Things to see and do Harris

The Harris Tweed & Knitwear exhibition "Clo Mor"(Big Garment in Gaelic) offers an interesting retrospective of the local tweed industry and its journey through time. Between photographs and edutainment spaces, the visit is suitable for all ages. Models present clothing of all types and all eras, showing how Harris Tweed was honoured on the world's catwalks. It is possible to attend weaving demonstrations.

Founded in October 2015, this recent distillery has entered the whisky world with a brand new building and about twenty jobs at stake. If the single malt will not be ready right away, a gin is already available. There is a café-bar and a shop. They are as much a discovery of production techniques and the work of the distillers as a sensory awakening to the scents of the spirits and the many aromatic plants that make up gin.

Built in the early 16th century, this noble medieval church is the work of Alasdair Crotach MacLeod of Harris & Dunvegan, eighth chief of the MacLeod clan. It is one of the most ambitious buildings in the Outer Hebrides, and its form is attributable to the people's former ties with Ireland. He was buried here when he died in 1547 and his tomb is of great beauty. Some of his descendants lie there with him and the stelae and sculptures are impressive. History lovers will be conquered.

This information centre specialises in the history of the inhabitants of the Outer Hebrides and their genealogy. A permanent exhibition deals with the island population and its land from Prehistory to the present day. It tells how communities were formed and suggests avenues for study. Occasional events and temporary exhibitions take place throughout the year on a variety of themes. You will also find a very friendly bar and café on site, as well as a small shop selling local handicrafts.