Great iron age buildings in a spectacular setting. There's nothing to do here other than look at them, and the small information board. Be prepared for a twisty drive to get to them.

Well worth a detour to see these ancient structures. Don't forget to visit the brewery across the street.

In my view this and the other adjacent broch are well worth visiting. They are in a quiet valley, and it is a 5 minute walk between the two brochs. The information boards were helpful and the kids enjoyed exploring both.

A really good example in amazing condition for its age. There is another one only a few hundred metres up the road. Fascinating.

A bit out of the way but well worth the effort. Well preserved historic site. Parking available with free entry to the site

Must see, it’s great to see how these building were

A fabulous example of a piece of ancient Scottish history. Well worth a visit.

Ace car park, has some room for motorhomes. Toilets are clean and well looked after. But the trail to the beach is not friendly for any mobility or disability person, which is a shame but understandable.

This place is a little gem but unfortunately there's not enough parking for the demand. The sand is a beautiful silver/white colour and the scenery is amazing.

Lovely beach, a small piece of heaven on a hot day

Great carpark on top of the beach. Loos available too. Card only payment for parking.

Beautiful white, sandy beach. Lovely views of hills opposite. Seems quite sheltered from winds. Good place to have a little swim as water is so clear. If you look well you might be lucky enough to find a rope swing here too!

Not to busy easy get down do pay for the time there also can park over night ideal for campervans and motorhomes toilets here as well a wee donation not essential but is nice to be nice

Not very big so getting a space is a bit pot luck but it does have toilets which is good and is not far from the beach which is just beautiful

A very enjoyable excursion to take with children, enjoying the coast, the scenery, and seeing seals. Callum and Jane made the tour pleasant with their comments, answering questions and showing us the area. We had a spectacularly sunny day that made for a wonderful boat ride and a lovely time in the charming village.

What an amazing experience! Calum is funny and full of banter, and, as promised, he showed us loads of adorable sea puppies - aka seals! Unfortunately we didn't catch the otters, dolphin or wale, but he took us to Peter Pan's Lost Boys island. The views on this trip are gorgeous. Thank you Calum and David for taking these 3 wee lasses on an unforgettable boat trip experience! Oh, and in case you people are wondering, it is true, no payment if no seals. But you WILL see seals 😍🦭🦭

Really enjoyed our trip with Calum and David yesterday to see the seals. Both were very knowledgeable and gave us lots of facts. Lovely sunny day which made the trip even more enjoyable. Thank you both

We loved calum's seal trip! The highlight of our plockton visit... well, we also loved the Croft café, a few minutes away! Calum and Ian were both so fun and knowledgeable. We learned lots, saw lots and left very happy. The seals are adorable! Calum has even named three of them!

An absolute must do when visiting the highlands. Calum is an amazing captain who makes great conversation. The weather was quite bad the day we went so we had the boat all to ourselves. Such an unforgettable experience. If you are visiting the highlands, make the trip to Plockton, it is worth it !

We had an amazing experience on Calum’s Seal Trip thanks to Calum and David! They are friendly, funny and knowledgeable about the area. We had the boat all to ourselves and a lot of fun talking to them. They showed us adorable seals (Seehunde) and a great view!! I would recommend this trip to everyone!

Fantastic boat trip, even though it was raining. The scenery was stunning. Saw seals, stags, Eider ducks, Mergansers and a juvinille Guillemot. The crew were really friendly and informative. Would recommend a trip with them!

This is by far the best campsite in Scotland . It’s a relatively small site in a wonderful location with spectacular views. It has great facilities, it’s dog friendly, it’s safe for kids and has wonderful staff. Make sure you book your pitch early . You will love this place it’s very close to the beach .

Lovely site. Beautiful location and access to amazing beaches. Super facilities. We had a quiet pitch on the top field. Was aware that there was a large noisy group of campers on next field. This would have spoilt our stay . Would return but would be concerned about the fact the site clearly attracts large groups of.

Fantastic campsite in an awesome location near to breathtaking beaches. Facilities clean and modern with hot showers. Short walks to local beaches. Delicious fresh pastries in mornings. Everyone on site very welcoming, and couldn't do enough to help. Shop on site limited range, and with no other local shops nearby, best to stock up in Mallaig Co-op. West coast a little off the beaten track, but well worth the trip. Highly recommend.

What a great site, stayed here for two nights earlier this week. The owner was really friendly and after checking in saw him a couple times working around the site. Nice hard standing pitches for motorhomes with artificial turf to the side so no muddy feet when getting in and out. Facility wise a very clean and tidy shower/toilet block, one shower in the gents was out of order (no light) but they’d left the disabled unlocked incase it was needed. The great thing about the site are the surrounding beaches, straight out of the camp site through a field (tidy path) and you’re there. Would definitely return in the future.

Nice campsite with access to a beautiful beach. Very friendly owner. Motorcyclists welcome. Best check availability in advance, because site can be quite busy at times.

Superb location. Very helpful and pleasant family staff. We had a self catering flat that was very comfortable with some very nice features. It probably has a bit further to go in the bathroom/shower department but overall we loved it.

We recently moved to Morar, choosing to stay a night at Camusdarach was the ideal solution to ease the stress of moving house. We have stayed at Camusdarach many times before for family holidays meaning it was an easy decision to ensure sanity and much needed breathing space.

Saw pods of dolphins that followed and played with the boat, and a few minky whales here and there. Also saw plenty of birdlife. The scenery was stunning. The boat operators were actively spotting wildlife and pointing it out to us, as well as driving towards them for closer looks. All in all, you can't go wrong with this 1 hour boat ride!

Very enjoyable trip. A great way to spend my birthday. Saw some seals chilling on a wee island. Then saw some Minky Whales. Think they came out especially for my birthday 😀 Jane and Alex were definitely the best crew we could’ve wished for. They were absolutely fantastic, and made the trip so much better. I will definitely be back and I’ll 100% be recommending this to everyone I know. Thank you everyone for such a wonderful experience.

We used the ferry from Mallaig to Knoydart. Daily trip for the crew. Bread n butter, yet they were polite, kind to all, and professional in all situations. They even alerted us to the dolphins on both journeys which made all the folks young n old super excited. This crew made an ordinary daily trip feel extra ordinary. Plus the boat is just gorgeous. Thank you guys. We will definitely book some wildlife cruise with you next time we are in the area.

This was a fabulous, fun and interesting adventure. Lovely staff on land as well as on board. Plenty to see in the sea and good to have a short stop at Canna Island too. The beach cove is stunning, only wished I'd taken my swimsuit for a quick dip! Plenty of wildlife, sealife and birds. Saw a Viking port, extinct volcanos and white beaches of course. So glad we booked the trip and even better that the cost is affordable, not inflated. Thank you to the whole team very well worthy of 5 stars! Sadly I can't upload my dolphin videos but so of our memories. Thank you

We had a wonderful trip from Mallaig to Laverie to spend a little time hiking on the trails. Very friendly crew who showed us a great show of common dolphins playing in the water. They took the time to follow the pod and we could take ample photos and videos.

Brilliant! Friendly captain and crew. Very helpful in booking office suggesting lunch in the Forge making a great outing to this wild and remarkable remote place. Meeting interesting fellow travels particularly the three lads from Munich who had hiked for three days from Glenfinnan. Not forgetting the young woman with polytunnels providing fresh food for shop and pub

Fantastic service, took time to call me to review my booking, refunded me for part of a trip that I cancelled when I didn't expect a refund, allowed myself and my companion on an earlier ferry coming out of inverie making our homeward bound trip so much better , the whole experience has been excellent. The value for money for the malaig to inverie trip is brilliant and oh those views when travelling over are worth the payment alone. Thank you to the whole team for a wonderful experience

Did the ferry crossing from Mallaig to Skye on a touring holiday. The terminal was very busy and we had to wait a good 45 mins before our coach could board the ferry, and then the lift up to the passenger deck was not working, which created difficulties for a few of my fellow passengers, but once we set sail from Mallaig, everything ran very smoothly. The crew were courteous, friendly and very helpful. There was plenty of inside seating, clean toilets, and a small snack bar and shop where we could buy drinks, light bites, and a few books and souvenirs. The crossing took about half an hour. Visibility was perfect, and there were some spectacular views of the mountains and islands around the Sound of Slait from the ferry's open top deck. And when we reached Armadale, disembarking was both quick and easy, and we were back on the road in no time at all.

