Calanais Standing Stones - Isle of Lewis

Calanais Standing Stones

The Calanais Standing Stones, located at the Address: Callanish, Isle of Lewis HS2 9DY, United Kingdom, are a fascinating historical landmark and a must-visit tourist attraction. This site is a unique prehistoric site, with an array of megaliths that holds legendary status. The site is famous for featuring in the TV series Outlander, attracting more visitors.

Despite the visitors center being closed during your visit, it does not detract from the site itself. It's a bit disappointing to see that some visitors do not heed the signs asking them not to touch the stones. If you are on the Isle of Lewis, the Calanais Standing Stones are a definite must-see.

Specialties: Historical landmark, Tourist attraction.

Other points of interest: On-site services, Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible toilet, Good for kids.

This company has received 3200 reviews on Google My Business, with an impressive average rating of 4.7/5.

👍 Reviews of Calanais Standing Stones

Bernard S.

5/5

Probably the most impressive prehistoric site in the Western Isles. Made (even more) famous by the TV series Outlander, this array of megaliths fully merits legendary status on its own merits. Unfortunately the visitors centre was closed when I visited but this didn't detract from the site. It's a shame more visitors don't heed the signs asking them not to touch the stones - the majority of visitors do touch the stones judging from the sample present when I visited. That aside, I'd you are visiting Lewis this is a "must visit" attraction.

Stephen S.

5/5

The Calanais Standing Stones are a very impressive sight, far more impressive than the pictures here led me to believe.
There’s no visitor centre here at the moment, so just park at the top of the hill next to the ruined building marked as “Fairy Freak Designs” and it’s a very short walk in. There’s great views from close up, right inside, or a little further away, and good information boards.

Andrew M.

5/5

A must for anyone visiting the Isle of Lewis and Harris. Stunning location and wonderful stones. Takes a bit of planning if going on public transport. Top tip - go on a day when the Alpacca farm is open as there's nowhere else nearby for coffee and snacks

Richard L.

5/5

Many more stones than I expected and bigger! Just loved this place. A bus load just left so we almost had the visit to ourselves at 4 o'clock under a moody sky...

Dario F.

5/5

Five thousand years of mystery surround these monoliths,that point toward the sky. Located on the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides, it is an ancient formation of monoliths, a very special and magical place. When we visited, the Visitor Center was closed for renovations. We didn’t pay any entrance fee, as there was no one at the entrance, and the gates were open. If you enjoy magic and stories of the past, it is definitely worth a visit.

James R.

5/5

Fascinating place. It was dull and rainy the morning we were there, which just added to the mystery and ambience. (It was beautiful weather the rest of the day!)
As old as Stonehenge, this is one of Scotland's most amazing historical sites. One of the biggest of our country's many stone circles.
The views of the countryside were stunning.
So many unanswered questions. Loved it.

Pie

5/5

The main reason I visited Lewis and Harris was to see the Callanish Standing stones and they were so incredible. It was a nice quiet sunny evening with hardly anyone around. Definitely go see the other 2 sets nearby while you're there.

Anton A.

5/5

Great for history lovers, remarkable how they seemingly blend into the surroundings. It was fairly busy when we arrived, so taking photos without people in the background was challenging but expected. You only need to spend 15-20mins to see it.