The 50 best things to do in The Hebrides

Really nice castle with the ground floor open for tours. Upper floors are private residences. Interesting museum on site with a history of the island and culture. Small gift shop and café with coffee and light snacks.

A lovely castle and grounds. The attached museum is a fantastic place. At the time of our visit six of the Lewis Chessmen were on display. The cafe is also lovely. We had lovely soup served by young, friendly people.

We walked to the Lews Castle from Stornoway and spent longer there than we had intended walking around the vast gardens. The Castle was setting up for a wedding so we had a quick look inside. It looked very nice with huge rooms. The grounds are extensive and really well maintained for their size. Highly recommend visiting.

Stayed here for two nights on Stornaway. A little separated from the rest of town it is connected by a short but lovely walk through the grounds. The rooms are spacious and well furnished. Breakfast is not included but there is a cafe on the ground floor open most days. Parking is plentiful. The castle itself is beautiful inside and out. It's lit up nicely at night making a good beacon to walk home from one of the many good restaurants nearby. It also doubles as an event, including weddings, and the rooms used are gorgeous.

A beautiful bit of architecture situated in a fascinatingly beautiful non-native area. There's a cafe inside, though I can't attest to its food. I was slightly dissapointed by the interior of the Castle itself (which this review is for) since its all converted over to a venue. Its still nice to look at though!

Went for park run and grounds are a fine walk. The castle itself is a hotel, cafe and function hire place. Not really a castle that you can tour round. It's free to go in to the cafe and shop so you can see a little bit of it.

Although there is no furniture inside it has a beautiful watercolour painted either side of fireplace in one room and lovely views from the windows. The grounds are lovely too and cafe worth a visit. Owned by Lever of domestic washing products in its heyday.

Came here 4 years ago and I loved so knew I had to come back especially when i learnt there was a hostel on site. We stayed a couple weeks ago at the hostel with my girlfriend and we had the BEST time. Amaizng staff showed us around. Hostel inside the black house is really nice. Lovely to walk around the village after it is closed. 10/10 so clean, so friendly so modern too. I have told all my friends to stay here. The village is also a must see. We loved our stay! It was £35 each for the night and we also had the place to ourselves. Did I mention the kitchen is crazy good??

It was interesting to see the replica village and mode of built structures from the outside. The place offers accommodation but little else. Almost a form of glamping. There were no historical examples set up of the interior of a black house which was disappointing and entry to most places was off limits due to paying guests. Was not deeply satisfying.

This is a beautiful black house village. There is one set up as a museum, so you can get an idea of how life was. The rest have been converted & you can stay in them. I actually stayed here a few years back & it was one of my most treasured stays ever! Loved it. So this holiday, I went back for a visit to reminisce

Fantastic experience if visiting the area. Plenty of parking The black house village is so well preserved and has some wonderful exhibitions/ videos. The volunteers were very welcoming and happy to answer questions when Inside and gave some great family history to the previous inhabitants.

If you want to Experience Life as it would have been, out on the Wild Atlantic Coast, I Highly Recommended a Visit to the Blackhouse Village, The Beautifully Thatched Blackhouses, gives you the opportunity to see and Feel what people of that Generation, had.... Situated on Dramatic Coastline, there are people on hand to tell you all about how Life was in those Days...its a Fascinating place....There is a Small cafe, serving Hot & Cold Drinks, Homemade Baking and small selection of Snack meals and a Special, which when we Visited was Herring in Oatmeal ( Traditional 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿) Some of the Cottages are Available for Self-catering Accommodation, PLEASE check the Website for the Detail on Prices and Booking.... I really Loved the Atmosphere of the Blackhouses...Highly Recommended... Enjoy ☀️ 😉

Reconstructed black houses (taighean dubha) like the one in Glencoe are all very well but these ones were actually lived in until relatively recently. There is a small entrance fee to be paid as you go through the gift shop and in return you get to wander through this little hamlet if traditional Hebridean black houses. More interestingly you get access to the museum house and the helpful guides inside; one in the furnished room and one in charge of the weed loom. I had enjoyable conversations with both despite the steady trickle of other visitors (it was raining a fair deal do the village wasn't that full - although the car park was!).You can visit two of the houses but remember the others are holiday lets with guests in them. This was a really enjoyable visit and is well worth making a detour to visit.

Was very busy, but seeing a blackhouse that was only vacated in the 70's was a wow moment. Most of the village is now holiday lets etc so you can only get into 2 of the blackhouses. Parking is not easy as the car park was very busy. There's a café on site, the soup was gorgeous, but it's also quite expensive compared with other places we visited. The floors are very uneven and the doorways are quite small, but what a brilliant experience.

Fantastic and scenic isles

The Outer Hebrides is one of my favorite place I've ever been too. Everyone who goes to Scotland needs to go there. The nature there is great and the people are friendly. Take a camera there and if you have a RV, go there. Sleeping in one of them is incredible! A must visit place 5/5

I haven't had the pleasure of going there,yet!! But had the pleasure of seeing all the beautiful photos on here!👌♥️Well done! I didn't get through them all.But Wow!!👏👏👏🤗♥️♥️♥️

Amazing hebrides. Loved the wildlife, the nature, the locals. One thing I felt was lacking toilet facilities. It's July and we had to drive around looking for toilets some weren't open. Other than that abundance of midges. Great experience of the adventures and history. Will definitely be coming back very soon.

Heaven on earth, stunning scenery, stunning beaches, sea has the most spectacular clarity and colours, wildlife, at least marine and bird life in abundance, peace, solitude, warm , friendly locals. Be aware you can have virtually all seasons in one day but that's what makes these islands so special, certainly I regard both the Isle of Harris and the Isle of Barra as my spiritual homes.

Stunning islands, plenty of things to see and do. Friendly locals. Felt very welcome.

Could someone pay for my travel, and a cottage, I would like to go please. I think they speak Gaelic here, or about 50% if Google is correct other providers are available Alexa.....🙏🙂

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Move over Stonehenge — the Callanish Stones make you realise what a tourist circus Wiltshire has become. Here on the Isle of Lewis, you get the real deal: raw, mystical, and totally unspoiled. No barriers, no gift shop frenzy, no queues — just ancient stones, wild skies, and the sound of the wind whispering through 5,000 years of history. It’s genuinely awe-inspiring and a bit haunting too. Standing here feels spiritual, almost otherworldly — you can sense the past breathing around you. Forget Stonehenge’s selfie sticks — this is where the true magic of ancient Britain still lives. Absolutely phenomenal.