Great Birdseye view from the upper deck.- they let us catch the earlier ferry so that was a result. Watch out for parking attendants in town, they are on it like a car bonnet!. First few minutes of trip all the car alarms go off due to manoeuvring but they all settle down once the ferry gets underway. There are shops and cafes on board and the views are just stunning. We travelled from here to the Isle of Skye - we were offloaded without delay and on our way within a few minutes.

Phew! We had failed to buy the vehicle ticket on line. When we checked in we had a ticket for just the 4 passengers. 2nd standby for the last ferry at 6.00 pm to Armadale succeeded. The staff were all so friendly and helpful.

Wasted 4 hours and ruined my vacation itinerary because of their booking problem. I get there and they tell me they sent an email rescheduling my journey to an earlier time which I never got. There were at least two others this happened to. I know because they were in the office with me! Because of this, I had to drive the long way to Skye after already wasting a morning there. I missed half a day of sightseeing seeing. Wish I could give them 0 stars.

The staff are professional as soon as I arrived a young lad helped me out right away. I've never driven a car on to a ferry so being first in the queue was an experience. Was an excellent sailing and went 100% to schedule. Cal mac get a lot of bad rep but I didn't see any operational issues here.

If you can plan your itinerary to take the bridge to Skye and avoid this horrible service, do so. We planned an entire day around our ferry schedule. When we arrived in Mallaig for our ferry they told us they had cancelled it and booked us on one 4 hours later, yet never told us (they claimed they sent an email, but based on the number of others arriving to the same surprise, we were clearly not the only ones who received no such email). That required backtracking more than an hour to Fort William and then 90 more minutes beyond that to the Skye bridge. Plans for the day completely disrupted because of this company’s failure to serve its customers.

Overal good experience! Took the ferry from Mallaig to Armadale. The welcome on the terminal could have been friendlier but the other process was very good

My husband and I did the day tour from Portree last week and had such a fantastic time. Stevie is an amazing tour guide! He made the day fun and engaging with his humour and extensive local knowledge. The tour really covers the high points of the island. Highly recommend!

We were very disappointed with the whole tour. We specifically asked Moira to choose the day and she said she would choose the best weather. The day was lashing with rain and gale force winds. The day before would have been perfect and the guide agreed but he told us when asked by Moira he wasn’t available as he was having his shingles jab . Moira said as a resident of Skye when we confronted this that on her weather forecast it was the best day . We trusted her judgement . This meant that we couldn’t see any of the sights or indeed walk anywhere. We were taken to a brewery which was closed for tasting and a Croft museum that was also closed, we were told by the guide to walk the top of the Fairy Glen and it should take 35 mins . It was perilous walking even though we had the right walking gear and one of our group slipped . We were the only ones almost in the car park . This was a money making exercise and a more honourable company would have cancelled as did our boat trip company today as winds were high. Our Guide needs to curb and be very mindful in future of his audience and airing his comments and opinions especially around women. It’s the most disappointing tour we have ever had as well seasoned world travellers and I would not recommend this tour to anyone in the winter months . When confronted, Moira said she did get it so wrong but as a resident of Skye I do this hard to believe . Not even a slight refund from the £400 we paid for four hours was offered…disappointing!

We did the tour of Skye with Skye Tours On Wednesday the 14th of May. Not only was the tour a good cross-section of great Skye locations but we were fortunate enough to have Stevie the Irish Scotsman as our tour guide driver. He made the tour even more fantastic with his sense of humour and his local knowledge. We can highly recommend Skye tours if you visit Skye.

We did a minibus tour with Roddy, and we were grateful to be able to visit the Isle of Skye for the day, taking the train from Inverness! Roddy's driving was excellent on the often narrow and crowded roads. I would just add that it's not possible to spend much time at each stop when you have to catch the last train back to Inverness, just to manage expectations! If you want time to hike, this isn't the tour for you. Also, we had enough time to queue at Mackenzie's Bakery to buy lunch and then eat it on the minibus, but in retrospect, we'd have been happier packing our own lunches. Highly recommend this tour for people who would rather see sights in Skye than do much hiking and/or people staying in Inverness!

A brilliant day out with a very knowledgeable tour guide with so much information from history, general day to day life and geological knowledge too! Roddy was extremely courteous, friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend booking the tour especially with Roddy.

I had a wonderful tour with Skye Tours. Morie, the organiser is a wonderful lady who helped me book this tour just a day before. Rody, the tour guide is again a wonderful person who speaks about the history of highlands, and take care of each traveller’s destination so that no one misses the bus or train. I really liked the sense of humour he has which made the whole tour exciting.

I tried to book a tour on Septeber 2025 but the rep, Robert could not find the hotel address on his own island by doong a simple Google search, claii g they’re local not tourists. Was akso rufde about it. Primitive ifiot. Avoid

My mother and her sister bought their parents a boat trip out to Rona for their anniversary and they absolutely loved it. My granddad was a marine biologist in Torridon so he was very familiar with the area, and we have been staying at Kinloch for years and years, so it's safe to say we felt at home! Great service, beautiful seafood lunch and an all round great day!

Fantastic evening tour round Shieldaig Island and Upper Loch Torridon. Saw the sea eagle fledglings wobbly flight, seals basking and porpoises. Kenny and Gemma were perfect hosts. Many thanks again for a wonderful evening.

If you're in the area this tour is a must! The chance to see 'sea eagles' and lots of other coastal wildlife was just fantastic. Definitely value for money and a great day.

Beautiful boat trip. Saw a good selection of wildlife. Friendly staff and nice refreshments!

Fabulous trip, even though weather not so good. Really knowledgable hosts. Would definitely return for a longer trip.

Excellent trip well worth doing

Nice !

Stunning drive! Can see it being hard to drive around during the peak times due to motorhomes and narrow areas, but late Sept was gorgeous.

It's still stunning 50 years after I first went over the pass, in those days, the roadside was littered with empty beer cans, consumed by three workers building the rings on their way back from the Applecross Inn. These days, there's just tourists, campers and cyclists. How ties have changed!

What can I say that hasn't been said already? An absolute must see and do if possible on your trip. Incredible scenery all round. Try to take a few stops to take in the experience and don't blast through from one side to the other. Road is quite narrow in places so take care with oncoming traffic. There are several severe hairpins so avoid if a nervous driver. A bikers' dream road.

Amazing road! Obviously quite dangerous but it’s the most amazing views, loved every second of this journey and this road will always be a highlight if anyone gets the chance to travel this road they should! Cannot wait to plan this trip again and visit these amazing sites again! Feel very privileged to of travelled this road trip!

If you have a pre-millennium campervan and it is your pride and joy, why? Getting to Applecross is bad enough for your cherished vehicle, why push it to it's limit? It is bad for your vehicle, bad for the environment and locals have to use this road as a necessity, not a thrill. Obstructing locals commute is not pleasant. Go on a roller coaster to get a buzz. It will only affect you. Don't do it for doing it sake or because it is in your "bucket list". THINK

"Breath-taking views! Balach na Bà delivered an unforgettable stay amidst Scotland's stunning Highlands. Cozy, comfortable, and perfectly located for exploring the area. Highly recommend!"

It's an amazing road, almost entirely single track with frequent passing places. It's very narrow at times, and with a very poor surface in places, and a few hairpin bends and very steep stretches. It's one of only two routes to Applecross, with the coast road also being largely single track with some exposed stretches (but nothing compared to the Pass of the Cattle). Signs at both ends rightly warn off learner drivers, and inexperienced drivers of (particularly larger) motor homes should stay away too. This road is not for the fainthearted; however, the coast road to Applecross via Shieldaig is also amazingly scenic, so the round trip in either direction is a must.

