Top Things to do in Isle of Lewis
Top 10 Tours 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. Day Tours of Lewis
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
The Island is an open air museum, you can walk among artifacts that are thousands of years old, touch ancient monuments 5,000 years old, go inside 200 year old houses. You can really feel the history of these unique Islands on this tour.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Lunch
2. Day Tours of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides
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5.0 based on 10 reviews
Small group tours, uncrowded and informative. also - Book the bus for your own private tour and travel at your own pace. Personalised itineraries if requested. See some of the most amazing sites on the Isle of Lewis and Harris. Tours can extend to the Isle of Skye. Airport transfers also available. Pickup and drop off from your accommodation. Bespoke and customised tours. The tour has a maximum of 8 seats so booking is advised...book the bus privately if you wish. A List of attractions visited is for guidance only as times may vary depending on the group.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By MBGoGo
Being on Lewis during the brisk off-season was my goal. Un-crowded and tranquil, this tour of the island was personal and filled with historical information, good stories, and a peek into the life of a very important part of Scottish life. The scenery is breathtaking. The variety in the landscape from peat fields to snow-capped mountains, rugged rocky ground to sand beaches, viking longhouses to modern stone rock houses, was thrilling. The weather changed from moment to moment! Truly! A windy sunny half hour became a quick hail storm until the sun came out again ten minutes later and the air was fresh and brisk again with a breath of spring. The environment is dramatic. Just gorgeous. St Clemons church is not to be missed. Annie was an excellent guide, personable and fun, and was able to show me a few extra sights because we made good time. Her love of the place and her interest in sharing its history was a privilege to see.
3. Private Tours of Lewis and Harris in the Outer Hebrides
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
This is a private tour, which would give a unique and comprehensive insight into life in the Outer Hebrides, driven by a local, tour guide. Duration and departure time can be varied. Itinerary designed to suit your needs. Attractions and duration times listed are for guidance only. Tours can be custom designed around your interests. Private tours can be longer, can go anywhere. Duration can be longer or shorter to suit your needs. Prices can be negotiated.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
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Reviewed By ThirskJohn
Having visited the island a few times before, my partner and myself were taken on a day tour of Lewis by 'Annie' our tour guide, collected from our accommodation and driven around with a full commentary all day including some stops where she escorted us around attractions such as Black-houses and Shielings, she explained not only the history but also detailed information about there uses and how families lived or sheltered in such housing. She was very informative and having been born and lived on the island all her life had immense knowledge of the area and people making it a unique and priceless tour in which you will not match anywhere else on the island. The tour covered not only the regular tourist attractions and some you would not normally find or have heard of but also the history of the island and it's produce such as locally produced food, drink and clothing. This tour is a must for every visitor to the island, dont think you can self guide yourself as you will miss out on so much history and information - this tour really does make your holiday and we fully recommend it.
4. 6-Day Outer Hebrides and Isle of Skye Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh
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5.0 based on 38 reviews
Explore Scotland’s Outer Hebrides and the Isle of Skye on a 6-day tour from Edinburgh and discover the islands’ enchanting scenery, history and people! Windswept and rugged, the region comprises a string of beautiful islands, the largest being the isles of Lewis and Harris, both of which are visited on the tour. See historical sites including the Callanish Stones and Dun Carloway Broch; incredible scenery at the Butt of Lewis and Bhaltos; and sites such as Dunvegan Castle and Glendale Castle on the Isle of Skye. The experience includes your choice of guesthouse or hotel accommodation in Ullapool, Stornaway in the Outer Hebrides and Portree on the Isle of Skye. Discover Scotland's most beautiful landscapes on this tour to the Outer Hebrides and Skye.
Inclusions: Transport by top of the range 16-seat Mercedes minicoach, Driver/guide, Round-trip ferry transport to the Outer Hebrides and Isle of Skye, 5 nights en-suite accommodation with breakfast
Exclusions: Meals and refreshments, Admission fees, Gratuities
Reviewed By 464kathyi
Just returned from a lovely trip to the beautiful city of Edinburgh, can't wait to go back ???? During my stay I booked two 1 day tours with Rabbis. Firstly a huge thank you for running the tours with just the 2 of us, our stay had been planned around these days out so very grateful they went ahead. The Outlander tour with Lizzie was amazing as was Lizzie, she went out of her way to ensure we had a great day even though the weather was a bit liquidy! She was extremely knowledgeable about the Outlander series/locations and Scottish history in general, many thanks Lizzie. Our second tour was to St Andrews and the fishing villages of Fife with David who was fab, he was extremely helpful, flexible, knowledgeable and had a great sense of humour. The villages were beautiful and St Andrews was stunning, we were also fortunate enough to have lovely sunny weather. I would highly recommend both tours and guides! Kathy ☀️☔????
