Baile Mòr, Isle of Iona
★★
Iona Heritage Centre can be found midway between Iona’s jetty and its abbey, close to the parish church. This single-room museum is a good first port of call on a trip to the island, and serves as a reminder that there’s more to the place than religious history alone. Wildlife, fishing, crofting and general island life from 1700 to the present day are all covered, with a tea room in the same building which might come in handy on a rainy day.
Location
O.S. Grid Reference: NM 285242
GPS coordinates: 56.332157,-6.394338
Frequent ferry from Fionnphort, Isle of Mull (which has infrequent onward bus connection)
Street parking (some with charge) in Fionnphort, Isle of Mull, then take ferry
Key info
Monday to Saturday, late March to October
Entry by donation
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