We very much enjoyed our visit to the Armadale Museum, Castle, and Gardens earlier this month. The extensive botanical gardens are lovely and well kept. The castle is interesting even in its ruined state. The museum is exceptional and well worth a visit. Every aspect of our visit was very nice, down to the healthy and tasty food available via the onsite cafe. We were saddened to learn that the entire property has been sold, with expectations that the museum soon will be shuttered.

The museum here is considered to be the best in the highlands for good reason. The audio guide tour clarifies the oft-times confusing history of Scottish monarchs and clans. Well documented timeline and a plethora of artifacts and artwork guide the participant through 1500 years of former times. Beautiful gardens to boot. Kitchen at restaurant was very accommodating.

This is an exhibition with a lot of history and reading. If you don’t like to read or interested in history this might not be the place for you. The Armadale castle is ruins. You can walk around the grounds and look at the views. There are restrooms and a gift shop in the exhibition hall.

The ruined castle provides a romantic backdrop to these magnificent gardens on Skye. The woodland walks are particularly beautiful in spring when rhododendrons and azaleas create explosions of color. The museum excellently tells the story of the Highlands and Islands.

We came here after visiting Eilean Donan castle. Armadale Castle and the surrounding gardens + museum were much more peaceful with a lot less visitors than the previously mentioned castle. The museum had a lot of interesting information on the history of surrounding clans and Scotland/it's origins as a whole. The gardens were well kept and a relaxing walk through, with a large variety of plants and trees from around the world. The castle was in ruins but I knew this going in, still super lovely to admire it all. Coastal views as well made it very serene. Staff in museum and gift shop were friendly.

We visited the castle in August 2025, it's a shame that the castle itself isn't open to the public but aside from that the terrain was wonderful. The flowers, castle ruin, ponds and museum were all wonderful and plenty to fill an entire afternoon.

Had a lovely time walking through the beautiful garden, and we walked one of the walking routes adviced in the gift shop afterwards. The museum was a fun little walkthrough. Don't expect much from the castle because it's mostly ruins. However sitting on the swing and seeing the view is definitely worth it.

Warm welcome. Charge for entry to museum. Very interesting. Some great displays on 2 levels. Lift for disability access. Well. Worth a visit. Cafe upstairs on site can be used without access to museum. Tables are a little too close together so chair access - tight. Food choices good and quality of food - very good. I had Raspberry and Nectarine scone - best scone I have ever eaten. DELICIOUS - SO good with jam and cream. Hubby had Almond scone - that too was delicious. Well worth a visit. Disabled parking on site with lift access to upper floor displays and cafe. Don't miss this.

Hidden not so hidden gem !! Lovely staff, very interesting and interactive museum. The shop offers lots of choice to buy from local craftsmen and artists

Gairloch Museum is an absolute gem and well worth a visit. The exhibits do a brilliant job of telling the story of the town and how people have lived and worked in the area over the years, alongside some really interesting information about local wildlife. The galleries showcasing work from local artists are fantastic, and the whole museum is beautifully presented in a fascinating building with its own unique history. The staff are incredibly friendly and happy to chat or answer any questions, which makes the visit even more enjoyable. There’s also a lovely little café serving great food — the vegan cake is especially good! It may be a small museum, but there’s so much to see and learn that you could easily spend most of the day here taking in the history and atmosphere at a relaxed pace.

Thank you so much! For the loving and detailed presentation of your history in this historic building. Every meter of the 2,000 km to you was worth it!

Friendly and informative staff. Varied and interesting displays, particularly the more hands-on section upstairs, well worth a visit

We found this by accident, we were driving past having just walked around Gairloch. This is a visitor centre built inside a fallout shelter.. so well presented and interesting to walk around. Plus an amazing restaurant with friendly chatty staff.. allow up to 4 hours.

Highly recommend this to visit. Really helpful staff, well set out displays on a range of subjects & a high quality gift shop showcasing Scottish producers & artisans. They even sold top notch whiskey, gins & handmade chocolates! Suffice to say we spent a good amount of money in the gift shop.

We had an absolutely amazing experience from start to finish! The lady at the front desk was really friendly, and Jules who spoke about the history and nearby islands was very kind and knowledgeable. The scenery is beautiful and you’re even offer a hot drink or juice on the journey back. For £35 this was more than worth the money! Tip- Make sure you bring midge spray as we definitely underestimated them😅

The best experience we had on Skye. Wonderful service, super friendly staff, knowledgeable crew. We took the four hour Canna trip and saw an incredible amount of wildlife and birds including a very rare breaching Minke whale, stunning. We had perfect weather, but book no matter when you are here. Not to be missed. Be careful and considerate on the difficult single track road in though.

Absolutely fantastic boat trip out from Elgol to Canna and Rum! I’ve never seen so many dolphins in my life in one go!! Beautiful weather, beautiful scenery and a very knowledgable and kind skipper/guide!! Would totally recommend to anyone!! Thank you Bella Jane for a memorable day out!

We had a wonderful experience with this boat trip to the Isle of Canna. It was magical, partly thanks to our captain Johnny, who is really nice, funny, and has a great eye for the birds and other marine animals ! Merci beaucoup pour cette superbe excursion qui nous a bien dépaysé de Montpellier ! 🤍

Wow!! Awesome trip into the magnificent black cullin, super friendly informative guide who’s happy to chat to you and point out all the magnificent sites and the beautiful harbour seals that bathe on the nearby rocks. You get 90 minutes to take a walk to loch Coruisk and explore the awe inspiring location. This trip is a definite for anyone visiting the beautiful Isle of Skye ❤️

What an experience. Terrible weather but the captain ensured the best in the given circumstances. Took a lot of convincing from the owners to us. Was worth the trip. Chilled wind and drizzle !! Had some good sightings of Porpoise and Puffins and Seals. Highly recommended for all

Great service provided by the lovely folks over at Bella Jane boat trips! The boat took us over to an island and provided us with a pickup time back (which included a hot beverage). On the journey we were given information on the area and it's wildlife. They even took some group pictures of us!

Our trip with Misty Isle Boat Trips was absolutely unforgettable! The owners and their family made the whole experience so special — warm, welcoming, and truly passionate about what they do. On the way back, they even let my son take a turn at steering the boat, which was such a magical moment for him and one he’ll never forget! What really stood out was not just the stunning scenery and wildlife, but the genuine kindness of this family-run business. They didn’t just run a tour — they shared their love for Skye, encouraging us to try local food and support other small businesses. That sense of community spirit was inspiring, and of course, we did — and the seafood was divine! If you’re visiting the Isle of Skye, don’t miss this boat trip. It’s more than just a trip — it’s a heartfelt experience run by truly amazing people.

No whales or dolphins on our trip but that didn’t matter! But the star of the show is the scenery - the Cullins are spectacular viewed from the sea, and the Loch is magical, so beautiful and serene it took our breath away. The father & son team running the boat were love, very entertaining and knowledgable & informative.

Highly recommend booking a Standard (3 hour) trip through Misty Isle Boat Trips. Duncan, our captain, pointed out seals and other interesting factual tidbits along the journey. He even brought along snacks and hot chocolate/tea/coffee for the ride back. 90 minutes on-shore at Loch Coruisk was plenty of time to explore the beautiful scenery!

We were all blown away with this amazing boat trip! Seamus and Alastair went out of their way to ensure that the experience was everything and more! This trip was an experience of a lifetime and without a doubt the best thing we did on our visit to Skye! Don’t miss out - book it now!! Thank you guys!