A must for anyone visiting the Isle of Lewis and Harris. Stunning location and wonderful stones. Takes a bit of planning if going on public transport. Top tip - go on a day when the Alpacca farm is open as there's nowhere else nearby for coffee and snacks

The Calanais Standing Stones are a very impressive sight, far more impressive than the pictures here led me to believe. There’s no visitor centre here at the moment, so just park at the top of the hill next to the ruined building marked as “Fairy Freak Designs” and it’s a very short walk in. There’s great views from close up, right inside, or a little further away, and good information boards.

Many more stones than I expected and bigger! Just loved this place. A bus load just left so we almost had the visit to ourselves at 4 o'clock under a moody sky...

When the visitors centre is finished this will be an even fabulous experience. I sincerely hope it won’t be something that is chargeable. It appears that all the money for the centre was from funding so no capital needed. ANYWAY the stones……brilliant information boards and such a magical place. Was windy on the day we visited as demonstrated in the flappy ears in Beau.

The stones are worth seeing if you're on Harris. The homes directly around it make it less scenic than I imagined as does the construction of the huge visitor center. The views would be lovely otherwise.

Great for history lovers, remarkable how they seemingly blend into the surroundings. It was fairly busy when we arrived, so taking photos without people in the background was challenging but expected. You only need to spend 15-20mins to see it.

The Thai Cafe uses the restaurant space in the evening between 1600 - 2200 on Tues - Sat. A great selection of menu options and such a great view over the harbour when you're having your meal. An Lanntair Arts Centre is a great facility to have in Stornoway and is improved by having this dining option available. Book a table though!

Lol velt art gallery downstairs and a shop with a cafe and more artwork upstairs. Only thing is that the artwork upstairs is behind where people sit to eat and drink so you have to peer over them to see the art. Not ideal. No parking so find a roadside space or park at Tesco only a 3 minute walk. All free

Beautiful modern venue with large capacity and current streaming technology for large events. Very friendly staff at the café, Thai restaurant open in the evening.

Art gallery and creative space - certainly the largest such space in the Western Idles. Downstairs is an art gallery along with a gift and bookshop. There is a good cafe upstairs. There aren't any parking facilities but Stornoway does have a fair amount of parking spaces.

Another visit to The Thai Cafe now in An Lanntair. Food wonderful as usual with friendly prompt service. The new location adds to the experience. Will hopefully be back before going home. Recommended

A wonderful, creative, multi functional place. Gifts, crafts, food, music. Theatre and film

Lovely cafe! Staff are soo friendly! View of harbour. Very warm and sunny! The art shop gets so many cool stuffs. Bought quite a few items

I think about Skye more than I should. Not just the place though the cliffs, the silence, the way the light moved will stay with me forever. But the feeling. The way everything slowed down when I was there. The way I slowed down. It felt like something I didn’t know I was searching for until I found it. Effortless, grounding, a kind of stillness that reached right through me. I left, but I didn’t really leave. Something of me stayed behind. And something of it came with me. Sometimes I wonder if I’ll ever stop missing it or her. But maybe some things aren’t meant to be forgotten. Just remembered, gently, again and again.

Wow, what a rush! We had just a couple of days on the island, but it was definitely worth it. Beautiful landscape, great drives, good food all lent themselves to making us want to come back. You definitely want more time to explore, I'd say give yourself at least a week. You'll love the local shops, the great food, and the friendly people. And even on this island just off the coast of Scotland, things were pretty wheelchair accessible. Yes, sometimes shops had stairs into them, or trails were a bit rough, but overall, my wife was able to get around in her power wheelchair just fine. I think the next time we stop by, we'll bring electric socks :).

Absolutely beautiful and must see. The town is small so booking restaurant for dinner is recommended before coming back from sightseeing. Pre-book hotel in advance as it gets full fast. It's best to book a tour to see so the sites at the bus is slower and doesn't stop at so spots.

The isle of Skye was stunningly beautiful! We avoided all the “Instagram famous” sports and took advice from the locals on where to go and what to do instead. We really enjoyed driving around and touring the island! We stayed on the west side of the island which is far less busy with tourists than the east side and we much preferred it that way! Tons of small towns and villages to visit, and incredibly fresh seafood all over the place!

The Isle of sky has dramatic scenery and some wonderful locations to walk as well as the world famous Talisker distillery. While it has a great main road to the capital and other main roads around the island are relatively well kept when you get off the beaten track you’re into single track roads with passing places and are met by many caravans as well as camper vans. Not to say that the island is always full of tourists but you can always find a quiet spot to enjoy the surrounding scenery.

Such a beautiful island - def need to spend a few days exploring to do it justice. The ferry staff were all lovely on the Mallaig to Armadale crossing, which only takes 30-40 mins.

Very unusual light, beautiful scenery when not raining and locations very busy even in mid September making photography an early morning pursuit.

Amazing Broch tower which was built around 7BC, a wee display before going up the hill to the Broch gives an idea of how the inside might have been. Be warned it is very windy up on the hill but the views are amazing. Nice wee gift shop there too with a lovely helpful proprietor.

2000 year old fortress from the iron age. Beautiful and inspiring ruin. You really feel the history and it starts to move your fantasy. Impressive how well it stood the test of time. You can enter it if you can bend down far enough to fit through the small gate. The site has nice info that shows a reconstructed variant and some history.

A visit to the Broch is a step backwards into history. With a little imagination you can picture how it looked in the past. An easy walk up a short hill on a well tended path will allow you to even step into its structure. Beautiful views from where it rest on the top of the knoll.

Unassuming but quite fantastic piece of history. Amazing such a structure is still standing. The visitor centre is a must visit to explain the origins of the Broch. Well worth the time to visit.

Dun Carloway Broch is an easy stop on any drive around the western loop of Harris. No entry fee but donations can be made inside the small information centre which also has decent toilets. Walk around, walk inside and up the stairs, but watch your head in the very low entry points. But for the best pictures walk up the hill opposite and look down.

