What to do and see in Isle of Skye, Scotland: The Best Hidden Gems Things to do

February 18, 2022 Weston Hennigan

The landscape is dramatic—even a bit moody, with the Cuillin Range in the background—but outdoorsy kids will have a blast on the Isle of Skye. Plenty of water sports are available, and you’ll also find great hiking and even pony rides. Portree, the largest town, makes a great base for exploring this striking island.
Restaurants in Isle of Skye

1. Skyeskyns

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Skyeskyns

Visitor Attraction in a beautiful location on the Waternish peninsular, Isle of Skye. We are the only working traditional tannery in Scotland and offer a tour of our workshop to see how we produce our superb quality sheepskin rugs, and hear the story of leather. Our showroom has a wide range of sheepskin rugs, products, designer knitwear, and clothing items. Accredited 5* by VisitScotland. Open 7 days per week all year round.

2. Skye Ghillie Fly Fishing and Wilderness Adventures

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Skye Ghillie Fly Fishing and Wilderness Adventures

Fly fishing for beginners and experienced anglers. Salmon, Trout, Sea trout and Sea fishing available. Deer stalking for Red and Roe. Not for you? What about a wild walk to explore Skyes abundant flora and fauna and learn about its bloody history. Wild food foraging is also a part of the wild walk. learn how to identify tasty wayside snacks and then cook them over the fire. Activities for ALL ages!

3. Bella Jane Boat Trips & AquaXplore

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Bella Jane Boat Trips & AquaXplore

Bella Jane Boat Trips and AquaXplore are 2 types of boat trip from Elgol on the Isle of Skye. The Bella Jane trips go to Loch Coruisk, the Seal colony and the Cuillin Mountains. AquaXplore offers exhilarating wildlife and sightseeing trips to the Small Isles of Canna, Rum, Eigg and Soay with regular sightings of marine wildlife such as Dolphins, Minke Whales, Basking Sharks, Puffins, Sea Eagles. All trips offer a unique "no hype" wildlife guarantee so you can be confident in what you are told about what you will see.

4. Scottish Car Tours (Isle Ornsay)

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Scottish Car Tours (Isle Ornsay)

With it's breathtaking scenery, beautiful people and wildlife I am sure you will ​enjoy your visit to Scotland. Whether you are based in Inverness or in a remote cottage on the West Coast, I can provide you with a memorable Tour tailored​ to suit your needs and budget.​ We specialise in tours to Eilean Donan Castle, the Isle of Skye, Ullapool, Gairloch, Applecross, Glenelg, Loch Ness, & more.

5. Skye Scenic Tours

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Skye Scenic Tours

Discover the beauty of the Isle of Skye in a day without the stress of driving with local knowledge and information from Donald, your local Skye guide. We offer a relaxed 9 hour small group tour of Skye, our Skye In A Day tour, at the cost of £50 per person. This tour operates daily from mid March to the beginning of November in a comfortable 8 seater minibus picking up from Uig or Portree areas on the Isle of Skye. Our Grand Tour of Skye is also a 9 hour tour costing £50 per person seating a maximum of 8 passengers. The Grand Tour is the perfect group tour for those wishing to incorporate some hiking into their day, operating from April to end of September, picking up from and dropping back at your accommodation in Portree.

6. A.C.E Target Sports

Struan Road, Portree IV51 9EG Scotland +44 7880 362320 [email protected] http://www.ace-skye.com
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A.C.E Target Sports

The target sports specialists on Skye. A.C.E provide a wide range of outdoor and indoor adventure activities suitable for families, stag and hen parties, corporate entertainment, Airsoft, Target Archery, Axe Throwing, Air Rifle Shooting, Clay Pigeon Shooting. rain or shine all year round.

Reviewed By jasmined518 - Ottawa, Canada

Clay pigeon shooting with Matt was absolutely fantastic! First time for both of us and we had an amazing time. Fun, safe, and competitive. Matt makes you feel relaxed and at ease immediately, fires kept us from freezing too too much, and we were both able to hit quite a few! Would recommend clay pigeon shooting for anyone visiting Skye - and you get to meet famous Blaze the dog too!

