Destination Guide

Hebrides

Tourist Information

Things to see and do & Hotels in the Hebrides, North West Scotland

The Hebrides are located in the North West of Scotland and include both the Inner and Outer Hebrides.

Inner Hebrides
The Inner Hebrides, a stunning archipelago off the west coast of Scotland, offer a rich tapestry of experiences combining natural beauty, history, and culture. The islands are renowned for their dramatic landscapes, including rugged mountains, rolling hills, and pristine beaches. Iconic natural landmarks like the Fairy Pools, the Quiraing, and the Paps of Jura provide some of the most breathtaking views and hiking opportunities in Scotland. Wildlife enthusiasts can enjoy the diverse fauna, with chances to spot seals, dolphins, whales, and a variety of bird species, including puffins and eagles.

Whisky lovers will find the Inner Hebrides to be a paradise, with world-famous distilleries on Islay, Skye, and Jura offering tours and tastings of their distinctive single malts. These distilleries, such as Laphroaig, Talisker, and Jura, are integral to the islands' cultural identity.

Top attractions in the Inner Hebrides include:

Fairy Pools (Isle of Skye)
Talisker Distillery (Isle of Skye)
Duart Castle (Isle of Mull)
Staffa and Fingal's Cave (Isle of Mull)
Kildalton Cross (Isle of Islay)
Paps of Jura (Isle of Jura)
Achamore Gardens (Isle of Gigha)

Outer Hebrides
The Outer Hebrides, also known as the Western Isles, are a remote and captivating chain of islands off Scotland's northwest coast. These islands are renowned for their rugged natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and a sense of tranquillity that is hard to find elsewhere. The landscape of the Outer Hebrides is marked by vast moorlands, dramatic cliffs, and some of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

Top attractions in the Outer Hebrides include:
Calanais Standing Stones (Isle of Lewis)
Luskentyre Beach (Isle of Harris)
Gearrannan Blackhouse Village (Isle of Lewis)
Harris Tweed Weavers (Isle of Harris)
Harris Gin Distillery (Isle of Harris)
Uig Sands (Isle of Lewis)