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Things to see in Broadford (United Kingdom): 33 places and when to go
Broadford is a town in United Kingdom, and this site lists 33 places in and around it, mainly Nature (11), History (9), Mountains (8). The best known are Blà Bheinn, Marsco and Dunscaith Castle. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 17 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 23. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 57.2411, -5.9093
- Places
- 33 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (11) · History (9) · Mountains (8) · Hiking (5) · Architecture (3) · Food and drink (2)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- EDI Ingliston, Edinburgh, 212 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Blà Bheinn, at 928 m.
What to see in Broadford
The places in and around Broadford, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Blà Bheinn929m high mountain on the Isle of Skye, in Highland, Scotland, UK11 km
- MarscoMountain on the Isle of Skye, in Highland, Scotland, UK14 km
- Dunscaith CastleCastle on the Isle of Skye, Scotland, UK12 km
- Beinn na CaillichMountain in the Red Hills on the Isle of Skye, in Highland, Scotland, United Kingdom4.1 km
- Caisteal MaolCastle in Highland, Scotland, UK12 km
- Sgùrr na CoinnichMountain in Highland, Scotland, UK12 km
- Beinn Dearg MhorOne of the Red Cuillin mountains of the Isle of Skye, near Sligachan, Highland, Scotland, UK13 km
- Torabhaig distilleryWhisky distillery in Highland, Scotland, UK15 km
- BoreraigHistory7.6 km
- Dun RingillCastle in Highland, Scotland, UK10 km
- High Pasture CaveCave and archaeological site in Highland, Scotland, UK6.1 km
- HMS Port Napier1940 minelayer destroyed in Loch Alsh, Scotland, by an explosion following an engine room fire14 km
- Loch na DalBay in Highland, Scotland, UK11 km
- Belig702m high mountain in the Cuillin mountains of the Isle of Skye, Highland, Scotland, UK9.8 km
- Cill ChriosdChurch building, now ruinous, on Skye, Highland, Scotland, UK3.7 km
- Beinn na' LeacMountain on the Isle of Raasay, in Highland, Scotland, UK14 km
- Broadford Parish ChurchChurch in Highland, Scotland, UK0 m
- Ornsay LighthouseLighthouse on Skye, Scotland13 km
- Ben AslakMountain in Highland, Scotland, UK12 km
- Loch AinortBay on Skye, Highland, Scotland, UK9.6 km
- An Talla DeargGallery13 km
- CamasunaryHiking13 km
- Dun Liath,broch,ElgolArchitectural structure in Highland, Scotland, UK13 km
- Eilean Mor LighthouseLighthouse in Scotland15 km
And the other 9, by what you come to do:
- Architecture: Eyre Point Lighthouse
- History: Greshornish House, Skye, Leitir Fura
- Museums and art: Meg Miller
- Food and drink: Pràban na Linne
- Hiking: Skye Trail, Skye Trail, Skye Trail, Uags
When to go to Broadford
The best time to visit Broadford is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not7:02
- FebPossible9:08
- MarPossible11:25
- AprBest time13:59
- MayBest time16:15
- JunBest time17:36
- JulBest time17:02
- AugBest time14:59
- SepBest time12:28
- OctPossible9:58
- NovBetter not7:39
- DecPossible6:23
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 17 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 23. In April, 33 of the 33 places are at their best.
When to go to United Kingdom in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Broadford
The nearest main airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI, Ingliston, Edinburgh), 212 km as the crow flies. How to get around United Kingdom (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Carbost40 places28 km
- Kyle76 places30 km
- Shieldaig28 places35 km
- Isle of Eigg19 places40 km
- Portree28 places51 km
- Glenbeg17 places61 km
And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Broadford?
The best known: Blà Bheinn, Marsco, Dunscaith Castle, Beinn na Caillich, Caisteal Maol. In all, 33 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Broadford?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 17 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 23.
How do you get to Broadford?
The nearest main airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), 212 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Broadford as the destination and these 33 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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