Things to See and Do in the Outer Hebrides


The devil creates work for idle hands. (Someone with nothing to do will put the cats on the fire)

An duine aig nach eil càil ri dhèanamh, cuiridh na cait air an teine


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Island Highlights

Love Gàidhlig truck

Learn the Gaelic language with us and enrich your Gaelic conversation skills while visiting the Hebridean island communities. From immersion courses to one-off local lessons, let us give you a sense…

Long Island Retreats sunrise over misty loch

Create memories that will last a lifetime. Step off the beaten track and immerse yourself in island life. Meet the locals, hear tales of yesteryear, learn a little Gaelic, get up close with our…

Aerial photo of the Taigh Chearsabhagh building, looking towards Lochmaddy Pier and Lee.

Taigh Chearsabhagh Museum & Arts Centre is a place where people can meet, share ideas, learn new skills and experience cultural interpretation that is imaginative and stimulating.

Western Isles Tour Guides Association Group of tour guides in the Outer Hebrides

Engage professional Tour Guides to enhance your visit to a Gaelic landscape and culture. Western Isles Tour Guide Association has a 21-year record of successful tours, in 9 languages, with U.K. &…

Hebridean Jewellery aerial view of building

Hebridean Jewellery Iochdar South Uist HS8 5QX celtic jewellery hand crafted in Silver and Gold. South Uist shop has a very pleasant Coffee shop serving light lunches and snacks open Monday to…

Skinny Tyres Ltd road & sea

Skinny Tyres provides unrivalled guided cycling tours in Scotland. Our customised vans and expert team of guides fully support you as you explore our breathtaking itineraries at your own pace.

Made in the Outer Hebrides Guide Front Cover

A downloadable guide to galleries and retail outlets where visual art and craft, made in the Outer Hebrides, can be viewed, enjoyed & purchased.

Barra Surf and Coastal Adventures splash

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…

Coloured Tweed Cushions

Borrisdale Tweed produces high quality, exclusive, Harris Tweed products.  We make cushions, throws and bedspreads, handbags, holdalls plus smaller items such as caps and scarves.

Buth Bharraigh interior

Community local produce shop selling quality products from Barra & Vatersay including fish, meat, bread, jams and chutneys, eggs, home baking and much more. Also stocks wholefood, books, wool & craft…

MacGillivrays Gift Shop

MacGillivrays is a 3rd, entering the 4th, generation family business based in Balivanich on the Isle of Benbecula. Quality gifts, crafts, tweeds, books and local photography available instore and…

Horse-riding along Traigh Mhor beach

Beach Riding at at Tràigh Mhòr Pony Trekking

Rob Howard eagles

Wildlife Tours in the stunning Pairc district of the Isle of Lewis

Puffin

We run sightseeing trips along the east and west coast of Uist, along with trips to Mingulay, Monach Isles and St Kilda. Other island destinations available on request.

Calanais Standing Stones

The new Calanais Visitor Centre reopens in 2026 with much improved facilities. Until then the visitor centre site is entirely closed for construction works, but please note, the Calanais Standing…

Discover Hebrides logo

We offer private tours of Lewis & Harris, accommodating up to 4 people in a comfortable surround. With our local, friendly and knowledgeable tour guide Gordon, who is a local born to the Island and a…

Harris Tweed purse

Dancing Flower Crafts designs and handmakes one off, unique Harris Tweed® gifts and accessories. Inspired by the colours, sights, sounds, life, wildlife and environment of the magical Outer Hebrides.…

Thatched cottage in the snow

Igot2travel offer wildlife watching, cultural & history, walking, fishing and inter-island day trips with a local Gaelic speaking guide. Specially tailored personal tours across the Outer Hebrides,…

MacGillivrays Gift Shop

MacGillivrays is a 3rd, entering the 4th, generation family business based in Balivanich on the Isle of Benbecula. Quality gifts, crafts, tweeds, books and local photography available instore and…

Cliff Studio  - external

Cliff Studio, located by Cliff Beach, Valtos, Uig, shows coastal landscape and abstract influenced paintings, drawings and ceramics by artist’s Margaret Uttley and David Knight. Open for visitors…

Immerse Hebrides Boat Tours whale swimming in sea

Scheduled boat tours, private charters and adventure sea swimming from Stornoway harbour, Isle of Lewis.

