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Portree (Port Righ)

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Town of Portree with harbor, Portree, Isle of Skye, Scotland, Great Britain, United Kingdom

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Overview

Portree is Skye’s largest and liveliest town. It has a pretty harbour lined with brightly painted houses, and there are great views of the surrounding hills. Its name (from the Gaelic for King’s Harbour) commemorates James V, who came here in 1540 to pacify the local clans.

Attractions

Must-see attractions

  • Aros Centre

    Aros Centre

    Portree (Port Righ)

    On the southern edge of Portree, the Aros Centre is a combined visitor centre, book and gift shop, restaurant, theatre and cinema. The St Kilda Exhibition…

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