Attractions in Skye & Lochalsh

Kyle, Ross-shire, IV40 8DN

Enjoy stunning views and sheltered walks amongst a variety of trees, flowers and shrubs, beside the shores of Loch Alsh.

Attadale Estate, Strathcarron, Wester Ross, IV54 8YX

Spectacular gardens with views of the sea and Skye. Old paths wind through 20 acres of rhododendrons and rare trees below dramatic rocky cliffs.

Carbost, Isle of Skye, IV47 8SR

The only distillery on the Isle of Skye. This alluring, sweet, full-bodied single malt is so easy to enjoy, and like Skye itself, so hard to leave. Tours, visitor centre, shop.

Isle of Skye, IV51 9

A group of seven thatched cottages each with displays telling the story of life in Skye in former times. The exhibits relate mainly to the day to day life of ordinary people, although there are also items connected with the crofter rebellions in the nineteenth century and even Stone Age axe heads used by Skye's earliest inhabitants

Dunvegan, Isle of Skye, IV55 8WF

Any visit to the Isle of Skye is incomplete without savouring the wealth of history offered by Dunvegan Castle & Gardens.

Sleat, Isle of Skye, IV45 8RS

A MacDonald centre with attractive gardens around the sculptured ruins of an 18th century castle. Award winning museum with many fascinating artefacts. Trails, woodland walks, gift shop and restaurant.

Portree, Isle of Skye, IV51 9BW

The new swimming pool and leisure facilities are now open!

Glen Elchaig, Ross-shire, Scotland, UK

One of the highest waterfalls in Britain (113m), set in a steep narrow cleft in remote country.

Kylerhea, Isle of Skye, Scotland, UK

An opportunity to share in the world of the otter. From the hide you may see the otters swimming or climbing on the rocks.

Ord, Sleat, Isle of Skye, IV44 8RN

Perched on the cliffs above the shore of Loch Eishort, this two acre garden has great views of the Cuillins. Mixed plantings, shrubbery, borders, lawn, viewpoint.

Dunvegan, Isle of Skye, IV55 8ZX

Local history museum incorporating story of MacCrimmon pipers and bagpipes. Shop for bagpiping goods, wool specialists and crafts etc. Not to be missed.

Plockton, Ross-shire, Scotland, UK

A delightful planned village, with a sheltered anchorage, Plockton was established by the Earl of Seaforth in the late 18th century.

Kylerhea, Inverness-shire, IV40 8HD

Sail over the sea to Skye on board the traditional Glenelg Ferry and enjoy a historic ferry crossing, up to six cars and foot passengers.

Elgol, Strathaird, Isle of Skye, IV49 9BL

On your outward journey from Elgol you will visit a seal colony, see a rich variety of sea birds and possibly golden eagles or white tailed eagles. Sightings of dolphins, whales and basking sharks are also possible. 

Kyleakin, Isle of Skye, IV41 8PL

Designed to promote a conservation message, the centre's main aim is to be a fun experience for all the family. A large range of products are also on sale.