Enchanted Isle in Village Bay

Our St.Kilda day trip is our main trip and one we specialise in. Running from Leverburgh in the Isle of Harris the trip offers the shortest crossing to this spectacular duel World Heritage site. We…

Shoreline Stoneware

Every piece of hand-crafted Shoreline Stoneware Pottery captures texture from natural materials and found objects. The gallery hosts a wide selection of work by local artist with original works…

Sollas Bookbinding 2 blue books

Creative artisan bookbinding and box making, influenced by the materials and colours of island living

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  1. Hebridean Isle Tours owner & van
    At Hebridean Isle Tours we aim to make your visit to the Hebrides a memorable one.  All our tours are done at a relaxed Hebridean pace where you set the timetable. We welcome lone travellers and we will not cancel due to lack of numbers.
    1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
  2. Made in the Outer Hebrides, a guide to arts and Crafts on the islands.
    Check out our downloadable Art and Craft guide, showcasing our Hebridean Artists and Makers.
  3. Light on at cottage in St Kilda
    There are so many great things to do and experience in the Outer Hebrides. Whether you're up for high octane adventure or more sedate activities, there is something for everyone.
  4. ishga sand
    ishga is an award-winning luxury skincare brand based in Stornoway. Results-driven skincare that is created using the pillars of provenance, science and sustainability.
    1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
  5. 2 people sitting inside a barrel sauna looking out to the sea
    Experience the wellness effects of hot & cold therapy in our mobile wood-fired sauna by the sea. Sea dips optional. Freshwater supplied. Lewis & Harris.
    1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
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    Hebridean E-bike hire lets you explore the Outer Hebrides at your pace. Taking in nature and the wonder of the Hebrides in just the right way.
    1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
  7. weaver
    We invite you to embark on our uniquely crafted and interactive Hebridean Tour of the Isle of Lewis with three immersive experiences that will captivate your imagination.
    1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
  8. Cliff Studio  - external
    Cliff Studio, located by Cliff Beach, Valtos, Uig, shows coastal landscape and abstract influenced paintings, drawings and ceramics by artist’s Margaret Uttley and David Knight. Open for visitors April to Sept, Tuesday to Saturday, 11am - 5pm.
    1. 1st April 202530th September 2025
  9. Harris Tweed purse
    Dancing Flower Crafts designs and handmakes one off, unique Harris Tweed® gifts and accessories. Inspired by the colours, sights, sounds, life, wildlife and environment of the magical Outer Hebrides. Each design is unique and I’m happy to design something special just for you.
    1. Immerse Hebrides Boat Tours whale swimming in sea
      Scheduled boat tours, private charters and adventure sea swimming from Stornoway harbour, Isle of Lewis.
      1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
    2. studio
      An open studio situated in an old byre overlooking the Atlantic in the crofting village of Aird Uig.
      1. 1st April 202530th September 2025
    3. An Taigh Cèilidh cafe
      Nicknamed “The Gaelic café” by locals, An Taigh Cèilidh is a Gaelic community centre with events, café, bookshop & gifts. The use of Gaelic is encouraged, though everyone is welcome regardless of whether fluent or don’t have a single word.
      1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
    4. Horse-riding along Traigh Mhor beach
      Beach Riding at at Tràigh Mhòr Pony Trekking
      1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
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      4. 7th January 202531st December 2025
    5. Hebridean Spa with sunset view
      Get pampered in luxurious surroundings and enjoy some much-needed relaxation time with Hebridean Spa.
    6. Long Island Retreats horse
      Spend the morning getting to know the ponies, learn the art of sheep shearing or head out on the machair to learn about the unique ecosystem of South Uist.
    7. Culla Bay, Outer Hebrides
      Check out our online shop for maps, guides, books and Hebridean Way branded goods.
    8. Rob Howard eagles
      Wildlife Tours in the stunning Pairc district of the Isle of Lewis
      1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
    9. Love Gàidhlig truck
      Enrich your Gaelic conversation skills while visiting our island communities with immersion courses and one-off local lessons.
      1. Sollas Bookbinding stack of books
        Pick up stunning hand-crafted books and boxes.
        1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
      2. Shoreline Stoneware Outside of gallery
        Every piece of hand-crafted Shoreline Stoneware Pottery captures texture from natural materials and found objects. The gallery hosts a wide selection of work by local artist with original works across different media.
        1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
      3. Enchanted Isle in Village Bay
        Sea Harris offer scheduled excursions to St.Kilda and the Shiant Islands as well as providing charters to many small Islands accessible from the Isle of Harris. The dual World Heritage site of St Kilda is our main destination with daily trips running
      4. Puffin
        We run sightseeing trips along the east and west coast of Uist, along with trips to Mingulay, Monach Isles and St Kilda.
        1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
      5. Castlebay Marina black yacht
        Castlebay Marina, an excellent resting point on your journey through the Hebrides. Situated in the heart of Castlebay, Isle of Barra next to the facilities in the town.
      6. Rib with visitors
        Let your Hebridean Adventure begin with Seatrek, based in Uig on the Isle of Lewis, providing unforgettable day trips to some of our most remote islands such as North Rona and the Flannans, or take a boat trip round the stunning coastline.
        1. 1st April 202530th September 2025
      7. Coll Pottery Craft Centre
        A working craft centre featuring a blacksmith, glass, ceramics and jewellery. Here you can browse our galleries, watch us work from our viewing area and have refreshments in our tearoom.
        1. 10th March 202519th October 2025
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        3. 1st January 20269th March 2026
      8. Skinny Tyres Ltd road & sea
        Skinny Tyres provides unrivalled guided cycling tours in Scotland. Our customised vans and expert team of guides fully support you as you explore our breathtaking itineraries at your own pace.
        1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
      9. Aerial image Stornoway Golf Club and Stornoway Harbour
        We are awaiting information from Stornoway Golf Club.
        1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
      10. Hercules statue, langass woods, north uist

