Iona Abbey and Nunnery

Isle of Iona, Argyll, PA76 6SQ

01681 700 512
Historic Scotland

Opening times

1 Apr to 30 Sept:
Daily, 9.30am to 5.30pm
Last entry 5pm

There is no access to the church on a Sunday between 10.15am and 11.45am.

1 Oct to 31 Mar:
Mon to Sat, 10am to 4pm
Sun: Only the Abbey Church, Michael Chapel, Shrine and grounds are open
Last entry 3.30pm

The abbey may close at short notice due to weather disruption to the ferry service

Facilities

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