What a beautiful experience with the lovely family business! We came spontaneously today to Misty Isle Boat Trips and they managed to book us on the next boat at 11 o clock - otherwise I would recommend booking in advance. Our Skipper Sandy and his son Shaun were a great crew and blessed us with an amazing experience. They had great tales to tell about their ancestors and the surrounding areas while we were on the boat. We got to see some wildlife (namely seals, red deer, and various (sea)bird species) - unfortunately no Puffins (I think that’s another time of the day), but apparently you can be lucky and see some whales, dolphins, or sharks as well. We had 90 minutes on shore (we booked the standard 3h tour) where it was really beautiful and calm. Afterwards they offered us tea, coffee, hot chocolate, and some shortbread and we headed back to Elgol. All in all I would highly recommend booking a trip with this nice family business!

We had a fantastic experience in on this cruise. The staff is knowledgeable, friendly, and works hard to give you a quality experience. We saw several animals on our tour and had a great time at the Loch. Bonus points for supporting a family business with local roots to this area of Skye!

Misty Isle gave us a superb experience. The people were friendly and informative (and funny) and went out of their way to enable us to make the most of the dolphins, whales and seals which we saw. Highly recommended!! Kate, Jon and Katy.

Currently for sale and though I may only be a 17 year old girl from Australia this is my new dream home and I will be enlisting my future husband to purchase it for me :) absolutely gorgeous and so isolated, just my thing!

Yes, sadly is a little run down but the caretaker does an excellent job on the little guided tour. An example of the bottomless pit of extravagance produced by the industrial era of GB although not always in great taste. Interesting architectural design especially the turret staircase and butler's servery off the dining room. Would have been spectacular in it's prime. Worth a visit on the Calmac 3 isle circuit.

Castle is exceptional, tour guide is also very friendly and informative. The history inside the castle and the artefacts inside are one of a kind. The orchestrian, Steinway Piano, Lion pelt and numerous and enormous stag heads await your arrival in the main hall itself. The halls and the many rooms inside are filled with incredible objects worth hundreds of thousands of pounds. The building itself is made from red Arran sandstone, and is very porous which means the castle will not survive forever in-fact is showing signs of dampness already. A true one of a kind place and is a situated in a fantastic community with unbeatable views.

A quirky castle on the Isle of Rum, and efforts are underway to restore it. If you take a tour inside or even peek into the windows you'll see a lot of eclectic decorations and ornaments. Very interesting!

Untouched History. Ross was an amazing guide and provided info that you will not find in the history books!

Extraordinary place on a barely populated island. Had a great tour with the local guide who told us about lots of great local historic lore. Interesting stories, great insights in how the owners used to live there. The place is a bit worn down, due to the lack of funds. Hope they get the money to restore it to it's former glory, the castle deserves it.

Fascinating place with very interesting history. In need of expensive repair. Frozen in time!

This is a long walk from the car park. This would not be a good area for anyone with assisted walking devices. The path to the pools are long in distance. There is a steep hill to walk down and then back up. I saw older people having to stop and rest. I am 64 and didn’t have any issues. I am in good health and not overweight. I am not sure if I would recommend this stop to tourist. If you have seen waterfalls before then this is underwhelming. The land around is not as pretty as other areas. I did see people wearing bug netting over their heads. I found that this was not needed when we were there in the middle of August. When we were there the rest rooms were closed but it was after 5:00.

Stopped here while doing the NC 500 route. This place isnt on the route but 110% needs to be. Plenty of parking at the start charges £8 for cars, £10 for campers. There are toilets as well. The awesome walk can take about an hr to the top and is well worth the walk. The water is crystal clear, air so very refreshing and the views are amazing. 100% recommend this stop.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Magical Experience at the Fairy Pools – Best in Late October 🍂✨ Visiting the Fairy Pools in Scotland feels like stepping straight into a fantasy world. I went in the last week of October, and I honestly think this is one of the best times of year to visit. The day I visited was mostly blue skies during the walk—which made the water glisten in those famous turquoise tones—but toward the end the clouds rolled in and it started raining. And somehow, that shift made the experience even more magical. A rainbow stretched across the valley, creating a scene that felt like pure Highland enchantment. This time of year strikes the perfect balance: there's enough water flowing over the rocks and falls to give the pools their mythical look, something you may not get at the height of summer. Yet it’s still before the heavy winter stretch, when November to January can bring too much rain, snow, and low cloud, making the walk tougher and visibility limited. In late autumn, the mountains are draped in warm golden-brown tones, the air is crisp, and the light—when it breaks through—feels like something out of a movie. Even when the weather shifts, the beauty only evolves. Just bring good waterproof shoes and a jacket, take your time, and enjoy the drama of Scotland’s ever-changing sky. When the sun hits the water, you’ll understand why they’re called the Fairy Pools—and if you're as lucky as I was, the rainbow might just seal the magic. 🧚‍♂️💙🌿🌈 Tip: Don’t be afraid of mixed weather—here, it doesn’t ruin the experience… it enhances it.

Stunning. Was so lovely to see these after writing about fairies in my masters dissertation. Walk was fairly easy, there is a sharp incline/decline near the carpark, but otherwise pretty flat, would not recommend the full walk for anyone with mobility issues. Took around an hour round trip, we turned back before it looked like we'd have to start climbing a mountain, but can imagine during peak season it would take longer.

Beautiful, prepare to spend time here and just soak in the beautiful scenery. Get off the regular trail and take this place fully in. If you stay on the main path you'll miss what this place really has to offer.

These pools are worth coming to for their beauty, folklore and for a wild swim. It was our first stop once on Skye and we were delighted with the sight of the pools, waterfalls and our wild swim, as we came on a beautiful day. The water was clear and clean. I know my brother and myself both felt at least 20 years younger following our swim. Old men must be kids, so bring your swimsuit! However, I must give you my words of caution, and that is to pack your patience as the pools are hit hard by tourists, and the single track road into the site does not handle the traffic volume midday during the shoulder season. I cannot imagine how bad the traffic is during the summer months. The pools are found at the foot of the Black Cuillin mountains, and can be reached by hiking a 2.4 km gravel path from the car park. Parking will cost £8 for the day, which you probably don’t need, but that is what you end up paying. There are public bathrooms at the car park. Just remember that your patience will be required when you drive out from the pools too.

One of our favorite hikes that we’ve ever done. A beautiful place! It looked magical with the fog. Although not technically difficult, the elevation change makes this more strenuous of a hike. Parking here can be terrible - make sure to come early!

A beautiful little city with a lot of good vibes. The biggest city of Isle of Skye and it’s situated exactly at the centre of the island. A must stop if you want to have fresh fish food and you wanna get a little rest from all the hours of driving.

Portree is beautiful and we had amazing weather this day. The view is very nice and there are plenty of great restaurants around.

Beautiful Marina Portree Harbour is a really nice little Marina, it is very popular so in summer can get quite crowded. We suggest you come early if you want to avoid a bit the tourist influx. It has a few fish and chips shops which are really good, and you can walk along the marina.

I'm a bit torn about this one. I'd give 3.5 stars. Portree is indeed a pretty little town. Some fun shops, some good food and nice views. Also a nice little viewpoint on top where you can get a good shot of the colourful Portree Harbour. But down at the harbour itself the views aren't that great - except for the views of the ocean and the surrounding countryside, which are very nice. But the harbour area is small, there's a handful restaurants and BnBs. But really nothing much to do. There are some boat tours starting from here. To get the famous pics of Portree Harbour though you need to be on top looking down. It's really ok and surely a must-do when in town or when visiting first time. But besides a very short walk and some pics there's not really anything else about it. And if it wouldn't be for the colourful buildings it would be just be a very average, quite small harbour. And there are plenty of nice little harbours across the UK. We enjoyed it, it was worth our time - but next time we'll skip it.

