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Things to see and do in the Outer Hebrides

Journey 30 miles off the west coast of Scotland and explore the Outer Hebrides, an idyllic island chain with plenty things to see and do to keep you entertained. While you island hop around this stunningly beautiful part of the world, you can uncover your ancestry and the fascinating history of the region at one of many historical sites, check out the thrilling local bird and marine wildlife and witness the thriving arts and culture in the town shops, galleries and studios.

Activities & sports

Find activities and sports in the Outer Hebrides to enjoy during your stay, with a selection of activities available on land and water.

Sea kayaking on the Isle of Barra

Attractions

Find and visit some of the great attractions in the Outer Hebrides including museums, galleries, art centres, historic sites and other fascinating visitor centres.

Calanais Standing Stones, Isle of Lewis

Food & drink

Find restaurants, cafes, shops and other food & drink attractions in the Outer Hebrides - renowned for its high quality produce of smoked fish, shellfish and local beef and lamb.

Sign for the Hebridean Smokehouse, North Uist

Golf

Search through the great offering of golf courses in the Outer Hebrides and find the perfect venue for a memorable round.

Golfers at the Isle of Harris Golf Club, Scarista, Isle of Harris

Islands

Find and explore all of the islands of the Outer Hebrides and the attractions and activities they all offer. Plan an island hopping break around the islands to see wildlife, amazing scenery and fascinating historic sites.

Beach near Bornish, west coast of South Uist

Museums & galleries

Find museums, galleries & exhibitions in the Outer Hebrides which display key local artefacts and tell the story of these islands of Celtic and Norse influence that have been inhabited for over 6,000 years.

The Blackhouse Museum, Arnol, Isle of Lewis

Nature reserves

Find and visit one of the wildlife attractions in the Outer Hebrides, where there is always the possibility of a thrilling wildlife encounter.

A seal in Loch Flodabay, Isle of Harris

Tours

Find and choose from a range of different tour operators in the Outer Hebrides and let local experts fill you in on the secrets of this fascinating region.

Hamish Taylor's Scenic Cruises leaving Flodabay, Isle of Harris

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The ruins of Dun Carloway Broch, Isle of Lewis

Ancient standing stones

The Outer Hebrides have been inhabited for 6,000 years and many historical sites and standing stones tell of an intriguing past.

Merida, Brave's heroine

Bringing Brave to life

Bring Brave to life across the Outer Hebrides and uncover some amazing attractions.

Looking over to the CalMac ferry at Tarbert pier, South Harris

Hebridean hopping

You can explore the Outer Hebrides easily by boat, so why not discover what all the islands have to offer?

The family tree of Mrs Chris Lawson on display at the Seallam! Visitor Centre, Northton, Isle of Harris

Ancestry in the Outer Hebrides

Make it the trip of a lifetime and explore your ancestry as you journey round the Outer Hebrides.

The Vatersay Boys, a ceilidh band, performing on the Isle of Berneray

Harris Tweed and arts

The Outer Hebrides is a source of inspiration for artists whose work can be viewed in town shops, galleries and studios.

A man wildlife watching at Rubha Ardvule, South Uist

Marine life to machair

The Outer Hebrides offer some thrilling wildlife encounters with birdlife and some amazing marine life off the coast.

Two cyclists sitting outside their tent while camping on Horgabost beach on the Isle of Harris

World-class surfing

The Outer Hebrides offers a wide range of sporting activities from surfing and diving to climbing and fishing.

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