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Scotland has over 790 islands in all shapes and sizes. Some are famous for their beaches, some have their own TV shows, some have ancient abbeys, others have vast colonies of seabirds, plenty come with castles, and many are simply beautiful! One thing’s for sure, they offer the perfect setting for family holidays, or simply an adventurous day out.
But with so many islands to choose from, where do you even begin? VisitScotland are experienced island-hoppers and experts on everything from ferry crossings and family festivals, to outdoor adventures, brilliant beaches and fun activities for kids of all ages. Here’s six of the many Scottish islands you can visit for days out, short breaks and fabulous family holidays in 2019.
© VisitScotland - Sunset Over The Isle Of Arran
Scotland’s seventh largest island, Arran, is still only 20 miles long by 10 miles wide, which makes its diversity all the more astonishing. It is known as ‘Scotland in Miniature’ and it really does tick all the boxes: mountains, glens, beaches, pretty villages, a mighty castle, quaint churches, and several ancient standing stones. What’s not to love?
This is one you can easily do on a day out, but beware: Arran is very beguiling and kids are especially tricky to tear away once they get a taste of island life and its extraordinary adventure potential.
How to get to the Isle of Arran: