Top 10 things to do on the Isle of Skye

We loved our trek up the rocky road to view the Fairy pools in all their splendour. Every corner turned revealed a more stunning view of clear turquoise water or a powerful waterfall. Our 7 year old actually believed that the fairies live there!

To think that 165 million years ago dinosaurs roamed this beach and left behind a memorable mark for us today is quite something. They were ornithipods which walked on two legs and made Skye known as the Dinosaur Isle.

Standing at 2,359 feet and 160 feet in height, the old man of storr is steeped in myth and legend which a number of stories traded regarding its origin. Some would have you believe it was an old man and woman who, fleeing from giants turned around and looked at them, which turned them to stone. Others tell you it is a giant who was buried with his thumb and finger sticking up out of the ground. Whatever the truth, they certainly love their giants on Skye.

Experience the breathtaking views and waterfalls from a viewing platform designed to give your eyes a treat on the road between Portree and Staffin. Many see the pleats of a kilt in the vertical basalt columns and whatever you see, you’ll agree it is simply stunning.

To get envious views of Skye and the islands beyond on a fair day, take yourself off to where Danny McAskill learned his bike tricks.

After a long day out discovering all of these breathtaking views and working up an appetite you would be hard pushed to find a fresher fish supper. The kids tucked in as if it was a feast at the kings banquet….oh and don’t forget the pickled onions.

Situated in the west coast, just one mile from Dunvegan, the castle is the seat of the MacLeod’s and the oldest continuously inhabited castle in Scotland with stunning gardens, lochside views and historical clan tales and artefacts there’s something for every age and taste.

Granted it can be blustery but there’s nothing like blowing away the cobwebs on the beach at Glenbrittle. Alternatively, take your kite with you and enjoy in the shadow of the Cuillins.

You’d be forgiven for expecting the tellytubbies to come around the corner at any turn in this fantastical world where fairies are believed to live. Full of charm, expectation and magical sentiment – a truly beautiful landscape to explore.

Now here’s a secret find for you….Inga’s sweet shop! Full of old school favourites, traditional and continental chocolates, you’ll put on pounds just walking through the door. We opted for the Fudge, Violet creams, homemade shortbread and nougat – but I’m sure you’ll want to test them all out.