Beautiful harbour for a walk around. It's very photogenic with some beautiful local walks with wild rabbits, which we both loved. I've been a few times and it's always extremely busy but easy to navigate and can get the citylink bus from Glasgow/Inverness etc to portree square before other surrounding areas such as Broadford or uig etc. Stagecoach also runs here. Most taxi companies do tours of their own as well as tour companies but highly recommend to book in advance both accommodation and attractions. The locals and the pubs were great with live music in the royal bank house with different music and different families with different musical instruments each night. Getting everyone up to dance was a really fun night. If your up to walk old man of storr, the quiraing etc this I'd recommend as the best place to book accommodation as if you don't drive the bus takes you directly to old man of storr in 15 mins. There's 2 buses that go to the quiraing and one is the long route the other the short also staffa beach just along from the quiraing known as jurassic beach for its preserved dinosaur footprints. Always check tidetimes before venturing out. Stagecoach doesn't run on Sundays, but citylink still does. Skye is beautiful. There is something to see and do in every part and is a photographers dream. Visit at least once.

Portree is the charming capital of the Isle of Skye, a colourful harbour town nestled within a rugged Highland landscape. It’s a delightful base for exploring Skye and soaking in the island’s culture, cuisine, and scenery.

I feel like the place is great but no THAT great. Everyone kept talking about Portree but personally I think it's a bit overrated

Clean, warm and welcoming shop. Lots of interesting nik nacks to suit all budgets, friendly staff and good WiFi speeds available. Lots of tourist information available and genuinely enthusiastic and helpful people working there who are happy to assist in a positive and friendly manner. Worth dropping in to look for tours, accommodation, activities, boats & ferries, rentals etc.

I went to the tourist information centre because on the apps it showed every room in Portree was taken. I was feeling quite desperate as I had been driving for hours and just wanted a cosy place to stay for the night. Stephen (I hope I got the name right) was very friendly and proactive, and immediately put me at ease and started making phone calls. In the end, he found me a lovely place to stay. Great hospitality and amazing customer service. Thanks Stephen!

We were wildcamping as a group on Skye and were struggling to find spaces to set up camp that aligned with the Scottish Outdoor Access Code, so we went to the Visitor Center to ask. The staff was kind, accommodating and so helpful! We talked to a lovley lady who helped us find a beautiful spot and even printed out directions for us. All free of charge!

Nothing that helped (like a map) that you didn't have to purchase. No restroom (public toilet)

Saved the day for me and a group of people who were left stranded when a tour company never showed up and couldn't be reached (over an hour we waited). The staff at the tour centre went above and beyond to get us booked on another option calling so many people. Called a retired tour guide who still had his bus and he agreed to come and help us poor souls. Eventually they heard back from the original tour about an apparent technical issue and also assured us we would get a refund truly kind and helpful lot.

Price change by the lady in the shop when choosing a print. They lost out £150.00 sale. Disgusted to think they thought we wouldn't notice.

Great for information, maps, etc. Staffed by people who know! Some gifts, etc.

One of the most beautiful hikes you can do. A must do on Skye. Not the easiest hike, and stairs are a plenty. Doable in running shoes, but hiking shoes are a good idea. Be warned that parking can be difficult if you show up later in the day - arrive early! Bathroom facilities available on site, but they were not good.

I recently did this hike with my dad and absolutely loved it, even though it was quite challenging. The trail is mostly an uphill climb with lots of steps, and it took us around 3 hours return with plenty of photo stops and breaks. It’s tough in places, but very doable if you pace yourself and rest when you need to. There are different routes you can take to reach the main viewpoint, from about halfway up, with some easier and some more difficult options. We went right around the back and did a little rock scrambling, which made it extra challenging but really fun. :) The views at the top were some of the most beautiful I’ve ever seen. We started in cloudy, misty weather and weren’t sure we’d see anything, but by the time we got up there it had cleared into a perfect day - absolutely breathtaking scenery. Practical stuff: there’s a small coffee shop and toilets at the bottom (but the toilets close around 5pm). Parking fills up quickly, though we found a spot just across the road at a similar price to the main car park. The path isn’t really accessible for wheelchairs, but there are still nice views from the base. Bring plenty of water, insect repellent, snacks, and sunscreen, as there’s no shade along the way. Sturdy shoes are a must - the steps and rocks can be slippery when wet. Overall, a tough but rewarding hike that I’d highly recommend to anyone keen for a challenge with unforgettable views! :) :)

Beautiful place. Pretty scalable hike, when the indicated path isn't enough there is a path that runs further up to the actual summit and it gives you a beautiful sight over the atlantic and rugged skye cliffs. Prepare to get absolutely soaked during the end-of-year period though.

Came right after the storm Amy attacked the isle. We went through a beautiful dramatic highland scene. Constant strong wind, sleet, cold rain…The sun even showed up a few times in the afternoon. Every thing is perfect.

Amazing experience and views. It was like being in a fantasy movie. It will definitely rain so make sure you have a good jacket and wear decent footwear. We went up when it was wet and windy and saw so many people get soaked and slip on the stone steps.

A must-see place on Skye! Great visitor centre with lovely staff. An accessible walk for non-hikers, but sturdy shoes are needed. There are lots of stone steps near the top, which are slippery when wet

Great hike but be warned; the carpark will be overflowing by 10 am and there could be quite a stream of tourists on the trails. Whether you take the blue or yellow trail the ascent and descent will take a couple of hours and be sure you have decent walking shoes. The views are spectacular and there are hiking circuits at the top if you have the time. It will be difficult to get the "classic" shots of the Storr in peak tourist time because of the number of people on the trails. But if my mid sixties legs can do it - so can you!

This small waterfall is a delightful spot that offers a peaceful retreat into nature. While modest in size, the gentle cascade and the surrounding greenery create a calming atmosphere that’s perfect for a quick getaway from the hustle and bustle. It’s an ideal place to pause, enjoy the soothing sound of flowing water, and maybe snap a few lovely photos. Easily accessible and not crowded, it’s a hidden little treasure for nature lovers and anyone looking for a quiet moment outdoors. Highly recommend stopping by if you’re nearby!

Great place & stunning viewpoints This is a great place to stop and see the views from. It is a bit hard to see the falls in summer when the level of water is low. Other than that, it is a fantastic place, highly recommended!

The Kilt Rock and the waterfall in front of it look absolutely amazing — definitely worth a quick stop for some great photos and the stunning view! However, the parking situation is a bit ridiculous. You only stay for about 10 minutes to see everything, yet they still expect you to buy a parking ticket. Honestly, nobody there was doing it — and there were quite a few visitors around. Beautiful spot, but the parking fee idea is laughable. Still, a must-see viewpoint!

Decent carpark, easy to access and park with plenty of available spaces. £3 for 3 hours which is more than enough. No toilets or amenities but wow, what a beautiful waterfall

Absolutely stunning waterfall comes from the rock and you could definitely feel the height and listen the sound of the water coming out from the rocks. Would highly recommend this place .

Ticked off my bucket list! Kilt Rock is one of Scotland’s iconic landmarks, and it’s definitely a must-see on the Isle of Skye.

Perched on the Trotternish Peninsula’s cliffs, Kilt Rock impresses with its 90 m basalt columns that mimic a pleated kilt, aptly named Creag an Fhèilidh . Adjacent Mealt Falls tumbles ~55 m from Loch Mealt into the sea — a dramatic sight, especially after rain . The viewing platform is wheelchair‑accessible and set against a panoramic ocean backdrop

Ian was a great tour guide. He explained everything and answered all questions. It was very impressive to see the process and also to hear about the sustainable actions for the island. I do recommend the tour. Even if you don't drink - or if you have to drive they provide little bottles to take with you.

Nice distillery. We didn’t do the tour, just stopped by for a tasting. We were surprised at how expensive the whisky was compared to the same bottles sold in grocery stores and duty-free shops. I would have expected better deals on-site, or at least prices matching retail for the same products.

🏴 The oldest distillery on the Isle of Skye! 🥃 If you love whisky, this place is an absolute must-visit. 👨‍🏫 The tour guide was knowledgeable and gave a clear, detailed introduction to the whisky-making process, from start to finish. ✨ The atmosphere was authentic and full of history, making the whole experience very special. 🤔 Personally, since I don’t know much about whisky, I couldn’t fully appreciate all the details — but for whisky enthusiasts, it would be a real highlight of the trip!

