Staffa

West of Mull
Argyll & Bute
AB

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This uninhabited island, only half a mile long by a quarter of a mile wide, is famous for its basaltic formations, distinctive stepped columns created when the lava of volcanic eruptions cooled many millions of years ago. These columns form the cathedral-like stature of Fingal's Cave, immortalised by Mendelssohn in his celebrated Hebrides overture. Other famous visitors to the island have included Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, the artist J M W Turner, and poets and writers Keats, Wordsworth, Tennyson and Sir Walter Scott.
Opening Times
(2007 times)
Open all year Daily.

Boat tours operate between April and October.

Directions
7 miles west of Mull and 6 miles north east of Iona. Cruises from Iona, Mull and Oban. Landing dependent on suitable weather conditions.
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Staffa Postcode for SatNav: AB

Nearby Attractions
Iona (7 Miles)*
Iona is a small, fertile crofting island, currently inhabited by around 130 people. For many centuries it has been an island of special significance for all Christians.
Burg (8 Miles)*
The exposed location of Burg, open to the full force of the Atlantic weather, together with its colloquial name 'The Wilderness', give an indication of the wild terrain of this property
Torosay Castle & Gardens (24 Miles)*
A beautiful and welcoming Victorian family home surrounded by 12 acres of spectacular gardens.
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Nearby Hotels
Isle of Mull Hotel and Spa (22 Miles)*
Magnificently positioned on Craignure Bay on the Sound of Mull, this hotel has panoramic views from most of its bedrooms, many of which look across to Lismore. This hotel is set within its own grounds.
Columba Hotel (31 Miles)*
The exceptional Columba Hotel enjoys a prime location on the Oban seafront, the most popular west coast holiday town in Scotland.
Oban Bay Hotel and Spa (32 Miles)*
This beautiful hotel, located on the edge of Oban's picturesque esplanade, is the perfect spot from which to discover Scotland's West Coast. The sprawling sun lounge stretches the entire length of the hotel.
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Nearby Self Catering
Roan Cottage (9 Miles)*
Welcome to Roan Cottage Roan Cottage is a newly built, cosy, yet individual and spacious lovely cottage which is situated on the south western tip of the island in an elevated position, looking towards the stunning Burg.
Annie's Croft (14 Miles)*
Discover Coll - Discover Paradise. Annie's Croft is a detached, three bedroomed cottage, just yards from the water's edge. Ideally situated in the village of Arinagour, Isle of Coll, all local amenities are close to hand.
Annie's Croft (14 Miles)*
Annie's Croft is a superb 3 bed-roomed cottage ideally situated in Arinagour Village, Isle of Coll, Scotland. A whitewashed cottage, detached and standing in large gardens, close to the sea.
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