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Things to Do in Islay in 2025 - Top Attractions, Local Food, Hotels & Travel Tips (Updated June, 2025) | Trip.com
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What to Do
Looking for things to do in Islay? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Edinburgh Castle
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2,159 Reviews
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"Night view"
Islay
2.8
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Edinburgh Old Town
9.0
4.9
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127 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
Lagavulin Distillery
2.7
5.0
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Laphroaig Distillery
2.7
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Bruichladdich Distillery
2.7
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Ardbeg Distillery
2.6
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Palace of Holyroodhouse
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4.7
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294 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
Kilchoman Distillery
2.5
4.0
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2 Reviews
American Monument
2.5
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Where to Stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Islay, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Another Place - the Machrie
4.5
/5
48 Reviews
Islay House
3.7
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21 Reviews
Another Place, the Machrie
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Port Charlotte Youth Hostel
4.6
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13 Reviews
Braeside Craighouse Jura
4.4
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Port Charlotte Hotel
4.7
/5
62 Reviews
Glenegedale House
4.9
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39 Reviews
The Bowmore House Bed and Breakfast
4.9
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42 Reviews
Skerrols House
4.8
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11 Reviews
Lochside Hotel
4.2
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37 Reviews
Bridgend Hotel
4.6
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38 Reviews
No. 1 Charlotte Street
3.2
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40 Reviews
What to Eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Islay dishes and foodie spots.
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Peatzeria
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1 Reviews
Avg. AUD32/person
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SeaSalt Bistro & Takeaway
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Avg. AUD56/person
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The Celtic House Coffee Shop
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Avg. AUD4/person
"Coffee Shops"
"View"
Port Charlotte Hotel Restaurant
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Avg. AUD52/person
"Bars/Bistros"
"Open Late"
Bowmore Hotel Restaurant
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"Western-style"
"Open Late"
Lochindaal Hotel Restaurant
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Avg. AUD137/person
"Western-style"
"Open Late"
Kilchoman Distillery Cafe
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"Coffee Shops"
Cafe Blasta
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"Western-style"
The McTaggart Community Cybercafe
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"Coffee Shops"
Yan's Kitchen
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"Western-style"
Lochside Inn Hotel Restaurant
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Golden dragon
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Popular Scenic Hotels Near Islay
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Trump Turnberry
9.1
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69 Reviews
Lough Erne Resort
8.7
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70 Reviews
The Town House
9.3
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18 Reviews
Ness Walk
9.5
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117 Reviews
Popular Cultural Hotels Near Islay
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Aurora North Coast
10.0
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25 Reviews
Glengorm Castle
9.3
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21 Reviews
Loch Fyne Hotel & Spa
8.4
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64 Reviews
Glenapp Castle
9.6
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54 Reviews
RiverBeds - Luxury Wee Lodges with Hot Tubs
8.8
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1 Reviews
Trump Turnberry
9.1
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69 Reviews
Glencoe House
9.7
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52 Reviews
Linnhe Lochside Holidays
9.1
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63 Reviews
Ardcana
9.4
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38 Reviews
Inverlochy Castle Hotel
8.9
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55 Reviews
The Whispering Pine Lodge
8.8
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78 Reviews
Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel & Spa
9.3
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127 Reviews
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Winterton
10.0
/5
2 Reviews
Loch Ness Lodge
9.7
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63 Reviews
The Old Manse of Blair, Boutique Hotel & Restaurant
8.9
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43 Reviews
Armadale Castle Cabins
9.3
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19 Reviews
The Whispering Pine Lodge
8.8
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78 Reviews
The Lovat
9.2
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44 Reviews
The Old Mill Inn
9.6
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53 Reviews
Popular Premium Hotels Near Islay
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Galgorm
9.2
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87 Reviews
Isle of Eriska Hotel Spa & Island
8.7
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72 Reviews
The Culloden Estate and Spa
8.6
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59 Reviews
The Merchant Hotel
9.2
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59 Reviews
The Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast
9.0
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112 Reviews
Grand Central Hotel Belfast
9.0
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124 Reviews
Glenapp Castle
9.6
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54 Reviews
Bishop's Gate Hotel
9.3
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101 Reviews
Trump Turnberry
9.1
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69 Reviews
Slieve Donard
8.5
/5
99 Reviews
Lochgreen House Hotel & Spa
8.2
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40 Reviews
Cameron House on Loch Lomond
8.6
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54 Reviews
Popular Four-Star Hotels Near Islay
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The Salthouse Hotel
8.8
/5
50 Reviews
Bushmills Inn Hotel & Restaurant
9.4
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40 Reviews
Bayview Hotel
9.4
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48 Reviews
The Royal Hotel Campbeltown
8.4
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27 Reviews
Corrie House
9.7
/5
9 Reviews
Portavadie Loch Fyne Scotland
8.9
/5
44 Reviews
Mingary Castle - Restaurant with Rooms
9.8
/5
42 Reviews
No.26 by the Sea
9.8
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40 Reviews
The Perle Oban Hotel & Spa
8.9
/5
107 Reviews
DoubleTree by Hilton Belfast Templepatrick
8.5
/5
97 Reviews
Auchrannie Resort
9.2
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60 Reviews
Dunadry Hotel and Gardens
8.5
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53 Reviews
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Popular Types of Attractions in Islay
Historical attractions
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Nature and wildlife
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Natural scenery
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Mountain climbing
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Beaches and shores
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Cultural institutions
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Museums
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Themed exhibition halls
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Sightseeing tours
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Boat tour
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Night view
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Sightseeing bus
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Leisure activities
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Farms and pastures
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Spa/massage
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Camping and campsites
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Outdoor activities
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Mountain climbing
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Cycling
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Hiking
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Exhibitions & events
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Performances
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Concerts
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Exhibitions
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Parks
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Skybound experiences
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Water sports
Popular Attractions in Islay
Islay Outdoors
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Soldiers Rock
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Carraig Fhada Lighthouse
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Ardnahoe Distillery
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Lagavulin Distillery
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Bruichladdich Distillery
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Nerabus Chapel and Carved Stones
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Islay North & West Parish: St Kiaran's Church
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Old Guard Tower
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Machir Bay
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Ballinaby Standing Stones
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Ramsay Hall
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Islay Natural History Trust
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Popular Restaurants in Islay
SeaSalt Bistro & Takeaway
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The Celtic House Coffee Shop
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Port Charlotte Hotel Restaurant
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Bowmore Hotel Restaurant
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Lochindaal Hotel Restaurant
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Kilchoman Distillery Cafe
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Cafe Blasta
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The McTaggart Community Cybercafe
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Yan's Kitchen
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Lochside Inn Hotel Restaurant
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The Port Askaig Restaurant
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Port Mor Bistro
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Taj Mahal
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The Cottage Cafe & fish bar
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Drome Cafe
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Gate 1 Cafe
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Bridgend Hotel Restaurant
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Starboard Restaurant
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White Hart Islay Restaurant
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Taste Bowmore
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Debbie's
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Cyber Bistro
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Burnside Lodge B&B
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Dmitry Severianov's piece of Laphroag
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Lynnlabels
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Duffies
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Lochindaal Seafood Kitchen
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