Isle of Skye

Portree, Scotland · Free entry

Dramatic island scenery: the Old Man of Storr, Quiraing, Fairy Pools, Neist Point and colourful Portree harbour.

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Visiting

Opening times: Always open
How long to allow: 2-4 days
Best time to go: May-June, September
Accessibility: Mostly hiking

Getting there

Address: Portree, IV51 9EH
Parking: Pay car parks at key sites
Nearest station: Kyle of Lochalsh or Mallaig (ferry)

Places to stay near Isle of Skye

Tongadale HotelPortree · £££££ · 0.2 km away The Caledonian HotelPortree · ££££ · 0.2 km away The Royal HotelPortree · £££££ · 0.2 km away The Isles InnPortree · £££££ · 0.2 km away The Portree HotelPortree · £££ · 0.2 km away Rosedale HotelPortree · £££ · 0.3 km away

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