Calanais Standing Stones

The Calanais Standing Stones are open to visitors, however, the visitor centre is closed until 2026 to allow for major redevelopment.

During this period there will be no facilities at the site and parking will be severely restricted.

The visitor centre is owned and managed by local charity, Urras Nan Tursachan, and information about the redevelopment project can be found on their website.

12 miles west of Stornoway, on the Isle of Lewis.

View the Calanais Standing Stones on a Google map

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There is a small surfaced car park next to the standing stones. Please take care and respect the local community when using this area. During the redevelopment there will be no access or parking for coaches.

Approach to site

A small car park is adjacent to the entry to the site.

Monument

There are three gates to the site. The gate on the main path from the visitor centre is a kissing gate. A local authority road runs close to the perimeter of the site and the two remaining access points. 

The ground around the stones is covered in grass, peat and heather and can be uneven.

There is a section of the site close to the corn drying kiln that has undulations. 

The ground can be wet and it is recommended to wear appropriate footwear. 

Dogs

Assistance dogs are permitted at all our sites.

Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times and not left unattended at any time. Owners must pick up after their dogs.

• Accessible by public transport
• Car parking
• Coach parking
• Shop
• Toilets
• Visitor centre
• Cafe
• Dogs welcome in outdoor areas