        North Uist had a global celebrity visit in 1980 - in the shape of a grizzly bear!

      11. Tiumpan Head is located at the far eastern end of the Eye peninsula on Lewis
      12. Northton temple harris
        This area, from the township of Taobh Tuath to the headland of Rubh' an Teampaill, has numerous sites of archaeological significance.
      13. Beach laning in Barra
        The only place in the world where scheduled flights land on the beach!
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      1. Address

        Tarbert, Isle of Harris, Outer Hebrides

        Telephone

        01859 502222

        Isle of Harris

        The Ranger Service works with the local community and visitors to increase awareness and understanding of the natural and cultural heritage of North Harris. It does this through a regular guided walks during the summer as well as bespoke outdoor activities.

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      2. Wild Coast Hebrides Ringed Plovers
        Wild Coast Hebrides Ness Coastal Explorer
        Wild Coast Hebrides Uig Coastal Explorer
        Wild Coast Hebrides Binoculars & Wildflowers
        Wild Coast Hebrides Port of Ness
        Wild Coast Hebrides Whale Watch
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        Wild Coast Hebrides Whale Watch
        Wild Coast Hebrides Seashore Safari
        Wild Coast Hebrides Magical Machair
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        Wild Coast Hebrides Red Deer Family

        Address

        Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 0QW

        Telephone

        07568056251

        Isle of Lewis

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        Discover beautiful nature on Lewis with guided walks and day tours, from whale watching sessions, seashore safaris and magical machair walks, to full-day tours, we bring you closer to the incredible wildlife and scenery of these islands.

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      3. Uist Wool black & white faced sheep
        Uist Wool jumper
        Uist Wool spinning wool
        Uist Wool
        Uist Wool building
        Uist Wool black & white faced sheep
        Uist Wool jumper
        Uist Wool spinning wool
        Uist Wool
        Uist Wool building

        Address

        Grimsay, Isle Of North Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS6 5JA

        Telephone

        01870 602597

        Isle Of North Uist

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        Uist Wool runs a spinning Mill & Wool Centre that specialises in creating artisan yarns for knitting and weaving using fleece sourced from crofts and farms in the Outer Hebrides and Scottish Highlands.

