward affair, atmospheric in that understated way Scottish monuments often are, with views across the island that remind you why someone of his standing would want to be remembered here rather than on the other side of the world.

It's not a grand tour. You're looking at perhaps thirty minutes here, maybe an hour if you're the type who lingers and reads every inscription properly. The National Trust for Scotland maintains it, so it's well kept, though you'll want to check ahead for access details and whether there's any charge. History enthusiasts will find the connection to colonial Australia fascinating, but families with restless kids might find it a bit thin for their purposes.

If you're based at Island Pods nearby, this fits neatly into a morning or afternoon exploring the quieter corners of Mull. The walk itself, depending on where you're starting from, becomes part of the experience - coastal paths and proper island air. Don't treat it as a main event, but as a worthwhile diversion while you're island-hopping.