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.

Portree, Isle of Skye, IV51 9EG

Centre for visual arts and crafts, with cafe offering some of the best food on Skye.

by Kyle of Lochalsh, IV40

Two of the best preserved brochs in Scotland stand close to the Glenelg road. With sections of their walls still standing to full height it is easy to understand how they were built.

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. 

Stromemore, Strathcarron, IV54

Ruined castle, dating back to 1472, situated on the shores of Loch Carron, commanding fine views westwards to Skye.

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.

Elgol, Broadford, Isle of Skye, IV49 9BJ

Award winning boat trip taking you to Loch Coruisk and the seals in the heart of the Skye's Cuillin mountains. Also excursions to the Isles of Rum & Canna. Refreshments served onboard.

Plockton, Ross-shire, IV52 8TN

A warm welcome awaits you from Calum and his crew on the Sula Mhor, who are waiting to take you on a sail to see the seals and view the finest scenery in the world.

Elgol, Isle of Skye, IV49 9BJ

AquaXplore offers a range of exciting cruises on board a custom built, high specification offshore RIB, to the Isles of Canna, Rum and Soay. Superb wildlife viewing opportunities.

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.

Harrapool, Broadford, Isle of Skye, IV49 9AQ

An award winning reptile exhibition, breeding centre and refuge with shop and tea room housed in an old watermill. Frequent handling sessions. Informative and fun for all ages.

Nr Dunvegan, Isle of Skye, Scotland, UK

Black House depicting how people lived in the 19th century and a replica still.

Glen Elchaig, Ross-shire, Scotland, UK

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

Kyle of Lochalsh, Inverness-shire, IV40 8AB

Pool, spa and fitness facilities for the whole family.

Dornie, Kyle of Lochalsh, Inverness-shire, IV40 8DX

The most scenic of Scotland's castles, the original Eileen Donen was built around 1230. Once with Spanish troops and destroyed by British frigates, it was rebuilt in the early 20th Century.