Talisker was such an amazing visit. We did the tasting tour, and it was so great to see the difference in 3 different whiskies we tried in the tasting. We also tried one of their cocktails, which was phenomenal. Such a great visit, I would also recommend going to their restaurant Three Chimneys at Talisker, the seafood was delicious.

Fabulous setting and good parking, although good to have a designated driver. We did the 1 hour tour and it was ok, but the guide (mark) although friendly was not particularly knowledgeable. Did a tasting of 3 whisky which were good. The bar area is mainly bar stools and there is a shop with other whiskeys available. Need to book in advance.

Great tour and tasting. Guide, Grant, was on point, smiling and insightful. We had the 10.30 am tour and was able to get “drivers kit” for the whisky. Definitely worth the price. And a lovely shop they have which also included some Islay whisky. You get 10% off if you went on a tour.

The tour was done well and we liked it The distillery was well laid out like a giant lab for making whiskey and the tour guide was well informed and made funny jokes every now and then. The process of malting drying and fermentation was informative and final process was interesting with large casks of bubbly with fermenting alcohol as we peered thru the glass covers!!!! The tasting was fun and the we were allowed to take what we couldn't finish in little bottles provided for that purpose!

The Oyster Shed on the Isle of Skye is a delightful gem. During our week-long trip, we were eager to experience this charming eatery, and it did not disappoint. The ambiance is exactly what you'd expect from an oyster shed—rustic, very casual, and perfectly suited to its coastal setting. Ordering was straightforward, making the experience all the more enjoyable. The oysters themselves were outstanding; I’ve sampled oysters from some of the finest establishments, and I can confidently say that these rank among the best. It’s puzzling to read some negative reviews, as our experience was nothing short of excellent. We also indulged in the mussels, shrimp, and fries, all of which were generous portions and excellent value for money. The freshness of the seafood was evident. If you’re on Skye, a visit to The Oyster Shed is definitely worth it—don’t miss out on this fantastic unique Skye experience!

Got here around 12~ which was a great time to come because by 12:30 it was packed and there were lines out the door! There's a little sitting area that is beautiful but it's mostly takeaway style. Fresh seafood and a great great feed. Highly recommend if you're on the Isle to visit, it was so worth it. We got Oysters, baked oysters and softshell crab which were fantastic, they do whole lobsters for £20 as well! Parking is limited and its a small area so go early!

I had a few oysters and they were shucked in front of me, a wedge of lemon cut and offered to add sauces for me. They were the largest oysters I’ve seen and absolutely delicious! I also ordered a bottle of water and the guys were lovely. The soft crab wasn’t very nice (it was mostly oily batter) and I didn’t like the shoestring chips, preferring normal sized fries - so I gave the food a 3. 5 stars for the oysters though, but a 1 for the crab and chips. I ended up throwing them away.. I had no problem parking today as there were only a few of us. They provided utensils, serviettes, wet wipes and sauces for your meal in the dining shed and the view was lovely.

Really cute place. Mixed reviews from my group for the food. We missed any fresh shucked oysters which I’m sure are great. Half my group got the scampi which they really enjoyed. Half of my group got cooked oysters and did not enjoy them at all. If you want hot sauce, you need to buy a whole bottle. I liked their onion rings though. The parking lot is a little small so keep that in mind if you’re going during busy season.

This place cannot be rated high enough. Fantastic rustic setting. The food is great, with special mention of what must be the freshest oysters out there. Portions are great and prices are reasonable.

Heard and read some good things about this spot. So this time around on Skye we made sure to grab some lunch here. The last 200m or so is a steeper one-lane road, but not problems here if you just look ahead a bit. The parking lot by the Oyster Shed has limited spaces. Again here...just don't rush - bring some time to either wait for a spot or to park further down and walk up. We got lucky and got a spot. Two RVs parked here too. Almost couldn't get in and out and did hold everybody up - so I wouldn't recommend bringing your RV up here. Inside you order by tablet. It's quite a big space inside the shop. Once you got your food (outside) you can sit down right in front or head around the corner to the big table with some views. We were happy to sit out front though. Ordered two kinds of cooked topped oysters (salmon/seaweed and spicy seaweed chutney), crab legs, a softshell crab and half-a-dozen of regular oysters. The fresh raw oysters were nice and of good quality. The cooked oysters were decent, maybe easier for oyster-beginners since the toppings cover the sea/oyster flavour. The softshell crab was really tasty - but also a bit pricey for our served size. The best item were the crab legs cluster. A good load of legs for little money. Very tasty! All in all a good place to enjoy some seafood. Some items were great, others also very good - but not great. If we come back it would be for the Crab legs...

We wanted to eat here after seeing it on a YouTube video and we arrived around 2 pm We ordered lobster, prawns, oysters and onion rings. They were out of scallops and some of the drinks we wanted too. The food is cooked in the food truck and there are picnic tables to eat on under an enclosure. They were out of many utensils and only had wooden spoons. There was no hand soap and paper towels at the sink within the enclosure. There are no public bathrooms and their parking lot is small. We probably wouldn’t eat here again.

The hike to the breathtaking viewpoint at the top takes about 40 minutes. The first part of the trail is fairly steep and nothing special. Soon it levels out as you cross into grassland. It’s a bit of a climb but nothing too challenging. From the eastern edge of the grassland the views begin — and what views they are. Lucky with the beautiful and very sunny weather and the panorama was absolutely stunning. Wherever you look: nature, rocks, mountains, clouds, sea. What a magnificent farewell to the Highlands 2025 — it truly doesn’t get any better than this. An absolute must-see. Photos don’t capture the height, depth and vastness you experience up there. A truly stunning spot on the Isle of Skye.

Amazing hike. We went all the way around. Also went up to the needle off the trail. Not many people climb up there & for hrs we walked around & had the spot to ourselves.

Amazing hike! Incredible scenery and dramatic cliffs. Nice views of the island below. Proper shoes/boots necessary. Can be quite muddy and portions of the trail could be treacherous when wet. Recommend hiking poles if you have them. We did the counter clockwise circuit and enjoyed our choice-legs get a chance to warm up before hitting the heavy elevation. Single track road to get there, and parking fills up quickly. Was a nightmare getting out after our hike. Fabulous views and a highlight of Skye.

Incredible hike in an otherworldly green and lush landscape with dramatic pointy rocks. Lots of sheep coming close and spectacular views of the valley. Make sure to wear sturdy watertight footwear (the top part of the path is really muddy) and bring bug spray. There is a lot of midgets on parts of the lower path.

Beautiful hike on the Isle of Skye. Don't worry about rain or fog. It usually comes and goes pretty quickly. Just make sure you are dressed properly

An absolute must see, if you go to the isle of skye. The views are phenomenal and you are in pure nature just surrounded by sheep. Rather skip other attractions including the stor, but dont miss out your stop here.

A must go place. I thought I got the best view on the way of climbing until I reached the top. It is a lifetime experience and memory for my Scotland trip. Please arrange your time. Don’t miss it. Wear waterproof hiking shoes please. Carry your walking sticks if you have one set which will help your walk much easier. Above the stone steps, you will feel much easier to walk. It took my son (12 years old) and me 50 mins up and down.

Amazing place but quite remote. Stunning beach with fantastic Talisker waterfall. You can get here by car to the roadside car park near the old house on the farm, then 20 minutes easy walk to get to the beach.

The drive to this beach is so scenic. You have to park and walk around 1 mile to the shore thru the farm. You will see peacocks on the farm, and sheep all the way. It is a pretty easy walk with scenic views all the way. Worth it!

Lovely beach to head over to, quieter than many other beaches and areas on the isle. There is a bit of a walk to get to the beach down a track, but nothing too difficult or long unless your looking to get anything reliant on wheels there due to stones leading down to the beach on the last bit. Parking is down the side of the road.

