Orkney Museum Tours

Visit Orkney Museum

If you're looking for some mental stimulation, don't miss Orkney Museum. Whether it's history, traditions or cultural practices, you'll find lots of inspiring displays to keep your mind active here.

You'll find this collection of historical artifacts in Kirkwall. Once you've done all you can at Orkney Museum, check out nearby Balfour Castle, Highland Park Distillery, and St. Magnus Cathedral.

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St. Magnus Cathedral

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Examine the intriguing 17th-century tombstones housed inside this stunning sandstone cathedral.

Bishop's Palace

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Explore the ruined remains of this 12th-century palace and see the views from the top of its spiral staircase.

Earl's Palace

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Take a tour of this impressive 17th-century ruin, considered to be among the finest examples of French Renaissance architecture in Scotland.

Orkney Wireless Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Orkney Wireless Museum during your trip to Kirkwall. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.

Highland Park Distillery

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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.

Scapa Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Scapa Beach during your trip to Kirkwall? You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Best Lodging Options Near Orkney Museum

The Ayre Hotel

Ayre Road Kirkwall Scotland

Albert Hotel

Mounthoolie Lane Kirkwall Scotland

The Shore

Shore Street Kirkwall Scotland

The Orkney Hotel

40 Victoria Street Kirkwall Scotland

Royal Oak Guest House

Holm Road Kirkwall Scotland

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Old Scapa Road Kirkwall Scotland

Castleyards Apartment 12

12 Castleyards Kirkwall Scotland

Castleyards Apartment 1

1 West Castle Street Kirkwall Scotland

Grainbank Mews

Grainbank House Kirkwall Scotland

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