Planning Your Trip to the Outer Hebrides

Essential planning information

  1. Made in the Outer Hebrides, a guide to arts and Crafts on the islands.
    This arts and craft guide showcases our artists, makers, gift shops and galleries around the Outer Hebrides. This is a downloadable guide and print versions are available to purchase on our online shop and you can pick up on island.
  2. This guide showcases our food and drink producers and eateries around the Outer Hebrides. This is a downloadable guide and print versions will be available to purchase on our online shop and you will be able to pick up on island.
  3. Blue bedroom in self catering cottage
    Looking for special offers and or last minute availability? Browse through our members who have listed their offers and availability here.
  4. Culla Bay, Outer Hebrides
    Check out our online shop for maps, guides, books and Hebridean Way branded goods.
  5. Hebridean Beach
    Established in Scotland in 2004, our award-winning self-drive holidays are a wonderful way to discover the magic of the Outer Hebrides.
    1. 1st January 202431st December 2024
  6. Stornoway Port Authority harbour wuth boats & yachts
    Stornoway Harbour is it is the main seaport of the Outer Hebrides and provides a vital link to mainland Britain. The idyllic harbour town provides ample opportunity to explore the culture and tradition of Lewis that makes it so unique today.
  7. Outer Hebrides is a special place, help us keep it that way
    Follow our visitor code and leave no trace....
  8. People on ferry
    Your Hebridean story starts when you travel to the Outer Hebrides off the west coast of Scotland
  9. Bikes at Johns Bunkhouse, Berneray
    You can use inter island ferry service, bus services, hire a bike or motor your way around our stunning islands. Get some tips on how to drive and cycle safely.
  10. Stornoway Vehicle Hire car at Cutty Point
    Full Coverage of the Western Isles with our diverse range of brand new vehicles
    1. 1st January 202431st December 2024
  11. Stornoway Car Hire logo
    Based in Stornoway on the Isle of Lewis we are a couple of minutes away from the Ferry Terminal, Bus Station and Town Centre. We are available anytime so don’t hesitate to contact us.
    1. 1st January 202431st December 2024
  12. Skinny Tyres Ltd road & sea
    Join us on our fully-supported cycle tour through the mountains and neolithic landscapes of the Outer Hebrides, the islands at the edge of the Atlantic Ocean.
    1. 1st January 202431st December 2024
  13. Flight landing in Barra
    Carefully designed, tailormade holidays, touring all parts of Scotland, including the Outer Hebrides. Self-drive, using the ferry routes, or flydrive. Awarded Best Small Tour Operator 2011, 2012 and 2013 in the prestigious Guardian/Observer Awards
  14. Cliff Uig, Isle of Lewis. Beach view from top of hill with machair flowers in foreground and sandy beach, turquoise waters and hills in the background
    Enjoy the peace and relaxed pace of a Hebridean Hopscotch holiday, organised just for you. Our expert advisors live locally and have the knowledge to help you select a complete itinerary that's a tailored 'made to measure' package.
  15. Public toilets and chemical toilet disposal points
    Useful lists of facilities such as toilets, chemical toilet disposal points, showers, food shops, petrol, recycling, banks and medical facilities
  16. Motorhome at dusk
    Taking your motorhome or campervan to the Outer Hebrides is a wonderful way to experience the islands.
  17. Tent and boots - camping in the Outer Hebrides
    If you are camping with a tent, head over to our camping guide page for lots of useful informmation.
  18. Welcome Pont A board
    A visit is a MUST for anyone looking for the local intel, events, maps, activities, attractions and accommodation.
  19. Lealfets
    We have fantastic range of free leaflets you can download, from Outer Hebrides walking and cycling routes to trails and journeys and guides.
  20. Tiumpan Head, Point, Lewis
    We have some helpful information and common questions people ask us. Please take a quick read and see if this helps before contacting us.
  21. Shepherds hut interior
    Find your perfect place to stay. There are lots of places, on all the islands to choose from and fully equipped to accommodate all your needs.
  22. Accordian player
    With lots to see and do, whether spotting wildlife, water sport adventures, a ceilidh with locals or a walk along a magical beach, you will be spoilt for choice.
  23. Plate of cooked langoustines
    Sample the local delicacies and taste your way round the Outer Hebrides in the fabulous, restaurants, cafes, takeaways, honesty shops and food trucks.
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