Kirkwall

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A historic church with a prominent tower and a surrounding graveyard.
A historic stone castle with multiple towers and turrets, surrounded by lush green trees.
A narrow stone pathway flanked by old buildings and a tree-lined street.
A narrow stone alley with a green door, white-framed windows, and red shutters.
A church interior with high vaulted ceilings, red brick columns, wooden pews, and a central aisle leading to a stained glass window.
The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

3 out of 5
Ayre Road Kirkwall Scotland
Stay at this hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
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The Ayre Hotel
Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel

3 out of 5
Mounthoolie Lane Kirkwall Scotland
Stay at this hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
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Albert Hotel
The Shore

The Shore

3 out of 5
Shore Street Kirkwall Scotland
Stay at this hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Orkney Wireless Museum and Orkney Museum ...
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Castleyards Apartment 1

Castleyards Apartment 1

3 out of 5
1 West Castle Street Kirkwall Scotland
Stay at this apartment in Kirkwall. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Orkney Museum and Orkney Wireless Museum are located ...
Castleyards Apartment 1
Orkney Retreats Ltd Island Farmhouses & Cottages

Orkney Retreats Ltd Island Farmhouses & Cottages

3 out of 5
Kettletoft Sanday Scotland
Stay at this cottage in Sanday. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and slippers. Popular attractions Quoyness Chambered Tomb and Tofts Ness are located nearby.
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Orkney Signature Stay - Luxury With Hot Tub

Orkney Signature Stay - Luxury With Hot Tub

5 out of 5
1 South Moa Gorseness SCT
Book a stay at this luxury cottage in Gorseness. Enjoy free parking, private hot tubs, and a garden. Popular attractions Balfour Castle and Orkney Brewery are ...
Orkney Signature Stay - Luxury With Hot Tub
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Stay near popular Kirkwall attractions

A historic church with a prominent tower and a surrounding graveyard.

St. Magnus Cathedral

9.4/10 (104 reviews)
St. Magnus Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Kirkwall, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's museums and cathedral.
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Things to do

Ring of Brodgar

Orkney Day Trip - Starts in Stromness

$161
per adult
Orkney Day Trip - Starts in Stromness
Orkney: West Mainland Semi-Private Day Tour

Orkney: West Mainland Group Day Tour

$161
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Orkney: West Mainland Group Day Tour
Dwarfie Stane

Island of Hoy Day Trip

$148
per adult
Island of Hoy Day Trip
The Cliffs of Yesnaby

Orkney West Mainland Tour

$161
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Orkney West Mainland Tour
Orkney Day Trip: Meets the Scrabster - Stromness Ferry

Orkney Day Trip: Meets the Scrabster - Stromness Ferry

$161
per adult
Orkney Day Trip: Meets the Scrabster - Stromness Ferry
Skara brae

Private Full Day Tour in Orkney

$217
per adult
Private Full Day Tour in Orkney
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