Hike or walk the infamous Old Man of Storr! This is a moderately challenging 3.3 mile trail with 1,167 elevation. The trail begins at the car park, with other views of Needle Rock and the sea of Loch Leathan. The “Old Man” is visible rock formation from miles away! It is a 55 meter tall rock that gets its name from the resemblance of a haggard old man! Many films have featured this landscape as their backdrop, including The Wicker Man (1973), Prometheus (2012), and Snow White and The Huntsman (2012).

Explore the colorful buildings and boats at the Portree Harbour. Enjoy a coffee at the cafe like a local, or try the fresh fish and chips by the water!

Discover the most popular whiskey of Skye at the Talisker Distillery! Learn about the process of making different whiskeys, and snag one to bring back to the States! Enjoy the guided tastings at one of the oldest distilleries in Skye. Tours begin at £20, make sure to book at least 2 months in advance!

For my foodies, try an elevated dining experience at Scorrybreac! This is a Michelin star restaurant that serves traditional Scottish cuisine. Other highly rated restaurants include the Chargrill Restaurant, The View, Dulse and Brose, Cuchullin Restauarant, and Antlers Bar and Grill. Scotland is known for their venison, scallops, “skink” soup, and haggis. Make sure to pair your meal with Irn Bru. The fizzy soda of Skye!

“Pub” hop around Skye! The highly rated pubs are the Sligachan bar, the Old Inn, the Stein Inn, the Red Skye, or the Clachan!