Callanish Stones
Calanais Standing Stones
The mysterious megaliths have enchanted and intrigued visitors for thousands of years.

šŸ“œ Neolithic monument, cross-shaped stone circle, erected 5,000 years ago.
šŸ” Predates Stonehenge, important for ritual activity for millennia.

Why Go

✨ Freely wander among towering monoliths, experience ancient mysteries.
🌌 Witness Northern Lights in darker months, sun barely sets in summer.
šŸ“œ Explore rich legends and lore, including petrified giants.
🚶 Easily accessible, a world-class heritage site.

Why Avoid

🚧 Visitor centre closed until 2026 for redevelopment, no facilities or parking at centre.
āš ļø Access to stones from visitor centre site not possible.

Tips

🚶 Visitors can still reach the stones via the top road.
šŸš— Just over a 10-minute drive from Dun Carloway.

Cost

šŸ’° Free to visit.

Hours

šŸ•’ Open 24/7, year-round.

šŸ…æļø Parking

Severely restricted during visitor centre redevelopment.

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