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Visiting Isle of Skye, United Kingdom


The brooding Cuillin Range creates a moody backdrop for visits to the largest of the Western Isles. Hiking and climbing the Cuillins and the Sleat Peninsula are major reasons to visit, and the island has an exhilarating array of water sports on offer. Over 9000 people live on this striking island, and travelers can visit craft shops, quaint museums and Talisker Distillery. The largest town of Portree offers a picturesque, colorful harbor, an abundance of accommodations and a slew of restaurants.

Traveller Advice on Isle of Skye

196 Hotels & Accommodations

25 Things to Do

34 Restaurants

Before You Go

Weather

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Monthly Averages
Month
High
Low
Nov
47°F 8°C
42°F 5°C
Dec
44°F 6°C
39°F 3°C
Jan
43°F 6°C
38°F 3°C
Feb
43°F 6°C
37°F 2°C
Mar
45°F 7°C
38°F 3°C
Apr
49°F 9°C
41°F 5°C
Extended Forecast
Sunday
8 Nov
Hi:
51°F 10°C
Lo:
41°F 5°C
Monday
9 Nov
Hi:
50°F 10°C
Lo:
44°F 6°C
Tuesday
10 Nov
Hi:
50°F 10°C
Lo:
39°F 3°C

Reviews you can trust

Dalriada Guest House

5 of 5 stars
Munich
7 Nov 2009

It was very easy to find Dalriada B&B near Portree. I rang the door bell, a man almost as big as the smile on his face opened, "Hi, I'm Duncan - come in. Need help with the suitcases?" They were...more

Ben Tianavaig Bed & Breakfast

7 Nov 2009

My wife and I spent 3 days this June in the warm, hospitable hands of Bill & Charlotte. We were greeted at the front door, helped with our bags and given a quick rundown of the facilities and how...more

The Lower Deck

3 of 5 stars
Ottawa, Canada
7 Nov 2009

We had a nice meal at The Lower Deck in Portree. It is a small, popular place with good basic food, nothing fancy. There was only one server but she was very friendly and somehow managed to keep...more

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