Beautiful place with lovely views around. Parking nearby, with informative signs about the history od the Broch. Short walkie to the actual tower ruin. Apparently it is one of the best preserved brochs in Scotland. Worth visiting!

This impressive ruins of an iron age Broch is one of the best preserved in the Western Isles. Brochs and wheelhouse are unique ro Iron Age Scotland and this one allows a glimpse into how they were constructed with a stairway between the outer and inner walls. Access is free and there is a small information xentre maintained by the local Urras or trust (you have to pay yo use the toilets though). Parking is sufficient and free and there are a couple of tourist shops on the other side of the road.

Fantastic place to visit for a holiday. Beautiful beaches, great place for bird watching(sea eagles)fishing and cycling.

Is an unspoiled island. There are some beaches and some historical places like a prehistorical cairn and a stone circle.

There so needs to be an option for 6 stars! Absolutely love this place, we have already booked a trip to visit again next year and we want to move there. If you want peace and quiet with stunning scenery, this is the place for you!

Lovely place to take pictures while alot of beautiful views. A great place for a holiday!

So many beautiful places to visit.

Breath taking Scenery, you need to visit to appreciate it.

Amazing beautiful scenery!

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.

Wow what a walk. The views are magnificent. I did the walk with my dog and we both loved it. Well signposted from the car park. We followed the trail left and went down then up. You can do either way, however I would recommend going left first as you start to get amazing views and stunning rock formations straight away, then come back over the top. The carpark can get full try to get there early. Wear good footwear , some of the trails get quite boggy. Enjoy.

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.

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.

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.

I know the Trotternish Loop and Old Man of Storr etc get most of the attention on Isle of Skye, but the southern parts of the island are just as spectacular and worth an extra day to explore. We decided to head south before we even hit Portree, taking the one-lane road out to the Fairy Pools and following the west side up toward Dunvegan, and eventually our destination in Uig. As the pools was our first stop on the island, we were so happy to see plenty of parking (though it was crowded in July), with easy access to the trail head for the descent into the valley and eventual rise following the pools. The valley was full of wonderful photo spots, small creek views, and lower falls, along with the chocolate colored water (my son called root beer) and the hills in the background. The trail itself was easy enough, but there were plenty of options to explore, including in the river itself. We saw people cliff jumping, swimming, and wading, and we even followed in one area to scale the side of a waterfall simply by scrambling up the side of it! Eventually there were some wonderful areas with wider shallows for us to remove our shoes and wade into the clean cool water. It's hard to express the beauty in words, but the place was pretty unbelievable - I guess "fairy pools" is the best description, something familiar, but feels a bit surreal and fantastical when you're there.

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 really interesting insight into historical island life, however £9.95 for entry is beyond ridiculous. This seems to be a common theme in Scotland these days and is being used to exploit tourists. If it was even £5, local tourists like myself would be more prone to going into the museum, instead we took some photos from the road and left.

This site should not be missed as it highlights the hazardous living conditions suffered by crofters ie breathing the choking fumes of burning peat. The building and exhibits show how black houses were eventually replaced by ‘white’ houses. A reference no doubt to the move away from the ‘black’ house, tar coated ceilings, walls, floors, furniture and more endured by residents. In addition the information boards and exhibits give a detailed overview of the way of life and the background and history of the area. Well worth a visit. 👍👍👍

Amazing place, very interesting history. They had a fire going in the main room when we were there, so be prepared to be smelling of smoke for the rest of your day. Be sure to cross the road and visit the White House as well.

Interesting visit but only 2 houses to see and a gift shop. Quite expensive for what's on offer but enjoyed our visit

Interesting to see but 10-15 minute visit is sufficient in my opinion. Cute but small gift shop. Lots of small bugs around made it almost unbearable to walk around any longer.

Really good visit, the inside is amazing! And you can read lot of story from inside the visitor room, and also a video

Excellent place to learn about the history of the islanders. Lovely short film to watch. Very helpful shop where we got our pooch a book, learning Gaelic for dogs🤣🤣. Good parking

Feel the mighty power of the Atlantic ocean as it crashes into the millennial rocks here, as a variety of seabirds swoop and soar before settling on the cliffs below. There are no facilities other than community-funded toilets which are just fine, but pack a lunch and some waterproofs for a satisfying wander over the machair tracing the northwestern tip of the British Isles.

Amazing scenery looking out from the lighthouse area. Not sure if the lighthouse open to public as well were there on a Sunday. Stunning beach on left as you leave on exit road

Brilliant place. Be careful of the sheer drops over the cliff edges. No protection and little warning so if you have kids be extra careful.

This is a spectacular place which should be visited . It's free of charge including car parking. It is also easy to access for wheelchair and elderly people. The seagulls are everywhere and now with their little ones🤩🤩🤩🤩 you can also see some shags, gannet and Atlantíc grey seals 🦭 Additionally, bench with wooden table is here for picnic if you want to bring your own food and public bathroom. I am highly recommending visiting this fabulous beautiful place. And the sheep are all around walking freely.

The Butt of Lewis Lighthouse is absolutely stunning! The dramatic cliffs and endless ocean views make it one of the most breathtaking spots on the Isle of Lewis. Even on a windy day, it feels wild and powerful, and you really get a sense of the edge of the world. The walk around the area is beautiful, with seabirds soaring and waves crashing below. Definitely worth the trip if you’re exploring the Outer Hebrides!

First off, it is just a lighthouse at the far end of the Isles of Lewis and Harris. You cannot enter the lighthouse, you cannot go up to the top. That said, it is in a terrific location (down a single track road) and we were lucky enough to be there on a lovely sunny day when it wasn't too windy. The coastline is suitably rocky so when the waves are up for it, it is enthralling to watch them smash on the rocks. Some days there is a coffee truck there which is pretty good value for money.

I was there in the daytime in some really bright sunlight so I unfortunately didn't get to see the lighthouse with its lights on. I couldn't possibly review it fairly from a daytime visit and not even on the sea. Sorry. Im sure it's a very helpful lighthouse in a storm.

