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#4 of 21 · Things to do in Portree Isle of Skye The Hebrides Scotland

Portree Harbour

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Portree Harbour is a working harbour in Portree, Isle of Skye, with a pier designed by Thomas Telford.

Why go

  • Thomas Telford’s pier, alongside the harbour’s sheltered anchorage off the Sound of Raasay.
  • Dark cliffs and hills around the harbour, including Ben Tianavaig to the south and Suidh Fhinn to the west.

Opening hours

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Monday00:00 – 23:59
Tuesday00:00 – 23:59
Wednesday00:00 – 23:59
Thursday00:00 – 23:59
Friday00:00 – 23:59
Saturday00:00 – 23:59
Sunday00:00 – 23:59

Season and conditions

  • The harbour is open 24 hours every day.

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History

Portree’s bay drew expeditions and royal fleets. The harbour later became a departure point for emigrants; in 1773, James Boswell saw the Nestor anchored there. Fishing exports began in the 1840s and contributed greatly to the town’s economy.

  1. 1263King Håkon IV of Norway led an expedition into Portree Bay.
  2. 1540King Jakob V’s fleet landed in the bay during efforts to settle clan conflicts.
  3. 1746Bonnie Prince Charlie reached Portree after Culloden and ate at Charles MacNab’s inn.
  4. 1773James Boswell saw the emigrant ship Nestor anchored at the harbour.
  5. late 18th centuryThe natural harbour became a departure point for emigrants travelling overseas.
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  1. 1840sPortree began exporting fish, which contributed greatly to the local economy.

How to get there

  • CarThe harbour is on the road crossing the Skye Bridge and running toward the ferry port at Uig.
  • BusBuses to Glasgow, Inverness and island routes leave from Somerled Square bus station.

Sources: Portree - Wikipedia · Portree harbour - Highland Council · Portree - Wikipedia · Portree - Wikipedia · checked 28 Oct 2026

Where
Quay St, Portree

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Questions and answers

Where is Portree Harbour?

It is on Quay Street in Portree, on the Isle of Skye.

Is Portree Harbour open all day?

Yes. It is open 24 hours every day.

How do I get to Portree Harbour by bus?

Buses to Glasgow, Inverness and island routes leave from Somerled Square bus station.

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