Museums · Scottish Islands
Museum nan Eilean
In or near Achmore.
Museum nan Eilean — a museum in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Museum nan Eilean is a museum located in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Museum nan Eilean is a museum located in the Scottish Highlands. It serves as a cultural centre for the Outer Hebrides, showcasing the history and heritage of the islands. The museum features a range of exhibits that highlight local traditions and the natural environment.
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- Coordinates
- 58.2115, -6.3951
- District
- Na h-Eileanan Siar
- Postcode
- HS2 0XR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Na h-Eileanan an Iar
- Opening
- Apr-Sep Tu-Sa 10:00-17:00; Oct-Mar Tu-Sa 13:00-16:00
Sources
- osm: way/382540720 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Museum nan Eilean?
- Museum nan Eilean is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode HS2 0XR).
- What is Museum nan Eilean?
- Museum nan Eilean — a museum in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Museum nan Eilean?
- The nearest town is Achmore. Drivers can use postcode HS2 0XR.
- Is Museum nan Eilean free to visit?
- Yes, Museum nan Eilean is free to enter.
- How do I get to Museum nan Eilean?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode HS2 0XR. It sits within the Na h-Eileanan an Iar parliamentary constituency.