Lovely 15th Century castle a very short but pleasant boat ride from Castlebay. It has been well restored in many places but the great hall was still waiting restoration when I visited. The rooms are easy to find and the staircases have sturdy ropes to hold on to. The Historic Scotland representative in the small shop was very helpful and I enjoyed exploring all the nooks and crannies from the yard to the tower. Sitting in the sun by a fragment of original wall waiting for the boat was also a nice end to the trip! It's due for a full restoration after this 2018 season so try to get there if you have a chance before it closes for the foreseeable future. Worth a visit!

Beware the free boat trips. I booked through Historic Environment Scotland for a free boat trip around the castle. Arrived at the appointed place on time but it was shut. Went to the marina and hung around but no one turned up. I don't think this is a scam because I had an authentic ticket and no⁷ payment was requested. Just incompetence I guess. Shame, because the castle looks great and I wasted a morning.

Pretty much the symbol of Castlebay and indeed Barra itself this 15th C castle dominates the bay of Barra's principle settlement. Unfortunately it is not open for visitors and although there is a possibility fir a boat ride round the harbour, this wasn't available on the days when I visited. The photos above were mainly taken from of Calmac Oban to Barra ferry.

Conserved castle on a tiny island off the coast, the namesake of the town. Very well exhibited and an interesting attraction, still in the process of conservation but a must see if you're on Barra.

Exciting to go across in the boat, but for £6 there is very little to see and no information provided about anything. You can buy a leaflet for £1 in the shop which tells you less than Wikipedia. It has fantastic potential, but sadly doesn't yet meet it.

Great little tourist attraction. Tickets either upon arrival or from tourist information 50m up the road

Wow Wow castle. Castlebay town gem. From all sides it's looks superb.

I do really loved the place. So much to get to know about people themselves (Islanders). Eeach person = one story. If you have some time to spare, definitely worth going there. Btw no need to follow google maps route to the roundabout when walking, there is a direct shortcut with signs straight to the castle museum few meters before.

The Museum & Tasglann nan Eilean in Stornoway features background and history of the culture of the Outer Hebrides. It also features artefacts dating from prehistory to the present day, and a public archive. It is situated in the grounds of Lews Castle, in a building inspired by the former glasshouses. The museum introduces life in the Outer Hebrides from prehistory to the present including archaeological finds on loan from National Museum Scotland. The gift shop has a small range of individual replicas of the Lewis Chessman available for purchase.

A wonderful, quiet and insightful muesum focusing on the way of life of Gaelic people in the Isle of Lewis. It focuses mostly on the people themselves, and their way of life during a transitionary period in history. It was insightful, but I personally found the lack of coverage on historical events and other time periods a bit lacking. If you are, however, interested in the Gaelic way of life and language then this is the best place in Stornoway for it!

Fairly small but very well presented museum with lots of multimedia exhibits telling the fascinating story of island life, the highlight being some of the famous Lewis chessmen. Entry is free and includes access to the downstairs rooms of the adjacent Lews Castle. There’s also a cafe. Staff are super friendly and welcoming. If you have time, the castle grounds make for a lovely walk - climb up to Gallows Hill for some nice views over the water to Stornoway town and port.

We went in Sunday when the museum is closed. The ground floor of the grand house was open and we had lunch there. I was told there were no more eggs but later discovered someone receiving scrambled eggs. Disappointing. Food was fine but not exciting. You order and it arrives at your table. Staff are young and enthusiastic. Coffee was ok but not great. But I guess it was good it was open on a Sunday.

Not a large museum but a "boutique" exhibition that shows a snapshot of life on Harris and Lewis. The individual rooms are well put together with both visual and audio information. The Lewis Chessmen were,of course,a highlight. The background information on their discovery was well presented. Guides are on hand for any questions.There is a small gift shop and admission is by donation,a suggested £5. There is also a cafe.

We had a lovely time at the museum and loved how immersive the experience was, especially the film at the beginning. It was also brilliant to see and hear so much Gaelic all around - chòrd sin rinn glan! Would absolutely recommend a visit, followed by some coffee and cake in the castle.

Many folk decide to miss Barra and Vatersay- I think they miss the best of the Outers! Hardly any traffic - easy to find a site to pitch up stunning scenery!

Have a good unforgettable experience when the Twin Otter from Glasgow landing on the beach runway.

Scotland's own Paradise island where sandy beaches and crystal clear turquoise blue waters prevail. Hebridean sea on the east and Atlantic ocean on the west. We stayed at Eologarry in the north of the island where there are many secluded coves where only a few people traversed. Great place to wind down and switch off. Alternatively, take your bike or hiking boots and enjoy touring the island and cross the causeway to Vatersy. Travel by plane is an excellent experience as you land on the beach.

Grand island with gorgeous beaches, coves and walking routes. Seal and Dolphin spotting proved most rewarding along the west coast.

Beautiful Island, we spent half a day at the airport, amazing to see a plane land on a beach. The airport restaurant was also worth a visit, lovely food and drinks.

Barra is an eye opener for anyone wanting to see a different side of Scotland from looking like the Bahamas on a great day and being the wild and wettest day on earth lol . Just so great a place to visit . And to be proud to be Scottish.

Barra is wonderful, absolutely stunning scenery. You can walk for miles on the hills or on the beaches. The people are delightful too.

Iconic Highland stop that genuinely lives up to the photos. Set on a tiny tidal island where Loch Duich, Loch Long, and Loch Alsh meet, Eilean Donan changes character with light and tide—mirror-calm reflections at high water, green rocks and seaweed at low, mist and moody clouds one hour, golden glow the next. I came all the way from Indonesia, and the detour off the A87 en route to Skye was absolutely worth it—curiosity fully rewarded. Practical experience was smooth: clear signage from the main road, ample parking, a well-run visitor centre with tickets, café, and shop, and a short stone bridge onto the castle. Staff were helpful, interiors are thoughtfully presented (no interior photography, which keeps the flow moving), and the restoration story is compelling given the castle’s 13th-century roots and 20th-century rebuild. Film buffs will recognise the setting from Highlander and a Bond movie, but on site it feels far more intimate than a film location. Tips for the best visit: aim for early morning or golden hour for softer light and fewer crowds, check opening times in advance, and pack a warm layer—wind off the loch can be sharp even in summer. For photos, step across the bridge to the roadside lay-bys or drive a few minutes up to the Carr Brae viewpoint for the classic wide shot of castle, arches, and loch. Drone flying is restricted; read the notices. If you’re driving the NC500 or heading to Skye, make this a deliberate stop—I left genuinely happy and would gladly come back in a different season to see it in new light.

