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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Isle of Skye

10 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Isle of Skye, Scotland

Updated September 23, 2021

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Unusual Attractions in Isle of Skye

Fairy Pools.

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Fairy Pools

These fantastically named natural pools look like something out of a Scottish myth.
Fairy Glen, as viewed from Castle Ewan.

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Fairy Glen

This dramatic landscape hidden on the Isle of Skye looks as though you've stepped into the magical realm.
The Old Man of Storr.

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The Old Man of Storr

An ancient Scottish rock formation said to be the gravesite of a giant remains ensconced in legend and intrigue.
The Quiraing.

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The Quiraing

Islanders once used this dramatic, otherworldly landscape to hide their cattle from Viking raiders.
Kilt Rock

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Kilt Rock and Mealt Falls

Ancient cliffs resembling a kilt on Scotland's second largest island emit an entrancing sound.
Dinosaur track on An Corran.

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Isle of Skye Dinosaur Tracks

On this stunning Scottish island, you can walk in the footsteps of dinosaurs.
Start of Calum's Road

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Calum's Road

One man spent 10 years building a spectacular section of road because no one else would.
Workers spinning the ferry.

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MV Glenachulish, Glenelg Skye Ferry

The last manually operated turntable ferry in the world.
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