The Top 19 Attractions in South Uist Machair
There are plenty of places to see and visit in South Uist Machair. Whether you love hiking or cycling, South Uist Machair is a region where 19
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: December 2, 2025
Eriskay Causeway
Highlight (Segment) • Bridge
A stunning causeway joining Eriskay with South Uist. The Eriskay Causeway opened in 2001, making the traditional island life and natural beauty accessible via road. On the causeway, you'll be surrounded by clear, light-blue water.
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Daliburgh Beach
Highlight • Viewpoint
Daliburgh Beach is part of the sensational 20-mile (32-km) white sandy coastline that spans the western edge of South Uist. You can choose to follow a footpath next to the …
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Machair Uibhist a Deas National Scenic Area
Highlight (Segment) • Natural
Pristine beaches, hidden coves and untouched nature sum up South Uist, the second-largest island of the Outer Hebrides. With a population of less than 2,000, you will find plenty of …
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Cladh Hallan Roundhouses
Highlight • Historical Site
The Cladh Hallan Roundhouses are a significant archaeological site. They are renowned as the only place in Great Britain where prehistoric mummies have been discovered. Excavations between 1988 and 2002 revealed that the site was occupied from around 2000 BC.
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Shaltabhaig Bay
Highlight • Natural
The road skirts around this sheltered bay. It affords beautiful views across the calm water and to the ferry jetty. The jetty is now defunct since the construction of the causeway.
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