Top Things to do in Isle of Lewis
Top 10 Hidden Gems Things to do 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. Hebrides Fish 'n' Trips
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5.0 based on 115 reviews
Hebrides Fish 'n' Trips is the dedicated provider of affordable private boat charters for couples and families \ groups of up to 3 people. Trips of 2-4 hours explore the rugged East coast of the Isle of Lewis with some of the best wildlife and fishing in Europe. Each trip is shaped around the client's wants, with flexible departure times and pick-up points. A new boat for 2019 will further enhance passenger comfort. Fish 'n' Trips was the first wildlife business in the Hebrides to be endorsed by Scottish Natural Heritage and the RSPB to feed the rare White Tailed Sea Eagles, allowing passengers to see and photograph these impressive birds of prey at close range. An experience not to be missed!
2. Surf Lewis
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5.0 based on 59 reviews
SurfLewis & Harris offer Surfing, Stand Up Paddleboarding Open Water Swimming and Snorkelling lessons throughout the Isles of Lewis and Harris.
3. Out and About Tours
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5.0 based on 62 reviews
If you are planning to pay a short visit to Lewis and Harris, a customized day tours would be the ideal way to see more of these beautiful islands.Out And About Tours can put together itineraries that provide opportunities to see all the highlights of both islands, although we would strongly recommend that you allow at least 2-3 days for your visit in order to see all that our islands have to offer.
4. 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)
5. Islands of Adventure
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5.0 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By Nomad274291
Just spent a fantastic couple of hours out on the water around Bernera. Neil was a great host, full of local knowledge and amusing stories. Saw plenty of seabirds, inquisitive seals and a far away sea eagle. Also got to land and have a look around a superb little beach on Little Bernera. All this and coffee and biscuits too! Would recommend and will rebook next time we're on the islands
6. Traigh Bhostadh (Bosta Beach)
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5.0 based on 118 reviews
Reviewed By nethycurl - Nethy Bridge, United Kingdom
There are many wonderful beaches in the Western Isles. The island of Lewis and Harris is home to many. Bosta beach is not nearly the largest, but is one of the loveliest, and has the added attractions of a Time and Tide Bell and the nearby attraction of a reconstructed Iron Age House.
7. Butt of Lewis Lighthouse
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4.5 based on 483 reviews
Reviewed By PatriciaBremner - Gryon, Switzerland
This was a spectacular visit and well worth the drive to reach it. The coastline is amazing and full of bird life and the cliffs and rocks are breathtaking. If traveling with children it is worth noting that this is a dangerous location and children should not be allowed to run around unsupervised because of the easy access to cliff tops and steep falls.
8. Carloway Broch
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4.5 based on 501 reviews
Reviewed By 788cissac - Glasgow, United Kingdom
The best conserved Broch in Scotland, definitely worth seeing as it's more than just ruins. Short walk up a hill and toilets in the visitor center.
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. The Blackhouse, Arnol
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4.5 based on 572 reviews
This site is closed for now. We’re working hard to gradually reopen the places you love while making sure the experience is safe for everyone. Gain a unique insight into island life at no. 42 Arnol. This traditional, fully furnished thatched house once sheltered a family and its animals under the same roof. The ruined blackhouse at no. 39 can also be seen, together with the 1920s ‘white house’ that replaced it. White houses – in which a wall separated byre and dwelling – replaced many blackhouses around this time. Gaelic-speaking members of staff are usually on hand to answer queries about the crofting life on Lewis. Smell the peat smoke – even today the fire at the heart of the blackhouse is never allowed to go out. Peek inside the cosy box-beds in the bedroom, still complete with their original fabrics and furnishings. See the byre just as it was left in 1966, only without the cows.
Reviewed By alisonj231 - York, United Kingdom
Beautifully restored traditional stone houses, lots of information and early Harris tweed looms in show. Loved it the best thing we visited on our holiday. Cracking location and we also had a nice scenic amble up the hillside which is full of wild flowers.
