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Things to see in Scalasaig (United Kingdom): 7 places and when to go
Scalasaig is a town in United Kingdom, and this site lists 7 places in and around it, mainly History (6), Food and drink (1). The best known are Oronsay Priory, Dùn Eibhinn and Dùn Cholla. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 17 h 19 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 41. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 56.0702, -6.1897
- Places
- 7 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (6) · Food and drink (1)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- EDI Ingliston, Edinburgh, 176 km as the crow flies
What to see in Scalasaig
The places in and around Scalasaig, 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.
- Oronsay PrioryPriory in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, UK6.9 km
- Dùn EibhinnHillfort in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, UK1.1 km
- Dùn ChollaHillfort in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, UK3.2 km
- Dùn MeadhonachHillfort in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, UK6.1 km
- Colonsay HouseCountry house in Kiloran on Colonsay, Argyll and Bute, Scotland, UK2.5 km
- Lord Colonsay Monument, Colonsay1879 memorial on Colonsay, Argyll and Bute, Scotland, UK592 m
- Wild Island Distillery & Colonsay BreweryBrewery4 m
When to go to Scalasaig
The best time to visit Scalasaig 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 not7:17
- FebPossible9:16
- MarPossible11:26
- AprBest time13:54
- MayBest time16:03
- JunBest time17:19
- JulBest time16:47
- AugBest time14:51
- SepBest time12:26
- OctPossible10:04
- NovBetter not7:52
- DecPossible6:41
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 17 h 19 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 41. In April, 7 of the 7 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 Scalasaig
The nearest main airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI, Ingliston, Edinburgh), 176 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
- Craighouse19 places30 km
- Bowmore26 places35 km
- Barrmor View24 places44 km
- Oban28 places49 km
- Tarbert16 places52 km
- Isle of Tiree14 places63 km
And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Scalasaig?
The best known: Oronsay Priory, Dùn Eibhinn, Dùn Cholla, Dùn Meadhonach, Colonsay House. In all, 7 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Scalasaig?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 17 h 19 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 41.
How do you get to Scalasaig?
The nearest main airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), 176 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Scalasaig as the destination and these 7 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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