Eilean Donan Castle is a must stop over spot if you are on your way to Skye or just driving in the area. Absolutely beautiful location - almost looks mythical! wonderful scenery with calm water and wind - and you really wonder what people in the 14th century were thinking as they stood there... 'were they defending the world against the creatures of the darkness?' (Don't worry, you soon find out from whom they were defending themselves, once you go inside the castle). We went in October, and the lighting changed every 10 minutes - as one can see in the photos - but it was overall bright and beautiful. However, just like anywhere in Scotland around this time, have a jacket on. I can only imagine how beautiful this would be during the golden hour on a clear day. One cannot take photos inside the castle and frankly, one may not find inside too interesting if you are not a big fan of history. But still! inside is well preserved and if you give yourself a bit of time, you soon will get immersed into the surroundings and find yourself wondering about the life in the old days! It's been 2 years and I would love to go back again. It's not a easy stop over, the road is narrow and not so straightforward, but it's all worth the efforts!

Historical & Magical Castle at the entry of Skye island Eilean Donan Castle is a lovely picturesque iconic castle. You can not miss it if you are visiting Skye island as it is on the way almost at the entry of the peninsula. This is certainly one of the castles you will have seen in movie as it features in many of them (including highlander). It is I believe probably the most photographed Castle in Scotland. Fabulous experience to be here. Note before the Castle you have a little café, toilets, and of course the ticketing booths. Highly recommended visit from us!

Just beautiful! We stopped in to take pics, hit the restrooms and grab some breakfast around 9 am as we were heading to Skye. The morning light was perfect as was the sky, water and mountains.This was a 10 out of 10! Great view while drinking our coffees. Pay car park took both card and coins.

A stunning and iconic castle in a truly beautiful setting — the views are absolutely worth the stop, especially for taking photos or just enjoying the atmosphere. However, the entry price of £12 per person, plus £4 for parking, really isn’t worth it in our opinion. The castle looks much better from the outside anyway, and you get the best impression just walking around and admiring it from a distance. Still, it’s a must-see landmark in the Highlands and a great photo spot — just maybe skip the inside tour.

Absolutely Magical and Picture-Perfect! Eilean Donan Castle is truly one of the most breathtaking places I’ve ever visited. The location feels straight out of a movie — and rightly so, as it’s been featured in many films, including Bollywood classics like Kuch Kuch Hota Hai. On a beautiful blue-sky day, the scenery is nothing short of magical. The colours of the landscape are a true treat to the eyes, with the castle perfectly framed by the surrounding hills. The still waters of the loch mirror everything so clearly that it feels like a painting come to life. I won’t spill the tales hidden inside the castle — I’ll leave that for you to discover when you visit. But trust me, it’s absolutely worth exploring! Eilean Donan is a must-stop on your journey to the Isle of Skye if you’re traveling from Inverness, Scotland. The charm, history, and cinematic beauty of this place make it a truly unforgettable experience.

Well worth a visit- I think the photos of this place really speak for themselves. The gift shop is great and very reasonable, fje staff are friendly and the castle itself is very interesting. It's also much bigger than I thought, with carefully reconstructed kitchens which were fascinating. We got there early afternoon and there was plenty of parking, and it was fairly quiet. By the time we came out, around 3pm, it was extremely busy.

Stunning island great food be with local driving it’s relevant for the island. Absolutely worth a visit

Absolutely loved the Isle of Mull, we did a tour, including Staffa and Iona and it was fabulous. The wildlife, history and greenery are magical, the weather was on our side and we're definitely going to return soon! We saw the highland poneys, coos, sheep, a cute kitty, deer, and that only in a few hours on the island. In the boat tour we also saw dolphins, seals, puffins and other birds. A beautiful place to visit it you can't in Scotland and less than an hour ferry from Oban!

Perfect island for touring by car/camper or tent. So much to see and do with locals that are welcoming, always. Single track roads cover 90% of the island so advise not bringing a 6m+ motorhome if it can be avoided.

Magical place Most beautiful scenery and views where ever you go. Just wrap up warm and take note the ferry will not run when weather is bad .

Wonderful, as always. We'll be back next year.

Spent 3 days on Mull based at Port Nan Gael. Wish it had been more. Loads of lovely wee villages with great restaurants cooking some wonderful local produce. A lot of local art centres and galleries situated throughout the island mean you are never far away from one. If you are a cyclist, walker or runner then there are plenty of trails, single track roads, hills and parks across the island and away from the busier roads. If you are into water there are lochs and sea lochs galore to use. The views around the island are simply amazing and worth a visit on there own. Midges can be a problem across the Highlands and Islands but I didn't find them too bad on Mull, perhaps due to the wind keeping them at bay. Otters Sea Eages and Eagles can be seen on Mull and tours can be purchased. Whale watching tours are also available as well as trips to the uninhabited island of Staffa. There are Calmac ferry's for those wishing to visit Iona which is another lovely smaller island a 10 minute ferry ride from the South end of Mull.

Probably one of the best islands in the world and I highly recommend going there because it is quiet, peaceful, has a rich variety of species and is just incredible. However he only think I would point out is that to have a really nice trip it is quite weather dependant because there are much less things to do indoors.

Lovely beach. Again, been here in all weathers and is absolutely stunning. Everyone flocks to this beach, however, there are alot of just as nice, if not nicer, beaches in Lewis too, this one i think seems to be everyone's "to do".

Absolutely breath-taking! Very serene and peaceful! We could have spent all day just taking in the views! The water is stunning and with the mountains in the background, it’s just gorgeous! There are toilets available by the parking lot.

Absolutely stunning beach on the west coast of the Isle of Harris. I visited recently with my daughter on a beautiful 27 degree sunny day and have to say we were blown away by the beauty. I've been to alot of beaches in Scotland but this has to be the best, truly outstanding! We both went for a swim, but I had to put a wetsuit on as the water was pretty cold! Get there early as the car park fills up very quickly.

The most beautiful beach I've ever seen. Dramatic light, landscape, and weather. Stunning.

