Top Things to do in Isle of Barra
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The 10 Best Things to do in Isle of Barra, Scotland
Discover the best top things to do in Isle of Barra, United Kingdom including Barra Island Tours, Clearwater Paddling, Hebridean Sea Tours, Barra Bike Hire, Kisimul Castle, Buth Bharraigh, Isle of Barra Distillers, Hebridean Way, Traigh Mhor Beach, Barra Heritage & Cultural Centre.
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1. Barra Island Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 136 reviews
Let Rob or Paul take you to see Barra’s unique tiny airport, where the plane lands on Traigh Mhor (Big Beach). Barra airport is the only one in the world to have scheduled flights landing on a beach, so even if you have flown in it's a sight well worth seeing. See the abandoned village at Balnabodach, and take in the beautiful scenery and wild life that makes Barra what it is.
2. Clearwater Paddling
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By 192elliek
Booked the Wild Barra kayaking trip which was a mixture of camping and lodge based accomodation. The guides were absolutely fantastic, making sure everyone was well looked after and imparting tips to help improve paddling technique. Went for the fully catered option and was impressed with the food and how well my dietary requirements were met. The hosts were really friendly, and the location itself was beautiful, within a few minutes walk of the get terminal and village shops and cafes.
3. Hebridean Sea Tours
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5.0 based on 12 reviews
Day trips from the Isle of Barra to St Kilda and all Islands accessible from Barra.
4. Barra Bike Hire
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By annamR7435HG - London, United Kingdom
We were in Barra for a few days and decided last minute to hire bikes to cycle around. Bikes were good quality and functioned well. Given how short notice it was there was excellent availability too. Bikes in the background of my photo ;-)
5. Kisimul Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 311 reviews
Reviewed By Haggs2013
Having seen so many images of this wonderful little Castle and having had a grandmother who was a MacNeil i had to visit this little castle in the sea, family visit out in the boat to the island it runs every 30 mins a short 3 min trip out and purchase tickets in small kiosk area there is still works ongoing in the castle and a couple of areas that cannot be viewed but it is possible to experience the majority easily enough
6. Buth Bharraigh
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 55 reviews
Buth Bharraigh Ltd is a local produce shop on the Isle of Barra including local crafts, food, wholefoods, books, wool and fresh produce. Also stocks products from other nearby islands plus a range of goods from Highland Wholefoods. Buth Bharraigh also provides the following services: Tourist information, Accommodation Finding Service, Launderette, Bicycle Hire and Free WiFi. The Buth was established in 2013 to provide opportunities for islanders. It is a community owned, not-for-profit social enterprise.
Reviewed By Knittywit
This shop has tourist information, local produce, interesting foodstuffs, all sorts of craft supplies, yarn, needles, accessories, books, souvenirs, things for children, paint supplies, jewelry, stunning knitted products etc island spun wool and what not. The staff is knowledgeable, lovely and very helpful. You can get clothes washed and dried, there is bike hire and lots more. Even an area to sip a cup while hiding from the rain.
7. Isle of Barra Distillers
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4.5 based on 154 reviews
The Isle of Barra Distillers is the first distillery to open it's doors on the Isle of Barra. Sitting on the edge of the Atlantic, the sea, the air and the community all are our inspiration. A warm Barra welcome awaits as you can see where out Island spirit is made, how we produce our award winning Barra Atlantic Gin. Our Island shop is filled with our Island spirit, a selection of craft beers and our tonic of choice among other beautiful items all with a connection to Barra. You will b greeted with a warm welcome and of course a sample of our Barra Atlantic Gin is always available. We want to share our story with you, we want you to be part f our journey.
Reviewed By Happyhomefromhome - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Love everything about this online order including the shop I collected it from (Covet in Thistle St, Edinburgh).
8. Hebridean Way
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
The Hebridean Way passes through some of the most spectacular landscape in the UK. It is dual aspect, with a 156-mile long distance walking route and separate 185-mile long distance national cycle network route (NCN 780). Steeped in History, the Hebridean Way stretches along the length of the Outer Hebrides from Vatersay in the south to the Lewis in the north. The route passes through 10 Islands linked by a combination of causeways and ferries, over rugged hills and along dazzling Atlantic coastline. Whether cycling or walking, this is the place to tune into nature, leave your worries behind and enjoy!
Reviewed By bethanyhawkins3012 - Glasgow, United Kingdom
An amazing experience to come here. It's hard to believe this is Scotland. It is a white sand beach with crystal clear waters, from the pictures it looks like it could be Bora Bora. If in Barra you must come here!
9. Traigh Mhor Beach
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By MartinC209 - Sheffield, United Kingdom
This is the only commercial airport in the world where planes land and take off on the beach. We visited the airport and saw 2 flights land and one take off. Amazing. The flights come in from Glasgow and times vary from day to day as it depends on tide times. A must see if you go to the island.
10. Barra Heritage & Cultural Centre
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 78 reviews
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