What to do in Isle of Skye

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Isle of Skye showing tranquil scenes, a beach and a pebble beach
Isle of Skye which includes rocky coastline, a lighthouse and mountains
Isle of Skye featuring a beach, tranquil scenes and a pebble beach
Isle of Skye featuring mountains and tranquil scenes
Isle of Skye which includes a beach as well as a small group of people

Isle of Skye Tourist Attractions & Activities

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Top places to visit

1. Portree Harbour

Portree Harbour is a sheltered, calm space lined by rows of pastel-colored storefronts and fringed by gentle green hills. Embark on boat trips to nearby islands from the pier and enjoy fresh seafood dishes at one of the family-owned establishments lining the harbor.
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Portree Harbour which includes a bay or harbour and boating

2. Talisker Distillery

Whisky is part of Scottish culture and Talisker is one of the country’s most famous whisky producers. Find out how the popular beverage is crafted here on Skye during a guided tour of the distillery. At the end of the tour, taste the beloved golden elixir and purchase a few exclusive bottles to bring home.
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Talisker Distillery showing street scenes, mountains and heritage elements

3. Dunvegan Castle

Dunvegan Castle is one of the most iconic attractions on the island. Its image can be seen on postcards and promotional materials for Skye. Discover oil paintings and precious heirlooms and take boat trips out on to the loch.
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Dunvegan Castle featuring heritage architecture, a festival and tranquil scenes

4. Old Man of Storr

The Old Man of Storr is a 165-foot (50-meter) tall rock pinnacle set on an elevated position on the Trotternish Peninsula. The rock is a local landmark and on clear days, its protruding form can be seen from miles around. Follow a path up to the foot of the Old Man. From here, admire views that extend out across the sea to the islands of Rona and Raasay and south toward shimmering lochs, Portree and the dark stone peaks of the Black Cuillin range.
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Old Man of Storr showing tranquil scenes, a lake or waterhole and a monument

5. Quiraing

Lace up your hiking boots for a walking adventure through the strange, otherworldly terrain of the Quiraing. Jagged rocks, craggy cliffs and odd-shaped ridges jut up from the grassy slopes. The elevated parts of the terrain offer spectacular panoramic views that extend over the high cliffs and out to sea.
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Quiraing featuring mountains and tranquil scenes
Beautiful view of the beach with palm trees

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What to do in Isle of Skye


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Talisker Distillery

Carbost

If you're spending some time in Carbost, Talisker Distillery and Isle of Skye Oysters are top sights worth seeing.

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Colbost

While visiting Colbost, you might make a stop by sights like Skye Silver Gift Shop and Duirinish.

Colbost

Skinidin

Though Skinidin may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Dunvegan Castle and Skye Silver Gift Shop.

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Teangue

Teangue is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Torabhaig Distillery and Traigh a' Chnuic.

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Breakish

While Breakish isn't home to many top sights, Isle of Skye Market Square and Skye Bridge are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Duisdalemore

Visitors to Duisdalemore enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Gallery An Talla Dearg is worth a stop.

Duisdalemore

 

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