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      4. Lewis and Harris Guided Tours tour guide at Callanish Stones
        Lewis and Harris Guided Tours Callanish Stones
        Lewis and Harris Guided Tours Harris beach & hills
        Lewis and Harris Guided Tours tour guide at Callanish Stones
        Lewis and Harris Guided Tours Callanish Stones
        Lewis and Harris Guided Tours Harris beach & hills

        Address

        Breasclete, Isle of Lewis

        Telephone

        07879221888

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        Learn more about the history, archaeology, gaelic culture, harris tweed etc of this fascinating and beautiful island in the company of a professional,and qualified local STGA Scottish Tourist Guide with more than 30 years experience. Guided tours include all historical and important sites on Lewis and Harris.
        Tours include:
        Historical walking…

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      5. PQA Crafts patchwork
        PQA Crafts bunting
        PQA Crafts squares
        PQA Crafts patchwork
        PQA Crafts bunting
        PQA Crafts squares

        Address

        27 Achmore, Lochs, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9DU

        Isle of Lewis

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        Crafting Harris Tweed gifts, accessories and soft furnishings - pouffes, doorstops, bags, scented gifts, cushions, footstools, bowl cosies, Tweedys and more. Selling from my Honesty hut and Craft Markets. Open to orders through Facebook Messenger and email. Wholesale possible.

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        • On Public Transport Route

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      6. Deb Wilkinson Artist - Beach painting
        Deb Wilkinson Artist - Otter Painting
        Deb Wilkinson Artist - Landscape painting
        Deb Wilkinson Artist - Beach painting
        Deb Wilkinson Artist - Otter Painting
        Deb Wilkinson Artist - Landscape painting

        Address

        Ardhasaig, Isle of Harris, Isle of Harris, HS3 3AJ

        Telephone

        07902 356484

        Isle of Harris

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        Living and working on the beautiful Isle of Harris, my inspiration for my artwork comes from the ever changing colours of land and sea, that I capture on my adventures; re creating not only the scene but also filling my art with the wonderful emotion from the moments. So, when you support my artwork, you are truly buying a wee ‘piece of me’ too!

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      7. shop inside
        table display
        shells
        shop inside
        table display
        shells

        Address

        13 Bornish, South Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS8 5SA

        Telephone

        01878710360

        South Uist

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        Exhibition of Ceramic Glazes and other Crafts using local Hebridean materials. Also crafts for sale.

        Facilities

        Special Requirements

        • Disabled Citizens

        Add Hebridean Glazes to your Itinerary

      8. Address

        Sgoil Lionacleit, Liniclate, Isle of Benbecula, Outer Hebrides, HS7 5PJ

        Telephone

        01870 603526

        Isle of Benbecula

        Liniclate Sports Centre incorporates a swimming pool, sports centre, fitness suite, sauna and cafe.

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      9. Sporsnis entrance
        Sporsnis gym
        Sporsnis white curtained hall
        Sporsnis entrance
        Sporsnis gym
        Sporsnis white curtained hall

        Address

        Lionel, Ness, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 0XB

        Telephone

        01851 810039

        Isle of Lewis

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        Spòrsnis is a community sports centre in the North of Lewis. It hosts the Hebrides’ only 10-pin bowling alley and offers a wide range of indoor activities and sports as well as gyms, a sauna, showers and a selection of classes.

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      10. Island Arts Gallery and Coffee Shop gallery
        Island Arts Gallery and Coffee Shop workshop
        Island Arts Gallery and Coffee Shop cafe
        Island Arts Gallery and Coffee Shop gallery
        Island Arts Gallery and Coffee Shop workshop
        Island Arts Gallery and Coffee Shop cafe

        Address

        8 Balallan,, Lochs, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9PN

        Telephone

        01851 830742

        Isle of Lewis

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        “We are an oasis of good food, warmth, art and cheeriness”

        We are a gallery and coffee shop based in Balallan. Look for the Black and White signs for the Island Arts Gallery and Snacks and Tigh na Bruaich B&B. We are ¼ mile from the ‘Welcome to Baile Ailein’ sign, at the Stornoway end of village and 2 ½ mile from the Tarbet end. We are the…

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      11. Borgh Pottery plaque

        Address

        Borve, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 0RX

        Telephone

        01851 850345

        Isle of Lewis

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        Welcome to Borgh Pottery, a working studio overlooking the Atlantic ocean on the Isle of Lewis. For five decades Sue Blair has made unique ceramics interpreting the raw elements of the landscape in simple, striking forms.

