Location: Portree
Top Things to do in Portree
The 10 Best Free Things to do in Portree, Scotland
Portree (Scottish Gaelic: Port Rìgh, pronounced [pʰɔrˠʃt̪ˈtʰɾiː]) is the largest town on Skye in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland. It is the location for the only secondary school on the island, Portree High School. Public transport services are limited to buses.
Restaurants in Portree
1. Quiraing
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2,779 reviews
These unique rock formations are a popular destination for hikers and climbers.
Reviewed By Gordi05 - Glasgow, United Kingdom
This area has appeared in many films an TV series, and when you see the view you can understand why. The area is easily reached, there’s a pay car park and a short walk to reach a viewpoint with stunning views (weather permitting) You can walk further if you’ve got the kit for walking in the Scottish Highlands.
2. The Isle of Skye Soap Company
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By Gran7
What wonderful smells greet you as you enter this lovely shop. The shopkeeper is so welcoming and full of information. I bought a very unique fish cork trivet as well as soaps. Great prices. Fun items to remember our visit to Skye
3. Skye Batiks
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 96 reviews
A multi-award winning shop providing inspiration for those who seek the bright, bold and offbeat. Imagine a place where colourful Celtic batiks and gorgeous hand loomed cottons combine to grab your attention and a shopping experience like no other. We design and make our own stunning and unique pieces - waxing lyrical since 1987 and still loving what we do!
4. Portree VisitScotland iCentre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 395 reviews
The centre is open all year so call in and speak to our friendly, knowledgeable staff. They will be happy to advise you on walks, tours, local attractions and outstanding scenery to help make the most out of your visit to the magical Isle of Skye a memorable one. We can book tickets for National Express, Citylink coaches and Caledonian ferries, as well as local boat trips from Portree. We also offer an accommodation booking service and have a large selection of traditional gifts, books and maps on sale within the centre.
Reviewed By Lovell83 - Didcot, United Kingdom
Really helpful staff, explained everything very clearly and had lots of information to hand. We picked up a map of the Scorrybreac circuit from here.
5. Tippecanoe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Bursting with bright ideas for gifts and souvenirs.Tippecanoe is centrally placed on the main street in Portree the bustling, picturesque 'capital' of Skye. We are open all year round providing a fun shopping experience for all ages. A wide range of carefully chosen prints, books, jewellery, candles, ceramics and cuddly toys....many locally made, many handmade in Scotland or fairly traded from around the world. Friendly service with a big smile too :-)
Reviewed By EdinburghGreenpea
I always try to buy a piece of art every time I go away but it’s usually something small, a print of about £20-£30 but I had worked hard throughout lockdown and decided to treat myself. It was going to be a piece of jewellery until I saw some art work I loved in Skye (Portree) . I had visited a couple of shops in the town, one of which I saw art I loved but disliked the way I heard the staff speaking to customers and the fact the art was sold as limited but not signed or numbered. I went to Tippecanoe and saw the same artist’s work but signed and numbered and also fully framed. The woman who served me was so chatty and friendly and absolutely understood that this was a big purchase for me. She was attentive to other customers while I was taking up her time. I found the shop inviting, the staff very friendly and the stock was extensive. I’d definitely go back and definitely recommend it to friends and family if they are ever in Skye
6. The Lump
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 48 reviews
Reviewed By WeeYinster
Don't follow Google maps to get to the Lump. Instead walk towards RBS and the minor hospital. There's a gate and path to your left which you follow We went the long way around the cliff first which is a small path. It is a hidden gem in Portree with lovely views around.
7. Skyeworks Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
Wonderful natural light gallery and gift shop representing Isle of Skye artists and maker. The gallery also houses boutique, independent label clothing, Harris tweed, silver jewellery and much more. It is above The Isle of Skye Baking Company, so it is recommended to visit for coffee and cake, a light lunch and some deli shopping combined with allowing time for Skyeworks Gallery.
8. Cuillin Crafts
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
We are a friendly local shop showcasing our own Skye marble jewellery and the work of many local crafters.We also have a wide range of sterling silver, contemporary and celtic jewellery, fashion jewellery, Scottish gifts and Fairyglen soaps & bath products
9. Lealt Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By Rcbccca - Glasgow, United Kingdom
We hadn’t planned on stopping here but so glad we did! There was a lay-by with free parking and we had walked up the top but the best view is from the platform which is quite new. We stopped here between climbing the old man of storr and kilt rock, it was lovely and better than mealt falls.
10. Scorrybreac circuit
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By coh8 - Glasgow, United Kingdom
First time in several years on this great path - avoided my son's soft-play session. Can start from various points (Cuillin Hills Hotel, Achachork and Portree town centre) and enjoy it at your leisure. Wet winter has made some parts very muddy. Best part for me is the climb up to the top. Great views and photo opportunities throughout. Per previous reviews, better signposting would be great.
