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A stone-walled interior with a stone bench, a fur-covered object, and a small fire pit.

Skara Brae

9.8/10 (128 reviews)
Discover the secrets of Orkney’s earliest inhabitants and find out what life was like during prehistoric times at this beautifully preserved ancient village.
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A historic church with a prominent tower and a surrounding graveyard.

St. Magnus Cathedral

9.4/10 (104 reviews)
Examine the intriguing 17th-century tombstones housed inside this stunning sandstone cathedral.
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A stone standing upright in a grassy field with other standing stones in the background.

Ring of Brogdar

9.6/10 (54 reviews)
Delve into the mysteries of this prehistoric landmark, comprising a ring of standing stones set against the wild landscape of the Orkney Islands.
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A grassy hill with a stone staircase leading up to a door.

Maes Howe

9.4/10 (21 reviews)
Part of the Heart of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage Site, this fascinating chambered tomb predates the Egyptian pyramids.
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An ancient stone building with arched windows and a tower in the background.

Earl's Palace

8.6/10 (46 reviews)
Take a tour of this impressive 17th-century ruin, considered to be among the finest examples of French Renaissance architecture in Scotland.
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A historic stone castle surrounded by lush green trees.

Bishop's Palace

8.6/10 (44 reviews)
Explore the ruined remains of this 12th-century palace and see the views from the top of its spiral staircase.
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Highland Park Distillery

9.4/10 (18 reviews)
Find out about the history of Kirkwall when you spend time at Highland Park Distillery. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the cathedral while you're in the area.
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Orkney Museum

9.8/10 (16 reviews)
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Orkney Museum during your trip to Kirkwall. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's museums.
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Mainland Hotel Deals

The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

Ayre Road Kirkwall Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$134 nightly
$161 total
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Total with taxes and fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (260 reviews)
"Handy hotel for parkrun. Good quality I’d expect from its rating but shocked they didn’t supply a toothpaste which I’d forgotten. Even as an Airbnb Host I would be able to do that and would expect nothing less from a hotel, especially when listed available in their hotel info book"

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2026

The Ayre Hotel
Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel

Mounthoolie Lane Kirkwall Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$186 nightly
$223 total
Aug 15 - Aug 16
Total with taxes and fees
9/10 Wonderful! (295 reviews)
"Loved it there."

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2026

Albert Hotel
The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel

The Pierhead Stromness Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$173 nightly
$207 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total with taxes and fees
The Stromness Hotel
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