St. Columba's Bay

Overview

St. Columba's Bay is a serene and historically significant beach on the Isle of Iona. It is believed to be the landing spot of St. Columba, who brought Christianity to Scotland in the 6th century.

This bay is of great religious and historical importance, as it marks the arrival of St. Columba, a pivotal figure in Scottish Christianity.

Historical Scenic

Location

Address

Isle of Iona

Neighborhood: Isle of Iona

Coordinates

56.367000, -6.343000

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday Open all day

tuesday Open all day

wednesday Open all day

thursday Open all day

friday Open all day

saturday Open all day

sunday Open all day

Admission

Adults

Free

Children

Free

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

May-September

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds and better lighting for photography

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

30 minutes

Recommended

2 hours

Full Experience

half day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• wildflowers
• birdwatching

summer

warm

• sunset views
• swimming

autumn

cool

• fall colors
• whale watching

winter

cold

• stargazing
• solstice celebrations

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Check tide times
Bring appropriate footwear
Respect the environment

What to Bring

essential

water sunscreen towel

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

drones large groups without permission

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: low

• uneven terrain
• strong currents

Medical facilities: first aid available at nearby facilities

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

British Pound (GBP)

Typical Costs

parking $5

guided tours $20

food $15

souvenirs $10

Dress Code

casual, comfortable walking shoes, waterproof shoes recommended, inappropriate clothing for religious sites

Booking Tips

• Not usually required, but check for guided tours
• local tour operators
• varies by tour operator
• not applicable

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Iona Heritage App

Size: 30 MB

Features: Map, Historical info, Tide times

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Nearby cafes

Charging Stations: not available

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Glasgow Airport

Distance: 180 km

Travel Time: 4 hours

taxi

$200 3 hours

public_transport

$30 4 hours

From City Center

Distance: 5 km

ferry

$5 10 min

walking

$0 1 hour

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Serene and historically significant spot

Historical Significance: Landing spot of St. Columba, who brought Christianity to Scotland

Insider Tips

Best views at sunrise
Local cafe has great seafood

Local Recommendations

• Visit the nearby abbey
• Try local seafood at the nearby cafe

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Hello

thank_you Tapadh leat

where_is Càit a bheil

how_much Dè an tòisich

beautiful Math dhorcha

ticket Ticite

Guide Languages: English, Gaelic

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main beach

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Wide shots of the beach and abbey

Result: Breathtaking landscapes

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Photography Rules

allowed areas entire beach

prohibited areas none

flash photography allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy allowed with permission

tripod policy allowed

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Iona Abbey

Distance: 300m

Walking: 5 min

Type: Historical

St. Columba's Shrine

Distance: 200m

Walking: 3 min

Type: Religious

Reviews

4.7

Based on 500 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Visit at sunrise"
"Comfortable shoes recommended"
"Bring a camera"

Contact Information

+44 1850 830238

info@iona.scot

www.iona.scot

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