7. Go to St Kilda

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Go to St Kilda

Visit Scotland 5 Star Day trips to St Kilda & the inner Hebrides from Stein, Waternish on Isle of Skye. St Kilda is accredited with dual World Heritage status for wildlife and culture - one of only 29 Global sites with this status. St Kilda is home to GB's tallest sea cliffs, tallest sea stacs, one of the largest gannet colonies in Northern Europe and huge puffin colony. Wildlife sightings on our trips have included dolphins, basking sharks, minke whales, orcas and more. Also offering trips to Harris Distillery, the Shiants, Neist point, Mingulay and custom tours to your needs year round.

8. Skye Weavers

18 Fasach, Glendale IV55 8WP Scotland +44 1470 511201 http://www.skyeweavers.co.uk/
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Skye Weavers

Skye Weavers are a small weaving and sewing business based on the Hebridean Isle of Skye. On their bicycle pedal-powered loom they weave a variety of woollen products including scarves, blankets, throws and wraps. They also make tweed, which they sell as lengths and make up into garments, cushion covers, bags and accessories. Check the opening hours on the website, if you would like to watch the weavers at work and have a browse through the shop.

9. Sound of Sleat Beach

Sleat Scotland
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Sound of Sleat Beach

Reviewed By Catherinetas

The walk undulates through sheep paddocks and is wet in places, becoming quite braided and boggy once you leave the vehicle track. The beach is beautiful and in brilliant sunshine on the day we visited was reminiscent of the Aegean. Although there were numerous family groups and couples passed along the way the beach itself wasn't crowded and it was lovely enjoying a swim and a picnic before walking back to the car. Lovely on a fine day.

10. Skye History and Heritage Day Tours

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Skye History and Heritage Day Tours

NEW FOR 2016 - SOAK UP SKYE Fancy a tour around Skye which is completely different from the rest! Why not try an invigorating wild swimming adventure, in crystal clear waters, under dramatic waterfalls and in magical faerie pools. Wheather it is your first time, or you are an experienced wild swimmer, this is one unforgettable swimming experience that you will never forget. We visit five wild swimming locations spread across the breathtaking Isle of Skye. PLEASE NOTE: SOAK UP SKYE TOURS ARE EXTREMELY FUN AND VERY EXCITING! What's provided: Luxury travel (minimum 6 passengers) Wet Suit Boots Towels Warm Blankets Hot Chocolate, light snacks & refreshments To end the tour we offer a wee dram of Skye's finest Whiskey to warm up your souls. Price £45.00 pp times 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. OR WHY NOT TRY MOONLIGHT DRIVE TOUR - an evening wild swimming adventure in Skye's magical most celebrated healing pool, in beautiful turquoise waters. Times: 7:30pm to 10:00 pm. £20.00 pp. Travel with the best tour guides who are experienced and fully trained. Skye History and Heritage Day Tours, provide expertly led fully guided tours throughout the whole year that enhance your visit and appreciation of the Isle of Skye. Our exclusive itineraries give a broad in depth knowledge of Skye's interesting history and folklore. We have three day tours to choose from. Tour 1: The Clan Battles Tour Tour 2: Faeries, Myths & Legends Tour Tour 3: The Trotternish North Tour follow coastal roads and peninsulas whilst discovering Brochs and castles. Please contact us to book a tour or look out for our tour board in Somerled Square, Portree. Day tour costs - £80.00 pp (7 hours) this includes, your tour guide who is a qualified local historian, travel, all admission fees, with complimentary light snacks and refreshments. Portree Historical walking tour Why not join us for the very popular and fascinating historical walking tour of Portree, we visit places which would otherwise be missed. Your guide will show you maps and photographs throughout the tour. Costs - £5.00 pp - concessions given. Tour last for one hour running daily throughout the season.

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