Limited parking but the beach is so remote that there will be space. How far you have to walk to the beach depends on where you can get parked but it is an easy walk to the beach. It is a real shame the beach isn't more accessible but the remoteness and lack of visitors is definitely part of the charm. If you're visiting Skye you have to visit this beach.

Absolutely beautiful beach with stunning views, the beach is difficult to get into due to a lot of large slippy rocks so try avoid when raining.... If it even stops.

Absolutely beautiful unfortunately quite a lot of plastic washed up throughout the beach and a pile of collected plastic near the gate from the path.

Lovely quiet beach with amazing black and grey sand. Be warned the road to it is very narrow with lots of pot holes and limited passing. There is also only about 5 parking spaces

The Fairy Glen became quite popular the past few years. Social Media playing a part....but without I might have not know about it as well. We actually didn't expect much, but were surprised by this small, but oh so charming area. All the famous spots are only about a 10-15min walk away from the main parking lot. Even some visitors seemed out of breath and calling it a hike (!), it's actually just a short walk with a quick steep section that doesn't take a trained person to climb. It's really easy. Even though I would at least recommend sneakers, not sandals or so. And of course it's a near impossible task for strollers, wheelchairs and visitors with walking disabilities. The "Castle" Ewen is visible from far away. But it's not an actual castle, but a rock formation. Named for its looks, because it really resembles some tower ruins. Arriving on top you will meet the first stone circle and then a large natural platform with wonderful views of the Glen Conon. It was a foggy and cloudy day. But that in my opinion just added to the magical atmosphere. Even though there aren't Fairy at work here. The stones in the circles are place by visitors and this isn't appreciated for many (good) reasons by the locals. And they do remove them from time to time...but they get being put back all the time. If you go back the way you came up (the first path up) you will miss the second and bigger circle. Take the further path down to come across it. There were visitors, but not as many as we thought. And the green glen, the views and all the little sights (including a good number of sheep) were far more impressive than we hoped for. It is indeed an amazing, pretty and magical spot here on Skye. It's a nice little walk. Even our English Bulldog managed fine - walking both ways - up and back down.

Fantastic spot to visit. Plan a couple of hours to soak in the various views along the hike. Climb to the fallen castle top or walk the easy path along the mounds and enjoy the quaint ruins and small forest. We went in mid October.

A beautiful and magical place. A must stop. The road to get there is both ways but only one straight road. There’s some passing places. We went with our motorhome, and it was no problem. The parking has a fixed hour/pay, it was 3£ for 4h.

We took epic photos of my husband and me, thanks to the incredible wind on top of the Fairy Glen! I’ve never experienced gusts like that before haha. It was an easy walk with a unique landscape. Such a beautiful place!

The rock circles are much smaller than they seem, but don’t let that detract you from visiting. The place is beautiful and the walk is very easy. One of our more enjoyable walks on the Isle of Skye. Paid parking available, but not unreasonably priced.

Enchanting from the first glance. The hills curve like they’ve been folded by hand, soft and deliberate, with a serenity that feels older than memory. Due to time constraints, we didn’t have time to walk fully into the glen, but even the short walk felt like stepping into a magical landscape. It was strangely calming to see the sheep resting and grazing languidly. There’s a rocky formation known as "Castle Ewen" that I spied from afar. It stands apart — striking, solid and still. Even with such a brief visit, the place stayed with me, leaving an imprint with its gentle contours and surreal beauty.

A magical and easy walk that’s perfect for families with young children. Kids will love exploring the whimsical landscape, especially walking around the spiral path and making a wish for the “fairies.” For those feeling adventurous, a short climb up the tall rock offers stunning panoramic views of the glen. A must-visit spot for a bit of outdoor fun and imagination.

This a lovely stop if you’re interested in history. A little group of preserved Croft houses chock full of interesting objects and stories, so not a standard museum experience, but in my opinion all the better for it! There is a lot of information on the display boards as other reviewers have mentioned, but you can still enjoy the museum without reading them all in detail if you’re not a “read the label” kind of person. I just chose the most interesting ones and read those 😊 It’s a treasure and so lovely to see the heritage of the island kept preserved and kept alive. The gift shop was great, with all the usual souvenirs, books and a few Skye-made options if you prefer your souvenirs local. There were also a couple of detailed information booklets available about some of the subjects covered by the museum. Staff lovely. There’s a toilet block in the car park. These were fine although a little dark. There is also a small cafe opposite which sells delicious pies and has a great selection of drinks. Also gives access to go see a couple highland coos.

Fascinating museum, well worth a visit. Original crofters cottage. Information about Skye's history, geology and lots more. As well the museum, there is a great little deli and takeaway, they do lovely hot pies and coffee. 😋

Fairly large carpark but gets busy so if you're in a motorhome get there early. Its a busy single track road with plenty of passing places so take your time. Full of history, well worth a visit

The Skye Museum of Island Life is a charming and authentic glimpse into the traditional way of life in the Scottish Highlands. Set in a cluster of restored thatched cottages, the museum tells the story of crofting communities from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Each cottage is thoughtfully curated, showcasing period furniture, tools, clothing, and household items that bring the history of the islanders vividly to life. The location itself is breathtaking, with sweeping views of the surrounding hills and coastline, making the visit as much about the scenery as the heritage. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable, adding personal anecdotes and local context to the exhibits. It’s a small museum, but it’s packed with fascinating details, and you can easily spend an hour or more exploring at a relaxed pace. Well worth the visit for anyone interested in history, culture, and the spirit of the Isle of Skye.

This well-preserved collection of crofter houses contains multiple exhibits featuring island life. Seven beautifully conserved houses contain technology related to weaving, blacksmithing, home keeping and more. The site also has a great coffee place with delicious cakes. Well worth a visit. 👍👍👍

A collection of low dwellings showing how the islanders used to live, situated on a long single track road to the north end of the island. Worth a visit, and you can easily spend a few hours walking around

Nice quiet place to learn how people before us lived. It shows that we could live with less. And the Highland Coos were an added benefit.

A nice castle and grounds. Lovely waterfalls, flowers and scenery. The castle itself was nice but I've been to better. All the staff were friendly and provided some extra information when asked. Also saw a couple of seals not far from the castle walls. A short video at the end of the tour also gives some history to the castle, told by the current owner. Not suitable for those using wheelchairs as a lot of the paths in the gardens were either quite narrow or very bumpy. Inside the castle, it being from the middle ages, had a lot of stairs and no lift (pretty sure this would be mentioned on the official website). There is, of course, a gift shop, in fact two, one inside the castle and one outside along with a cafe. Prices are as expected in these kinds of places.

I was there on a bit of a rainy day, do I have not seen much of the gardens. What I saw was nice and well kept. The castle tour itself is small, but nice and everything is lovingly arranged. The absolute highlight was the seal tour! When I saw the size of the boats, I second guessed my decision, but it turned out amazing! We where lucky that a lot of seals where out and we got really close, while respectfully keeping our distance. The seals did not seem to bother. The staff throughout was really friendly and helpful. The combo ticket garden & castle might be a bit expensive with 17£ (the seal tour is extra) but I still enjoyed it very much

All the staff we encountered were friendly and polite. The castle itself is great - a few surprises on the way round. The exhibits are interesting and varied. I was with my father who needs a wheelchair for walking long distances. The staff at the payment counter and at the entrance to the castle were courteous and thoughtful. The website is also open and honest about its accessibility. An excellent visit.

A great day out, lovely to go inside the oldest inhabited castle in Scotland. Some wonderful art and artifacts on display. Wouldn't fancy a spell in the dungeon. A nice welcome from one of the guides. The views from the castle were amazing. We spent a couple of hours wandering around the beautiful gardens, so well laid out, a beautiful waterfall, and the giant 2.7 tonne pebble you can spin around. The trees 🌳 and plants were spectacular. We had a delicious late lunch in the café, good toilet facilities in the car park. Large car park, busy because it was a hot sunny day. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area.