Absolutely fantastic beach, just as was expected, big waves and water so clear it's crazy, luskentyre beach car park is small, if you can't park, head further around the bay, seilebost beach was quite quiet when we passed by.

Amazing beach with a hardly a soul around because they had all been taken by the wind to Norway. Bring protective glasses and wing proof clothes,if you don't need them ,then you've had an exceptional time. Diving birds are a joy to watch.

This is one of the most beautiful and stunning beaches that I've ever been to and was fortunate to go there again last week. The views are gorgeous and the pale coloured sand and turquoise sea are just sublime. Not a big parking area, but there are toilet facilities and not far up the road, a little place to get refreshments. Please respect this place and leave no trace of your visit.

Islay should be called the windy Isle. As much as it's windy, it's equally as beautiful. So many coves and beaches, seals, eagles, deer, geese many varieties, and too many bird species to mention. If you're into the outdoors, this is the place to visit. It still has an element of wildness to it. Definitely worth taking the ferry for a 2 hour crossing to visit.

We enjoyed every second on Islay. I left my heart there. The peacefulness of the Island and friendly residents, add the clear blue water and the distilleries, and you have a little Island where I would love to live.

A lovely and delightful island and if you love your single malt whiskey even better. Very friendly people always with a warm smile.

Spent 2 days touring around Islay with Dougie and Jacs MacTaggart of Islay Private Tours. They were great fun and he is part tour guide/storyteller/historian. Loved the history of the isle and the distilleries…my husband’s favorite whisky. 😀 They even got us sorted out for dinner reservations and checked on our ferry times. We took the CalMac Ferry over from Kennacraig and back which was easy and relaxing. Wish we had more time there. Stayed at No.1 Charlotte Street and staff was great. Highly recommend!!

What a handsome place! We were stunned by the natural beauty of this rugged island. Amazing produce, friendly people and a perfect place for a relaxing, slow-paced getaway. Hire bikes and explore distilleries, eat as much seafood as you can (Portnahaven especially) and take time to see as much of the island as you can. Will definitely visit here again.

A nice little Island that is worth a visit. We had 2 nights at Port Mor community centre camp site in our motorhome. Really enjoyed our stay. Whilst here we toured around the Island and spent a bit of time investigating the various beaches, harbours and doing a bit of shopping in the local shops. All very nice and scenic and the local folk were all very pleasant that we saw.

I have been fortunate to have visited many towns and cities in Scotland, but Islay is the most friendly place I have been to for a very long time. The people are amazing, everyone seems so happy.

Stunningly beautiful but sadly we arrived off ferry feeling hungry but couldn’t find anywhere serving even a bowl of soup as kitchen closed at 2 and didn’t open again till 6… ended up with scones and tea…

Iona was beautiful and so tranquil, could have stayed longer, the weather was good and the sea was such a clear blue and idyllic views

We had a fine lunch of venison stew at the St. Columba Hotel. Took a short walk about but had to return quickly to the ferry as upcoming gale force winds threatened to cancel our return trip. The ferry was rolling quite but on both trips. Not for the faint of heart.

A lovely peaceful island. Beautiful beaches, Abbey, nunnery, museum and coffee shop.

It's possibly my favourite Scottish Island. Beautiful beaches. 2 miles of road. Very walkable. A short visit is great but if you can stay a few nights it is peaceful and good for your soul.

Beautiful island with an interesting history. Lots to see and learn. There are not many shops and restaurants but the ones that are there are great. I would absolutely go again

Lovely small place to visit. Rainbow say 'Hello people 😊'

Harris is an absolutely stunning place, between the mountains and the most beautiful beaches you'll ever see it's hard to beat.

Beautiful place. Amazing experience

What can I say but beautiful sandy beaches. Not a lot open while we were there except Sam's Seafood Shack which is in Rodel, a must if you are near. The harbour was just lovely, traditional and tranquil with at least 3 places to pitch up for the night. All and all an amazing part of Scotland.

One of the most stunning and spectacular places in the world. Lots of white sandy beaches and clear blue seas. Most famously known for Harris Tweed and more recently Harris gin. Both distillery and tweed shops in Tarbet are worth a visit. There are no ammenities anywhere on a Sunday. Would advise to stock up on provisions and arrange any transport such as car or bike hire on the Saturday. Some areas can be very windy, warm clothing is a must. Locals are very friendly and welcoming and advise hitch hiking if no transport available. Each time I visited somewhere staff went out their way to help. From the Tarbet hotel, when we arrived late and the kitchen was closed the chef reopened and prepared a meal, to the tweed shop where they advised on tweed cutting service at no additional costs, the hostel staff who spent their own time pouring over maps to show us where to go and the Harris distillery staff who gave out free samples. There is lots of driving.Would recommend a full week to see most of the sights here, however it it definately worth it.

One of most beautiful islands. Wildlife, history, fishing galore and most amazing beaches you could ever wish to see.

The Isle of Harris and Lewis is a breath taking part of the Scottish Highlands with a dramatic landscape made up of ancient mountains and long white sand beaches that have been untouched by the hands of time it has alot of interesting things to do and is rich with history and culture some of these places you can visit such as the standing stones and the black Houses provide a deep insite to the history of the island and there is plenty of modern convenients that are situated in the town of Stornoway such as a tesco and co-op and a cinema there is also a sports centre that have indoor activities such as swimming and climbing for the whole family it truly is a good place to visit.

What a beautiful island. The beaches are spectacular, the scenery is fantastic and the gin is great too, will be back next year

Fabulous island. Incredible beaches mountains and landscapes. One of the most beautiful places you will ever visit during your lifetime.

I feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to cycle from Leverburgh to The Butt of Lewis on this very special island. There's an honesty about the people, landscape and the facilities for visitors. it would be unfair to say Lewis and Harris was old fasioned however it is undeniably different from the rest of Scotland. I loved the open moor rugged coastline and beaches. There's enough hills to challenge cyclists the roads are quite and in good condition local run hostels are set at convienent distances and welcome cyclists and will appeal to those who seek peace and quiet. I was struck by the religious conviction of the local population church is a serious business across the islands. Highly recommend for cycling.

