Set on the gorgeous Western Isles of the Outer Hebrides in Scotland, Stornoway is the busiest and largest town and is home to 5,600 people. It is also very popular with tourists due to its abundance of facilities, accommodation and shopping opportunities.
Flights to Stornoway Airport are frequent from Benbecula, Aberdeen, Glasgow, Inverness and Edinburgh, and the facility is only a short five-minute drive from the town. That said, car hire in Stornoway is a popular addition for tourists to have as there are many stunning places to explore that require transport to get to.
Most people head to the Outer Hebrides to relax and get away from busy city life. There are many hiking trails, rock-climbing and walking areas. Fishing is a big part of island life and most restaurants have fresh seafood as their main signature dish. The island's museum and Lews Castle are both must-see places, and for those that like film, concerts or art, the An Lanntair Art Centre is a fascinating place to visit.
Car rental in Stornoway is excellent for getting around the island to the smaller villages and campsites. As it can be very cold, you'll welcome the heating of a car and it also keeps you safe from the intense rains that frequently batter this part of Scotland.
Although there are many shops in the town, it's more of a place to indulge. There are numerous restaurants, including HS-1, Woodlands Centre, the Thai Café and Peking Cuisine, which perhaps you'd not normally expect from such a baron island. There are many typical British pubs too that have live music and good hearty food on offer.