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See and Do

For small islands, Barra, Vatersay and Mingulay pack a punch with lots of interesting and indeed exhilarating adventures to be had. From watching the beach land, learning about history at Kisimul Castle or getting out on the water for some coastal adventures, heading on a boat trip to Mingulay, there is a great choice on offer.

We have put a few hidden gems together for you:

Take a hike to Dun a' Chaolais, to the north of Vatersay, has remains of an Iron Age Broch, as well as beautiful views overlooking the Sound of Vatersay
Barra Heritage Centre, in Castlebay, shares the stories of Barras local culture and social history. With two main galleries and a changing programme of Art Exhibitions, Events and history displays, the collections embrace island life and history
To the east of the island in Eoilgarry, you will find Cille Bharra which includes the remains of a medieval church dedicated to St Barr who the island is named from.
Barra’s highest summit, Heaval (383 metres) hosts breath-taking views to to south over Castlebay, to Mingulay and beyond. Just below the summit you will find the statue of the Virgin and Child, known as “Our Lady of the Sea”
Dun Cuier is a well-preserved Iron Age galleried dun. The short climb to this dun give you stunning views across the west of Barra

Highlights

Barra Surf and Coastal Adventures

Unique adventures in stunning locations on the Isle of Barra. Our professional guides and instructors offer surf lessons, snorkelling close encounters with seals, beautiful sea kayak tours, and the…

Hebridean Sea Tours

Enhance your visit to the Outer Hebrides with a stunning tour or adventure to Mingulay, St Kilda, or around the Southern Islands. We provide access to some of the most awe-inspiring locations.

Traigh Eais

Traigh Eais is sandy beach over a mile long, bordered on the east side by a extensive area of sand dunes.

Vatersay Bay

Vatersay is the southernmost inhabited island in the Outer Hebrides. It is now linked to Barra by a causeway which was completed in 1991

Dun Cuier

A well preserved iron age galleried dun situated on hill to the east of Cuier cemetery

Traigh Mhor

This beautiful beach is the spectacular site of Barra’s amazing airport – but only at low tide!

Heaval

Heaval is the highest point on the Isle of Barra at 383 metres

Kisimul Castle

Kisimul Castle sits on a rocky islet just off the coast of Barra at Castlebay

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