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The Isle of Skye - Useful Info to Help You Plan Your Visit!
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items I've visited the Isle of Skye many times and would love to share some helpful info, links and useful products to help you have the best trip!
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Places to Visit and Things to Do
Places to Stay
The Journey to Skye
What to Pack
Reading Recommendations
Places to Visit and Things to Do
Discover the best places to visit and things to do from the ever-popular tourist attractions to hidden gems.
Overview of the best things to do on the Isle of Skye and how to get there ans get around,
Best Things to Do on Isle of Skye
The best way to see Skye is with a local guide who knows the best places that most tourist will miss. Check these local guides who offer private tours.
Best Tours by Local Guides in Isle Of Skye | ToursByLocals
Useful guide if you want to go hiking on Skye
Isle of Skye (Walkhighlands)
See the best tours to book
Isle of Skye, Inverness | Book Tickets & Tours Online - 2025 - Viator
Visit the official Isle of Skye website for lots of great info
Isle of Skye, Scotland. Guide to Accommodation & Activities
Try out sea kayaking on this guided tour
Sea Kayaking in Skye - South Skye Sea Kayak - Guided Trips and Coaching
See what's in the water below!
Scottish Highlands: Isle of Skye Glass-Bottom Boat Tour
Places to Stay
A few handpicked places to stay, especially cute ones that always draw me in, but also budget and more luxury ones, along with some general links to help you.
Check out this cute place to stay!
The Little Skye Bothy - The Little Skye Bothy
Find a place to stay in Dunvegan
The 10 best hotels in Dunvegan, Highlands - Booking.com
Find some of the best places to book in Portree (most with free cancellation)
10 Best Portree Hotels, United Kingdom (From $270) - Booking.com
Stay at an old post office! How cute is this one-bedroom cottage?
The Old Post Office, Bernisdale - Skye Accommodation Services
Planning on camping? Here are the campsites you can book on the Isle of Skye.
Campsites on the Isle of Skye in the Highland of Scotland
Struggling to find accommodation? Join this facebook group and search or post.
Rooms in Skye | Facebook
Find the best Skye hotels with customer reviews.
THE 5 BEST Cheap Hotels in Isle of Skye 2025 (with Prices)
Perfect cosy stay for couples in Dunvegan!
The Lambing Shed
2-bed apartment with views to die for!
Sea Shimmer, Portree (updated prices 2025) - Booking.com
The Journey to Skye
Going via Glenfinnan and Mallaig? Book your ferry well in advance if you're taking a vehicle. See timetable and how to book in link.
Vehicle reservations | Ticketing FAQs | Caledonian MacBrayne
Want to do the Jacobite Steam Train ride on your way to Skey but left it too late or not enough left in your budget? Do this much cheaper alternative instead!
Perfect alternative to The Jacobite Steam Train 2025
On a budget but still want to join a tour? Check out this backpacking tour from Edinburgh to Skye with a 4.8 rating.
Isle of Skye, Highlands from Edinburgh; 3-Day Budget Tour 2025
What to Pack
Useful items to pack or order for your trip to make it more comfortable and plain-sailing!
Don't go to the Highlands without this insect repellant! This is one of the most popular repellants in Scotland for the dreaded midges. Tried and tested and I don't use anything else!
Smidge That Midge Insect Repellent 75 ml.ae
Maps and guide to easy walks to do on Skye, gentle pace and family-friendly.
Isle of Skye Short Walks Made Easy
Ticks are on the rise in the Highlands so be prepared and pack a tick removal kit. This is the one that I have and I like it because of the different heads that works for different tick sizes. It's not just for dogs! I use this on myself and my famil...
NatureAqua Stainless Steel Tick Remover
Spray some repellant on when you go for a walk in the hills, glens and woods to minimisethe chance of getting ticks. (Don't panic if you do though. Just check yourself daily.)
Tick Repellent For Humans
Great walking guide for circular walks including the Quiraing, the Old Man of Storr, Coral Beach, the Point of Sleat, Waternish Forest and much more.
Isle Of Skye Walking Guidebook - OS Pathfinder Guides
Reading Recommendations
A fun one for mystery lovers and folklore fans. This guide uncovers the eerie, strange, and sometimes spooky side of Skye. Think legends, hauntings, and ancient sites! Great if you like a bit of local intrigue with your exploring.
The Guide to Mysterious Skye and Lochalsh - Books
Woolf’s modern classic, set on Skye, follows a family on holiday in a remote coastal house. Not a fast-paced or particularly deep, but it captures the mood of the island - the changing weather, family dynamics and quiet moments by the sea. A relaxing...
To the Lighthouse: Woolf & Welty - Books
A good introduction to the history, culture, and landscapes of Skye. It’s informative without being dry. Great for anyone who wants to understand the island beyond the scenery. Handy to dip into during your trip.
Skye (Pevensey Island Guides): Newton, Norman S.
The true story of Calum MacLeod, who built a road by hand on the island of Raasay, just off Skye. If an inspiring tale of quiet determination and island life is what you're after, this is it! Short, powerful and perfect if you're exploring the area o...
Calum's Road: Hutchinson, Roger: 9781841586779
Non-fiction. To understand the changes that took place from the 18th to 19th centuries and how so many Scots ended up in North America, in particular Nova Scotia, this is a great read.
The Highland Clearances: Prebble, John
Got kids with you? This one is for age 10-13. Set on Skye during the Cold War, this adventure story follows a boy caught up in a secret spy mission. With lots of it’s a great pick for young readers that like mystery and a bit of danger.
Amazon.com: The Hill of the Red Fox (Kelpies)
For the little ones! Buy it when you're there or get it before to get the young ones into the mood. Katie lives on a fictional island on the Scottish West Coast and the books portray her life with fun stories and fabulous illustrations. These were a ...
Katie Morag Books
A romantic novel told through letters, starting on Skye and spanning two world wars. It’s atmospheric, emotional, and easy to get lost in - ideal for a quiet evening read.
Letters from Skye: A Novel by Jessica Brockmole