5. 5-Day Outer Hebrides & the Scottish Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh
Experience the timeless traditions and brilliant beauty of the Outer Hebrides and the Highlands on a 5-day tour from Edinburgh and discover the Highlands and Islands' enchanting scenery, fascinating history and people. See historical sites including Callanish Standing Stones, Arnol Blackhouse and Scone Palace. The experience includes your an excellent choice of guesthouse (B&B) or 3-star Hotel accommodation in Ullapool, Stornoway and Inverness.
Inclusions: Transport by top of the range 16-seat Mercedes minicoach, Driver/guide, Round-trip ferry transport to the Outer Hebrides, 4 nights en-suite accommodation with breakfast
Exclusions: Meals and refreshments, Admission fees, Gratuities
Reviewed By 464kathyi
Just returned from a lovely trip to the beautiful city of Edinburgh, can't wait to go back ???? During my stay I booked two 1 day tours with Rabbis. Firstly a huge thank you for running the tours with just the 2 of us, our stay had been planned around these days out so very grateful they went ahead. The Outlander tour with Lizzie was amazing as was Lizzie, she went out of her way to ensure we had a great day even though the weather was a bit liquidy! She was extremely knowledgeable about the Outlander series/locations and Scottish history in general, many thanks Lizzie. Our second tour was to St Andrews and the fishing villages of Fife with David who was fab, he was extremely helpful, flexible, knowledgeable and had a great sense of humour. The villages were beautiful and St Andrews was stunning, we were also fortunate enough to have lovely sunny weather. I would highly recommend both tours and guides! Kathy ☀️☔????
6. Day Tour of Harris
Very personal, friendly tour. Moving at your pace, taking time for photos along the way. Small group tours so never over crowded. Flexibility to go off route if you want to see a particular place.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Admissions to attractions and food.
Reviewed By Diane M
Spent 5 days touring the Outer Hebrides. What a glorious place. The scenery is spectacular and the people warm and friendly. I broke a tooth over the weekend and on monday morning presented myself at a dentist on the Isle of Benbecula who straight away repaired it . Well done Mr Jolly. On a tour round the Isle of Barra we were lucky to see the only scheduled flight land on the beach. The official runway. The island itself is very pretty and the beaches spectacular. If you want shops etc don,t go, but you will be missing the most wonderful experience.
7. Harris Tweed Weavers Tour in Scottland
Meet authentic gaelic speaking local people from the western isles and discover the culture and living experiences of these unique people.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, All Fees and Taxes
8. Cultural & Weavers Tours of Lewis and Harris in the Outer Hebrides
An introduction to the Harris tweed industry by a local Gaelic speaking Harris tweed expert. Meet the weavers at the loom and experience the entire process from spinning to weaving.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation
Exclusions: Gratuities, Coffee and/or Tea
9. The best of Callanish walking tour
Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. What stories and legends are told about the Calanais Standing Stones? You will have a chance to explore the city, while hearing fascinating facts and legends. You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings and corners of Callanish. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. Perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time and want to get the most of it!
Inclusions: Local Professional Guide
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10. Magic Christmas tour in Callanish
The exclusive tour only in the Christmas period! This special time brings magic in Callanish. Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most beautifully decorated places in Callanish. You will feel spellbound with the charming atmosphere, which you can feel only this time of the year! What is the story of the Christmas tree? Who was the first to decorate it in the world? What magical things can happen during the Christmas period? Have you heard about Christmas spells? You will hear miraculous Christmas legends about Callanish. You will visit the cosy Christmas tree. What makes it so popular? What local products must taste at Christmas? Fill your heart with the joy and experience magic of Callanish.
Inclusions: Local Professional Guide
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