Friendly welcoming staff. Beautifully kept castle and garden grounds. Garden feature of waterful is beautifully landscaped. The Walled garden with vegetable patch glasshouse with exotic plants was pretty. They have boat tours to see the seals dependent on weather. The Food at the cafe was really tasty. Husband had brie and bacon panini and I had a very nice quiche.

This place was awesome!!! The castle was very, very cool, but the gardens were just kick ass. I love taking closeup flower pics, and i probably took over 100 different flower shots, but with my camera, so can't post here unless I edit later... I think we spent about 4 hrs here. Would have loved to sit down and just relaxed for another.

We visited mid week and found there was plenty of parking. The entry fee was on a par with other such like places. The castle itself is not the most splendid we have visited, Crathes and Bamburgh are more spectacular, but there is plenty to see. The inside of the castle was fairly busy, and walking round was like follow your leader. The gardens are very well kept, and there is a seal boat trip which we didn't take. All in all it was well worth the visit

This was a really neat little place to stop. The demonstration area was interesting and the staff upstairs were friendly and happy to provide information on all the different offerings. They have really beautiful products.

On one of our many visits to the Isle of Skye we make a point of visiting various places. Not just the ‘touristy’ spots but interesting and unique places, because Skye has so many. So, on our last trip we “revisited” a popular place for us. The Skyeskyns Waternish Tannery where we were transported back in time to see how real sheepskins are made using time honoured methods of leather making - one of the oldest crafts known to man, and still practiced here on the island. I’ll mention now that it worth while dropping in here. To see what literally comes off a sheep, to what you end up with is remarkably interesting and gives you an insight into just what goes on behind the scenes to produce the end product. Our guide, this time ( sorry I’ve forgotten her name 😲), who is an expert in the local area, and all things Skyskins. She has a fabulous knowledge about the whole process, is friendly, and has a wonderful sense of humour, making the entire journey ( as always ) not only informative but also genuinely fun. What truly sets Skyskins apart is their commitment to customer satisfaction. From the seamless booking process to the personalized attention we received, every detail was handled with professionalism and care. It’s clear that the team love what they do, and it shows in the quality of the tour and the products produced. Travelling through Skye the sights on the island are simply breathtaking, there’s a’vista’ around virtually every corner. You can appreciate why the place is so popular and a ‘must visit’ for anyone. The route we take is always well-planned, taking us to some of the most stunning and secluded spots that we would have never found, sticking to the main thoroughfare. From Skyskins, you’re a stones throw from the Lochbay , a beautiful BnB with lovely hosts and amazing views. Very high-quality finish, really comfortable bed. And if you time it right you could have lunch at the Stein Inn, although it’s been there since 1790, today your best trying to book before you arrive. Plus on the way to the Stein in you’ll pass Loch Bay House, a previous residence of Donovan ( back to the 60’s, … remember ?) He bought it in the 1970s and often spoke about his love for the area and its natural beauty. Loch Bay House as a significant part of his life, serving as a retreat and a place of inspiration for his music. Anyway, enough of me rabbiting on and on about Skye, Skyskins, and everything Skye related, if you have a free week at some point I would recommend popping over to the island, whether by ferry or the bridge. In season or out of it you’ll always find a friendly welcome ( if it’s open ) However, I can't recommend Skyskins highly enough. If you're looking for an amazing, well-organized, and truly memorable adventure, look no further. This is an absolute must-do!

Fantastic tour and explanation on the whole process. Really worth 20-40 mins to see the working portion of their amazing store and then touch your way through the shop to feel the different skins. I understand this is the only shop if it’s kind left in Scotland and they are very Eco friendly with the new processes which is good for your skin and health when you lay on the skins. Very enjoyable visit and a variety of products (pillows, key chains, coffee cup cozies) if you don’t need a rug or gloves. Plus nice coffee shop with all the chairs covered in a comfortable sheep skin!! Really think it should be a top visit (castles are everywhere - this was really unique and memorable).

Informative tour of how sheepskins are made! Friendly staff and a nice collection of well-priced products.

Really neat place open 7 days a week. They have an actual tour of the tannery or you can walk in at any time and watch a short video and look at the tannery. The showroom upstairs is friendly and has a large selection of hides, shoes, clothing and accessories. The associate who helped us was super nice and welcoming.

Amazing shop and farm. They have a showroom with sheepskins and many wool items that are gorgeous. Staff is friendly and attentive. There is also a cute little coffee shop in a yurt with amazing view of the ocean. Highly recommend!

What an incredible shop which also has an on site tannery. A superb selection of rugs included sheep wool and cow hide. We went and bought a wool rug. Quality is excellent and extremely friendly staff. A range of other produce was on display including jumpers and hats. So glad we visited whilst on Skye. Highly recommended. Thank you for a lovely experience.

The drive is along a narrow single track with passing places. There is a free carpark at the end but with limited places and the ground is quite rough. Some construction work was being done at the end, possible new carpark?. Short easy walk to the beach. Well worth a visit.

Very pleasant afternoon along this walk. Not strenuous at all. 2 small hills easily to climb. The beach is very spacious and no concerns with people being on top of each other. Recommend walking further along the beach and around the bend for further privacy. The wind was blowing quite strongly of the water but the sun kept us warm.

What an absolutely stunning spot. The walk down from the car park is about a mile. It's a little up and down, but track all the way. And when you head over the last little slope, the initial sight of the beach is worth it! Breathe taking, I could have spent hours and hours there. Do watch out if walking along in bare feet or with a dog as there were a lot of jellyfish washed up on the water line (last photo). Also watch out for the seaweed, if you step on it, it's a little stinky!!

Coral beach is stunning, but getting there was a nightmare. Single track road, some has been resurfaced,some hasn't, big tyre thudding pot holes. The car park was horrendous, we waited for a space but there isn't room for cars leaving and cars entering, much reversing and shuffling. The walk to the beach was lovely, about 25 mins. The sand made of millions of crushed shells 🐚 was beautiful, sea clear and cool. We were lucky to walk to Lampey as it was low tide, stunning scenery.

Unbelievable, even with a lot of wind and rain! It was a nice walk and well worth it! Bring your hiking shoes 🥾🥾

Beautiful beach. Well worth the visit. Small parking area so plan accordingly. Short 5-10 min walk to beach.

Quite a long but easy walk down to beach from parking. About 20 mins. Looked to be a popular camp spot. Lovely views.

We almost decided against the drive over here but it ended up absolutely worth it. Seeing the pedal-made tweed in person was very cool and we ended up buying a few pieces. Some are even made with Skye wool!

Just bought what I hoped to find on Skye, a beautiful blue wool blanket. Many choices and colours. Nice to have a go on the loom. Placed on our van bed, what a difference it made in warmth.

Lovely little shop tucked away in the Isle of Skye close to the Neist Lighthouse. You will need to open the gate to the driveway, park, and then walk about 50m to the shop. We first saw one of the staff on the bicycle loom as we approached, and he showed us how it worked. Fascinating, and quite complex! We then had a go at the bicycle loom before we moved on to the shop and bought the most gorgeous and soft handwoven scarf.

Lovely owners and absolutely stunning pieces. Very glad that we took the bumpy road to get here and we left with 3 beautiful pieces. We also learned a lot about weaving and the work that goes into it. If you’re deciding whether to go - definitely go!

Just incredible. The experience of seeing how the finished product is made and then having the opportunity to buy some finely woven pieces for very reasonable prices. A must stop on the way to Neist Point, and something to put onto the itinerary when visiting Skye.

We enjoyed learning about how these beautiful products were made. We even got a turn at pedaling the loom. A memorable experience. We walked out with a beautiful blanket and souvenir gift for family. Thank you!

A must-do and highlight of our trip to the Isle of Skye. Roger gave us an in depth explanation and demonstration of the preparation of the warp threads for a new weave, as well as both pedal looms (and we got to have a go on one!). It was fascinating to see how the different settings on the loom are used to create different patterns and textures in the finished fabric. On top of this the woven items for sale are high quality, beautiful, and incredibly well priced. Highly, highly, highly recommend!