The 8 Best Lighthouses in The Hebrides, Scotland

August 23, 2021 Deane Carmody

This beautiful archipelago, where Scottish Gaelic is still spoken, is divided into the Inner and Outer Hebrides and stretches the length of Scotland's west coast. The most visited and largest of the Western Isles is the brooding Isle of Skye, a short ferry ride or bridge away from the mainland. Islay, home to prolific whisky production, is another gem. Highlights of the less visited Outer Isles include stark Lewis and the town of Stornoway, rugged Harris, with sandy beaches and tranquil Barra.
Restaurants in The Hebrides

1. Butt of Lewis Lighthouse

Scotland http://www.nlb.org.uk/LighthouseLibrary/Lighthouse/Butt-of-Lewis
Excellent
52%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 483 reviews

Butt of Lewis Lighthouse

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.

2. Isle of Scalpay Lighthouse

Scotland
Excellent
62%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 74 reviews

Isle of Scalpay Lighthouse

Reviewed By 328stephenk - Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

I would highly recommend visiting this lighthouse, which has so much history. The journey itself to Scalpay is really memorable with beautiful scenery along a route with passing places. There is a small car park with spaces for around 5 cars. From there, there is a 2km walk to the lighthouse. The path was a little boggy in places, however we really enjoyed watching the lighthouse getting ever closer. On arrival you can see a small jetty and lighthouse cottages. The tea and coffee facilities were really appreciated. There is an honesty box to offer a donation and purchase guidebooks and maps. Really interesting architecture and certainly well worth a visit.

3. Harbor

Portnahaven Scotland http://www.islayinfo.com/portnahaven.html
Excellent
67%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 12 reviews

Harbor

Reviewed By JC0453 - Devon, United Kingdom

The village is very picturesque too. If you're lucky, you can see some seals basking on the rocks and fishing for their lunch.

4. Loch Indaal

Port Charlotte Scotland https://www.islayinfo.com/lochindaal.html
Excellent
40%
Good
60%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 5 reviews

Loch Indaal

5. Tiumpan Head Lighthouse

Eye Peninsula, Stornoway ST1 Scotland +44 7437 019301 http://www.visitouterhebrides.co.uk/see-and-do/tiumpan-head-p523571
Excellent
32%
Good
47%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 98 reviews

Tiumpan Head Lighthouse

6. Rhinns of Islay Lighthouse

Scotland
Excellent
0%
Good
100%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 1 reviews

Rhinns of Islay Lighthouse

7. Rhinns of Islay Lighthouse

Portnahaven Scotland
Excellent
20%
Good
80%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 5 reviews

Rhinns of Islay Lighthouse

8. Carraig Fhada Lighthouse

Port Ellen PA42 7AX Scotland
Excellent
0%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
67%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 3 reviews

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