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Image: Dun Carloway Broch, Outer Hebrides
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Lewis and Harris
Off the west coast of Scotland, the Isle of Lewis and Isle of Harris form the main island in the Outer Hebrides. With dramatic landscapes, a unique Gaelic culture and fascinating history, Lewis and Harris are a great place to start your Hebridean adventure. You will be blown away by wild mountains, immense white beaches, rugged coastlines and lunar landscapes.
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Travel to and around Lewis and Harris
Travel tip: Communities in Lewis and Harris follow a strong religious observance on Sundays, meaning that most shops and businesses are closed on that day.
Getting to
Ferry
Daily car ferries operated by Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac) run from Ullapool on the mainland to Stornoway, the main town of Lewis and Harris. The port of Tarbert on Harris is linked to Uig on the Isle of Skye by daily ferries.
Plan your ferry journey with the CalMac website
All you need to know about ferry travel in the Outer Hebrides
There are numerous marinas in the Outer Hebrides, so why not travel by boat?
Flying
If you want to fly, the island's airport lies just a few miles from the town centre, with regular flights with Loganair arriving and departing from Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Inverness, and Benbecula.
Getting around
Bus and coach
The local council provides a good bus service between Mondays and Saturday, connecting Stornoway with many of the island's other settlements.
Driving
The roads of Lewis and Harris are generally quiet and many of them are single track, with plenty of passing places.

Traigh Iar Beach Near Horgabost, Isle Of Harris
Places to stay
Find your perfect accommodation on Lewis and Harris, with a variety of hotels, B&Bs, self-catering, camping and more right across the Outer Hebridean island.
A tip from your local expert

VisitScotland Information Centre
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Help and advice
You can also get advice from our accredited iKnow partners, with excellent local expertise, travel advice and insider tips about must-see attractions and great accommodation in the local area.
Find our iKnow Partners in this areaStornoway harbour
Food and drink ideas
Get a flavour of the islands with world-class seafood, Stonorway Black pudding and award-winning gin.
Map of Lewis and Harris
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The Lewis Chessmen in Lews Castle Museum, Isle of Lewis
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Things to do
Visit historic sites, places of incredible beauty and great cultural attractions on Lewis and Harris and be enchanted by the wonders of the Outer Hebrides.
Harris Tweed
Unique experiences
Learn more about Gaelic culture, book a hands-on experience or delve into the textile history of the island.
Butt of Lewis Lighthouse
Tours, routes and trails
Check out our ideas for ways to explore the wild and beautiful landscapes of Lewis and Harris.
Hebridean Celtic Festival, Isle of Lewis
© Hebridean Celtic Festival / Colin Cameron
What's on
Plan your perfect trip and find out the latest events and festivals taking place across Lewis and Harris
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