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      12. Hidden Hebrides group of people sitting on top of a mountain
        Hidden Hebrides group of people standing on top of a mountain
        Hidden Hebrides mountain views
        Hidden Hebrides group of people sitting on top of a mountain
        Hidden Hebrides group of people standing on top of a mountain
        Hidden Hebrides mountain views

        Address

        Sealladh na Mara, Coll, Isle Of Lewis, Isle Of Lewis, HS2 0JR

        Telephone

        07724 150015

        Isle Of Lewis

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        Unique walking experiences in the Outer Hebrides. Our holidays and day tours allow you to explore these spectacular islands on foot and at your own pace, in the company of a friendly and knowledgeable local guide.

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      13. External view of Blamire at Harris shop
        Aquamarine Mug, Rupert Blamire at Harris shop
        Painting by Hope Blamire at Harris shop
        External view of Blamire at Harris shop
        Aquamarine Mug, Rupert Blamire at Harris shop
        Painting by Hope Blamire at Harris shop

        Address

        Main Street, Tarbert, Isle of Harris, Outer Hebrides, HS3 3DJ

        Telephone

        01179393914

        Isle of Harris

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        Art, ceramics & home-wares by Hope and Rupert Blamire.

        Facilities

        Special Requirements

        • Children Welcome
        • Families

        Facilities

        Special Requirements

        • Pets Welcome

        Add Blamire at Harris to your Itinerary

      14. Hebridean Jewellery

        Address

        63 Cromwell Street, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS1 2DD

        Telephone

        01851 702372

        Isle of Lewis

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        Hebridean Jewellery are manufacturers of sterling silver and gold jewellery from the Pictish and Celtic periods through to the new millennium range.

        This quality Scottish celtic jewellery is manufactured in the township of Iochdar by the silver sands of the North West coast on the Isle of South Uist in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland. This is…

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      15. Hebridean Soap - exterior
        Machair Flower soap
        Hebridean Soap - exterior
        Machair Flower soap

        Address

        25 Breasclete, Isle Of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9EF

        Telephone

        01851 621306

        Isle Of Lewis

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        The Hebridean Soap Company produces hand made soap in the village of Breasclete.We use traditional methods and natural ingredients to make hand crafted soaps in all shapes and sizes

         

         

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      16. Harris Tweed Isle of Harris green tweed with logo

        Address

        Caberfeidh, Tarbert, Isle of Harris, Outer Hebrides, HS3 3DJ

        Telephone

        01859 502040

        Isle of Harris

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        Harris Tweed Isle of Harris is a family-run business that specialises in the world-famous cloth known as Harris Tweed®. The family has a rich heritage of weavers that go back generations and are proud to be able to continue the family legacy combining our rich time-honoured craft with modern, contemporary influences.

        Add Harris Tweed Isle of Harris to your Itinerary

      17. Finsbay Gallery

        Address

        1 Ardvey, Finsbay, Isle of Harris, Outer Hebrides, HS3 3JG

        Telephone

        01859 530244

        Isle of Harris

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        Open Tuesday to Friday inclusive every week - appointments can be made outwith those times, just call during working hours. New work always available.

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      18. Taigh Dhonnchaidh Arts and Music Centre

        Address

        44 Habost, Isle Of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 0TG

        Telephone

        01851 810166

        Isle Of Lewis

        Awards

        • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

        Based in Ness on the Isle of Lewis, Taigh Dhonnchaidh offers musical and cultural opportunities to the youth of the area and beyond. Our aim is to preserve the local traditional music and culture for generations to come

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