2 1/2 hour ferry form skye costing £75 worth every penny beautiful white sandy beaches on harris and the rigged coastline of lewis both places are outstanding for photos and walks

The isle of Lewis and Harris is a must see! Beautiful nature, warm people and good whiskey - what more could you possibly ask for!

Idyllic place to escape to peace and quiet 🤫

Stunning Island wonderful scenery Jurassic beautiful

Stunning place to visit

A beautiful place to relax and commune with nature unspoiled by civilization

Stunning landscape loads of wildlife and history. Went there to hike the paps -in the heatwave of 2018- phew!!! Well worth a visit...don't just by-pass Islay though. 👍

A dream island 🏝️ I've long wanted to visit. Beautiful mauve & lilac sunsets, famous whiskey, ... Quiet, have to island hop via Islay to get here & ferries only twice a week (?) on Wednesdays & Saturdays (?) or thereabouts so on my last trip here, because of hiring a Motorhome, I could not get here & back within a limited time ! So I yearn to return !

Wow what scenery , what views, great people and service , recommend for a slow pace of life to live in the moment

I’m definitely going to the island next year it’s the only place I would love to go for the whisky and just to go been on most of the island but I’m sure I will be fine next year

Not been here yet but I look for it every day, I'm amazed how easy it disappears from sight and one of my favorite pics so far 💯

Lovely, beautiful isle unspoilt and the friendliest people we have met in a long long time

This is a beautiful lookout spot, and the Sea Stacks are cool to see. There are a few trails to hike around and see different spots, lookout points.

Without a doubt one of my favorite places I visited during my recent vacation in Scotland. Recommend plugging in the map coordinates 58°09'02.3"N 7°06'01.4"W to get to the small side of the road informal parking spaces by the cattle grid, on the opposite side of the road from the shore. Then face the road/shoreline, turn left, and walk along the road until you see the sign pictured below. From there head towards the headlands ahead. Had a wild and fun experience there, as the weather was a little wild, which made the wave action far below even more powerful. I had a couple steady sheets of fine rain come in and soak me pretty good, staying until I was literally the only one on the headland. The wind got up so much that I moved away from the clifftops, just to be safe and careful. Beautiful, amazing views!

Little hard to find (there’s a small track sign visible from the street), even more challenging to park (…because at this point you’ve passed the parking already and there’s almost no place to turn). But once you’ve managed this two tasks you’ll get rewarded by a picturesque, majestic landscape, approx 10-15min walk included. Really worth to visit!

Absolutely breath taking...probably one of my favorite spots the entire trip.

The drive out to Mangersta was very scenic but the coastline there is just stunning! There is easy pull-off parking across the road and then just cross over to see the jagged rocks and the sea stacks with the swirling ocean spilling its fabulous blue colour all over them! There is a wire fence along the cliff top but do still be careful and keep youngsters close! A great place to visit :)

Lovely spot, very steep cliff, not for a windy day!

A beautiful place to visit. Park just past the cattle grid on the side of the road and walk up the hill a short distance to see the stacks. A bit boggy in some places but not a problem for walking boots or old trainers! Make sure to keep away from the edge as there is a fence but it does not go all the way (so keep dogs and children very close by) Enjoy the views!!!

Not open for the public. Some nice views on the way.

Should you put this place on your list? Obviously. Is it worth it? Yes! Breathtaking nature. And if you go (very) early in the morning, it's gonna be just you and the ocean.

45 minutes drive from Stornoway. Roads that go to the Horizon for miles. Once there , marked parking bays . Benches for picnic. Great views of the sea .

Very clean and does not smell of fish or salty air. It's Free of trash and other foreign objects. We went during a full moon and had a blast.

Deep cliff with beautiful views. Just beware of flies which sting. Take precaution while wandering around.

End of the Hebridean Way Cycle route

Great place to visit. Lovely lighthouse, cliffs, sea birds, sheep and weather!

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.

Great way to spend a day with children. The castle has keys hidden in every room for kids to find, and they get a prize at the end if they find them! Great way to keep them interested. The outdoor play area is wonderful. There’s even a seal boat and a hike that leads you to a tree tunnel.

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.

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!

A lake that was once famous for its cryptid monster. One of the deepest lake in the world and has beautiful scenery. Several historical sites are also nested next to the loch. A long lake that was formed by fault. We cruised on the loch and it was a nice experience.

Loch Ness, where myths meet breathtaking views. 🙆‍♂️ Have you seen the Loch Ness Monster?🦕 Over a million tourists visit the Scottish coast every year in the hope of seeing the Nessie monster.🦕 And in the last photo, Nessie herself decided to pose for my lens.🤭

Lovely to tick this one off the bucket list, but my partner felt Windermere was nicer, but it’s worth coming to see, you can drive around it and stop off and take on the wondrous views.

Loch Ness is beautiful, I have recently been to Dores on one side of the loch and on a cruise on the other side.. amazing scenery, you will not be disappointed. 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

Loch ness is a beautiful place to visit if yours travelling by car camper etc there is loads of nice places to stop and enjoy from the ruins of the castle 🏰 fresh fish and chip shop to the beautiful views all over the lake the whole road that goes around it is definitely one to travel on. If your close by definitely do the trip it will be worth it.

I was hoping something nicer, or more services, just one shop one restaurant and outside wood tables where we sit and the waitress came and told us we can't sit because its only for restaurant ( nobody at all, and it was light rain even...) I guess in summer eould be more animation, but in october kind of death

When up in the Highlands you cannot not visit loch Ness! We went on the loch Ness river cruise and parked at the Loch Ness clansman in the overflow car park. We had not pre booked any tickets but found no issues with booking for a group of 8 today from ticket office on the jetty. Fabulous staff on board the boat with a cafe selling snacks, hot drinks and alcohol and a toilet on board. The boat takes you to Urquhart castle where more passengers embarked and then we set off back to where we started. On the boat approx 55mins which was well worth it as the scenery is stunning. Lovely relaxing day

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.

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.

Really beautiful and definitely worth the visit! The spiral isn’t actually as big as you think it is but it’s a fun little 15 minute walk/hike up the rock for the views!

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.

