Top Things to do in Isle of Lewis
The 10 Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Isle of Lewis, Scotland
A visit to the Isle of Lewis is like stepping into the pages of a Scottish fairy tale. Everywhere you look, medieval structures remind you of the island’s remarkable history. The legendary Callanish Standing Stones poke up from the ground like a strange and massive stone city. The Blackhouse, the Shawbost Norse Mill and Kiln, and the Carloway Broch all offer insight into what life on Lewis used to look like. Cheerful Stornoway boasts a charming, colorful harbor and several lovely restaurants and pubs.
Restaurants in Isle of Lewis
1. Dave's Hebridean Archaeological Tours
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5.0 based on 78 reviews
Personal Guided tours of Lewis and Harris for the Single Traveller, Couple, Family or Group of Friends Max 6 People. Tours are conducted by a resident Archaeologist/Guide in a Land Rover Defender 110. Pick up point & drop off point by arrangement from Accommodation, Airport, Ferry or Yacht. The Itinerary for Your customised tour is based upon Your personal interests and fitness. (sorry no pets)
2. Uig Museum
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5.0 based on 13 reviews
3. HEB360
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5.0 based on 23 reviews
Tailored private tours of the Hebrides with your own personal driver. Your own private vehicle for the whole tour. Experience the Hebrides you have always dreamed about with our local, knowledgeable island born and based guides/drivers. Long, white sandy beaches, Harris Tweed, historical sites, Peter May novels and local sport all covered in our bespoke tours.
4. Hebridean Soap Company
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5.0 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By kathleendV6097DX - Calgary, Canada
This is an amazing little shop that is well worth the detour to reach it! The owner and staff are fantastic and truly enjoy what they do and it shows in their products. We were warmly greeted, the smell of the shop was heavenly and she had samples out that you could smell...We received an impromptu tour of the soap-making facility (which was fascinating), were greeted by their lovely whippet puppy (official greeter), and enjoyed perusing the shop and all of it's lovely soap products! We bought quite a bundle and the soaps are fabulous! Loverly lather, fragrance and they last. While you can buy these soaps in several of the museums around the island, I highly recommend that you take time to stop at the shop itself! It's worth it!! :)
5. Hebridean Isle Tours
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5.0 based on 29 reviews
We are a small family run local tour business located in Stornoway on the Isle Of Lewis. At Hebridean Isle Tours we run 3 tours, one of the Isle of Lewis, one of the Isle of Harris and one to Uig and Great Bernera, each tour is priced at £70 per person, payable on the day. We also take you places off the beaten track, giving you the best opportunity to explore the island. Hugh, your guide, will share with you his local knowledge and also some of the local traditions whilst you sit back and relax. Although the seasons and scenery change throughout the year the beauty remains, we are here to meet you from your accommodation, from the ferry terminal or collection from the airport if it’s a flying visit. So just sit back, relax, have a laugh and get the ‘craic’.
6. An Lanntair Gallery
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4.5 based on 243 reviews
Reviewed By JillG411 - London, United Kingdom
This may only be a small museum, but I loved all the activities and films that went alongside the displays. All of Harris and Lewis life was represented here, from films in Gaelic to exhibits on tradtional jobs and crafts. Local people had been interviewed on different aspects of culture in the Outer Hebrides and their responses were shown in film clips, which I found fascinating. I loved the film explanation of the Lewis chessmen and the exhibit of some chessmen. I have decided to go to the British Museum and see some more of them based on this visit! There was a game about trying to work out what the Gaelic placename was in English to help the postman deliver his letters- good for the young and not so young! The exhibitions are housed in a modern, airy building with a long corridor showing views of the sea - and a coffee shop to recover from the showers. All in all, a very pleasant visit.
7. Morven Gallery
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4.5 based on 109 reviews
8. The Good Food Boutique
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4.5 based on 35 reviews
9. Gearannan Blackhouse Village
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4.5 based on 566 reviews
Reviewed By paultJesmondUK
Small community of crofting houses locate on a bay someway out of Stornaway.Life as it was lived until quite recently on the island.Well worth a visit to soak in the atmosphere.
10. Museum nan Eilean
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4.5 based on 158 reviews
Enjoy a beautiful new museum set in the stunning Castle Grounds in Stornoway. Discover the distinctiveness of the Outer Hebrides, shaped by a unique combination of land, sea and people, and view our islands as never before in a wrap-around audio-visual presentation. Hear from islanders in a series of videos and audio interviews about the Gaelic language, work, religion, emigration and community. Youngsters can dress up to perform various island jobs, learn some Gaelic, and enjoy imaginative activities.
Reviewed By Sujata410 - Columbia, United States
This is small museum by most standards, yet it is so full of fun exhibits and helpful staff that I would recommend it as worth visiting. The museum has the Lewis Chessmen plus other interesting artifacts related to the Hebrides. Nice little gift shop and cafe on the premises as well.
