Barra Beach Tours

I had just landed in this small plane on a flight from Glasgow to Barra. This is the only commercial runway in the world that is a tidal beach. It was fantastic.
I had just landed in this small plane on a flight from Glasgow to Barra. This is the only commercial runway in the world that is a tidal beach. It was fantastic.
Find a spot to sit, unwind and get lost in the sound of the water lapping at the shore at Barra Beach. If you're eager for some sea and sun, this is the place to get your fix.

You'll soon discover why this Isle of Barra stretch of coastline is visited by many travelers. If you're searching for other things to see here, Eriskay Beach, Kisimul Castle, and Traigh Mhòr are in the area as well. They won't take very long to reach from Barra Beach.

Plan a trip to see Barra Beach

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4 Friends House

4 Friends House

2 out of 5
Leith
Price was $1,377, price is now $816 per person
$816
per person
Mar 10 - Mar 12
found 12 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
New York (NYC) to Edinburgh (EDI)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (97 reviews)
My daughter and I enjoyed our stay! No issues getting too and from, checking in, and such. Only issue we had that I believe I did see in another room, was the smell of the bathroom (or so I think)… it does sort of “go away” when staying in the room, but when using the bathroom or entering the room again, it was hard to adjust too. We only stayed one night, but might have looked to change rooms (#2) if we had stayed longer.

Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025

3 Johns Place Townhouse

3 Johns Place Townhouse

4 out of 5
Leith
Price was $1,405, price is now $834 per person
$834
per person
Mar 10 - Mar 12
found 12 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
New York (NYC) to Edinburgh (EDI)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (184 reviews)
Clean room, straightforward access instructions, excellent nights sleep. The cupboard that contains the kettle/coffee maker could really use a light - it’s very dark and the radiators need bleeding.

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

Popular places to visit

Kisimul Castle

After visiting Kisimul Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Isle of Barra. Wander the marina or discover the area's desert landscape.

Kisimul Castle

Castlebay Barra Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Castlebay with a trip to Castlebay Barra Ferry Terminal. Stroll along the beaches or visit the cathedral while you're in the area.

Castlebay Barra Ferry Terminal

Kisimul Castle

After visiting Kisimul Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Castlebay. Stroll along the marina or visit the cathedral while you're in the area.

Kisimul Castle

Coilleag a' Phrionnsa

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Coilleag a' Phrionnsa during your trip to Eriskay? Stroll along the beaches or visit the churches while you're in the area.

Coilleag a' Phrionnsa

Loch Briste

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Loch Briste during your travels in South Uist. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's entertainment venues.

Loch Briste

Loch Smeircleit

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Loch Smeircleit during your travels in South Uist. Amble around the area's marina or experience its entertainment venues.

Loch Smeircleit

Best Lodging Options Near Barra Beach

Polochar Inn

Polochar Inn

3 out of 5
West Kilbride South Uist Scotland
Polochar Inn
Taigh Ciorstaidh family & pet friendly self-catering Isle of Barra Scotland

Taigh Ciorstaidh family & pet friendly self-catering Isle of Barra Scotland

Isle of Barra Scotland
Taigh Ciorstaidh family & pet friendly self-catering Isle of Barra Scotland
4 bedroom accommodation in Isle of Barra

4 bedroom accommodation in Isle of Barra

Isle of Barra
4 bedroom accommodation in Isle of Barra
Kilbride Beach Cottage

Kilbride Beach Cottage

near Lochboisdale, Isle of South Uist
Kilbride Beach Cottage
1 bedroom accommodation in Near Lochboisdale, South Uist

1 bedroom accommodation in Near Lochboisdale, South Uist

Near Lochboisdale, South Uist
1 bedroom accommodation in Near Lochboisdale, South Uist
Pod Beag Beside the Sea, Isle of Eriskay

Pod Beag Beside the Sea, Isle of Eriskay

3 out of 5
4 Haun Eriskay Scotland
Pod Beag Beside the Sea, Isle of Eriskay
Kilbride Hostel

Kilbride Hostel

1 out of 5
Croft 9 South Uist Scotland
Kilbride Hostel
Lingeigh

Lingeigh

3.5 out of 5
Lingeigh Smerclate South Uist Scotland
Lingeigh
Fuidaigh

Fuidaigh

3.5 out of 5
Fuidaigh 410 Smerclate South Uist Scotland
Fuidaigh
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