While on a cruise aboard Fred Olsen's Balmoral, we stopped by this extraordinary natural wonder, using the bow thruster to pirouette around so passengers on both side of the ship could have a good view. What seemed extraordinary were the little dots of people and apparently tiny boats dwarfed by the enormous opening of Fingal's Cave. It was, for me, having never seen it before, one of the highlights of the cruise and, even better, achieved by not having to take a long boat trip from Bute or Iona. It's certainly up there with the wonder of the Terracotta Warriors in Xian and Sugar Loaf/Corcovado in Rio. But I am Scottish, so maybe I am biased. It helped that we cruised past on a gloriously sunny day, which made a very special day absolutely unforgettable.

I did the 3 Islands Tour a via Staffa Tours. From booking, asking questions and travel all went well as expected. The walk to Fingals Cave is along a fair walk along the cliff side. There is a hand rail and the stones have been painted with anti slip paint, so if you are relatively able bodied you should be OK. In the cave mouth, it's very steep so be careful, especially if wet. The climb to the top of the island is very steep, but steps solid and comfortable. It's also a very hilly walk, maybe 15 to 20 mins where the Puffins are. Again, be very careful and don't get too close to the cliffs edge. There are no fences whatsoever so keep very close on eye kids and pets. The cave and surrounding area is wonderful and the walk on top is impressive, but not as impressive as the little Puffins

The formation of the basalt columns and sail shape cliffs is one of the most amazing natural landscapes I had ever seen. It was unfortunate that the weather was gusty and waves were choppy when I visited and the ship could not make a landing. Even then, it was still fascinating to watch the island from the ship. The swelling of the waves at Fingal's Cave is unbelievable. I will come back again

Amazing island that we visited from Fionhport with a company called Staffa tours. Fingal's cave is just spectacular, but if you walk to the top of the island the views around are also amazing. There is another cave that you can view from the top of the island, just follow the footpath as it's "behind" Fingal's cave. Really worth the visit.

Beautiful uninhabited island with very interesting geology and puffins! The Puffins are not scared of humans as we stop seagulls from coming close so you can get up quite close to them. Also they are only there from early May until early August as an FYI. They then head to mid Atlantic so try and go between May and early August.

Staffa is a very beautiful island! The boat trip was a bit bumpy but ok. Once there, you get to experience the life of Puffins and take some great pictures of them. If you're planning on flying a drone I would recommend flying your drone west and south of the island since this is where there are little people and no puffins. Beware of gusts. I would definitely recommend exploring staffs if you're visiting Mull.

Great organised boat trips from Mull. Although there were quite a few folk doing the same as us it was still worth the effort to see the puffins and the caves. Amazing rock formations and good commentary from the boat skipper.

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

Take the Misty Isles boat trip, either the 2, 3, or 6 hour trip, and you will be transported to a remote loch that seems untouched by civilization. Ruggedly beautiful, and worth as much time exploring as you have. Oh, and the crew of the Misty Isles ships know the history of the land, people a culture--and are happy to share.

Immense mountains surrounding a serene Loch. The only way I could access this place at my age, (duff knees, wonky hip) was by taking a boat trip from Elgol, highly recommended. Seals to view, cormorants but the puffins had left. (Late July. ). Excellent information from the crew. Book early.

Very beautiful. There's a short walk that's suitable for kids. There a munch longer walk to one of the peaks with incredible views but takes a few hours for a fit adult that's a bit more challenging.

Amazing place! Make sure to take a boat (we took Misty Isle boat Trips and everything went perfect) from Elgol straight to Loch Coruisk. You won't regret it. Our only regret is that we took the trip with only 1,5 hours ashore instead of the one with 4,5 hours ashore. So much to see and enjoy!

Camped the SE end after coming from the "bad step" to then go over cuillin to fairy pools. The whole area is just breath taking. While hiking we see plenty of deer in the area and it was just amazing.

Beautiful and peaceful lake with stunning views of the Cuillin hills as the backdrop. After a brisk 10mins walk from the pier whilst following up the river, it opens to a breathtaking landscape which you almost have to yourself (and the rest of the tour group). As we have only 1.5hr before the ferry departs, we could only hike to the other end of the lake. If you have more time, I can imagine you can hike further towards the Cuillins. The total boat tour (Misty Isle) departing from Elgol takes 3hr. Highly recommended. Book in advance as we saw some last minute turn-ups being turned away.

We took a boat trip from Elgol to reach this incredible lake and it was totally worth it, amazing atmosphere and views

Beautiful old bridge, with a lovely river below. River was very refreshing to take a dip on a warm day. We were only going to stop for 5 minutes, ended up staying 2.5 hours as it was so nice 👌

Location Location! Nestled in a valley with the mighty Cullins hills feeding vast amounts of water to the river under the bridge. Waterfalls can be seen foaming, on a clear day, at nearly a kilometer above sea level at the peaks of the surrounding hills. A great all round 360 degree viewpoint with Hotel facilities, Bistro Toilets camping facilities. A great base for walking, photographer views and historic atmosphere.

Sligachan Bridge is one of the most magical places on the Isle of Skye. The scenery here is breathtaking — rugged mountains, rushing water, and a sense of peace all around. The legend says that if you dip your face in the river for seven seconds, you’ll be blessed with eternal beauty, and honestly, it’s worth trying just for the fun of it! It’s a great stop for photos, a quiet walk, or simply taking in the views of the Cuillin range. A true gem of the Highlands.

Nice views and a peaceful atmosphere. When it rains, the river gets quite strong — impressive to watch. Easy to walk around the area, and there’s parking available nearby. Great spot for a short scenic stop.

While a bit over-rated, I'd admit, this is a wonderful structure, standing the passing of time and the passing of many, many generations over it. It definitely has that feel of old and the romanticism of the bridges of long passed times. Stone, as a building material, does impregnate the structures with a sort of lasting beauty and ever engaging interest!

Historical & Legendary Bridge This is a great old bridge, free to visit and take pictures of. It has a legend about the fact that if you put you face in the water for seven seconds, you will have eternal beauty! This obviously is easier achieved in summer than winter ;) Overall great little bridge to be seen, it was a very refreshing experience for us. Highly recommended on your tour of Skye, note it is also an easy place to access compared to some others.

Have to stop when leaving isle of sky. Always pretty. Today there was a ton of people on buses there. But still nice to stretch & walk on the bridge. The mountains & clouds are always nice to watch for a while.