Isle of Iona - Home
Iona is a tiny island off the southwest coast of Mull in the Inner Hebrides. It is only 1.5 miles wide by 3 miles long, with a population of around 170 permanent residents. Despite this, Iona has a special place in the heart of many people the world over.
Isle of Iona - Visiting Iona
The Iona experience begins long before you get here. The journey is pleasantly split into small stages, combining road and sea, and taking you through some of the most spectacular scenery in Scotland.
Isle of Iona - Accommodation
If you are interested in visiting Iona for a retreat you can find more information here. All accommodation providers listed under 'Local Businesses'. Contact details are provided and a warm welcome awaits you.
Isle of Iona - How To Get Here
The first stage in getting to Iona is to sail to the Isle of Mull, which is served by three different ferry routes operated by Caledonian MacBrayne. The main route is the Oban to Craignure service which connects with buses and trains to Glasgow and elsewhere.
Isle of Iona - Day Trips
A regular day trip from the mainland will give you 2-3 hours on Iona, and enough time to take in the atmosphere and visit the main attractions. If you are holidaying on Mull then you can be more relaxed about when you travel, and even take advantage of the after-hours water taxis that can be booked from Iona.
Isle of Iona - Places of Interest
Iona, with its beauty and white sand beaches, has a time and place for everyone. From Dunbhuirg, the Iron Age fort, to the Marble Quarry, worked even in the 20th Century; from St Columba's Bay in the south, to the White Strand of the Monks in …
Isle of Iona - Iona Heritage
Iona also has a rich cultural heritage: from illuminated manuscripts and intricately carved stone crosses to the paintings of the Colourists and silverwork of Alex Ritchie, there has always been a creative thread to life on Iona. To this day, the island is a source of inspiration to many.
Isle of Iona - Getting Around
Iona is a small island and it’s easy to get around on foot. The Abbey, for example, is only 10 minutes’ walk from the pier. Bikes can be hired on the island, and there is a local taxi available to help the weary or heavily laden.
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Explore these maps of the Isle of Iona, it's surroundings and all the places of interest that can be explored on or from the island.
Isle of Iona - Shops
There are numerous Iona produced items in the island’s stores as well as a great selection of books and literature about our history, culture and environment. There are also many opportunities to purchase fairly traded goods, since we are proud to affirm that Iona has ‘Fair trade Island’ status.