Guidebook for Orkney

Ann-Marie
Guidebook for Orkney

Sightseeing

Amazing a must see ~ Maeshowe was built in the Neolithic period. Constructed on a platform of levelled ground, like the nearby stone circles of Brodgar and Stenness, the monument is surrounded by a ditch and raised bank
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Maeshowe
Stoneyhill Road
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Amazing a must see ~ Maeshowe was built in the Neolithic period. Constructed on a platform of levelled ground, like the nearby stone circles of Brodgar and Stenness, the monument is surrounded by a ditch and raised bank
Amazing view and fascinating Stone formation
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Brodgar Ring
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Amazing view and fascinating Stone formation
St Magnus Cathedral known as the 'Light in the North' was founded in 1137 by the Viking, Earl Rognvald, in honour of his uncle St Magnus. The Cathedral belongs to the people of Orkney and its doors are open to all
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Sankt Magnus Katedralen
Broad Street
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St Magnus Cathedral known as the 'Light in the North' was founded in 1137 by the Viking, Earl Rognvald, in honour of his uncle St Magnus. The Cathedral belongs to the people of Orkney and its doors are open to all
Yesnaby --- had a car park, coastal trail and interpretive panels serve visitors. The area is popular with climbers because of Yesnaby Castle, a two-legged sea stack just south of the Brough of Bigging. The stack is sometimes described as a smaller version of the Old Man of Hoy.
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Yesnaby
Yesnaby Road
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Yesnaby --- had a car park, coastal trail and interpretive panels serve visitors. The area is popular with climbers because of Yesnaby Castle, a two-legged sea stack just south of the Brough of Bigging. The stack is sometimes described as a smaller version of the Old Man of Hoy.
is a stone-built Neolithic settlement, located on the Bay of Skaill on the west coast of Mainland, *Check visiting times**
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Skara Brae Prehistoric Village
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is a stone-built Neolithic settlement, located on the Bay of Skaill on the west coast of Mainland, *Check visiting times**
Amazing * The Italian Chapel is a highly ornate Catholic chapel on Lamb Holm in the Orkney Islands. It was built during World War II by Italian prisoners of war, who were housed on the previously uninhabited island while they constructed the Churchill Barriers to the east of Scapa Flow.
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Italiensk kapel
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Amazing * The Italian Chapel is a highly ornate Catholic chapel on Lamb Holm in the Orkney Islands. It was built during World War II by Italian prisoners of war, who were housed on the previously uninhabited island while they constructed the Churchill Barriers to the east of Scapa Flow.
Visit the Highland Park Whiskey Distillery - See how the whiskey is made and stored Great tour for families and couples
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Highland Park Distillery
Holm Road
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Visit the Highland Park Whiskey Distillery - See how the whiskey is made and stored Great tour for families and couples
Amazing -a must see You can also see the Old Man of Hoy from the Boat (ferry)
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Old Man of Hoy
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Amazing -a must see You can also see the Old Man of Hoy from the Boat (ferry)

Everything Else

Beautiful Kirkwall, Shop the shops and walk the streets Plenty of restaurants, pubs and things to do.
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Kirkwall
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Beautiful Kirkwall, Shop the shops and walk the streets Plenty of restaurants, pubs and things to do.

Food Scene

Amazing food and a beautiful view from your table
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Merkister Hotel
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Amazing food and a beautiful view from your table
Wonderful food!
The Stromness Hotel
15 Victoria Street
Wonderful food!
Excellent food!
Kirkwall Hotel station
Excellent food!

Parks & Nature

Beautiful paths and views (near the cliff - take care)
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Marwick Head
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Beautiful paths and views (near the cliff - take care)
Absolutely amazing - A must see, when the tide is out cross the path to Brough (bring a picnic * but watch the tide not to get stuck)
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Brough of Birsay
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Absolutely amazing - A must see, when the tide is out cross the path to Brough (bring a picnic * but watch the tide not to get stuck)

Arts & Culture

Pier Art Center - Amazing and beautiful building. Permanent collection the Center curates a year-round programme of changing exhibitions and events for the education and enjoyment of the general public. Admission is free.
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Pier Arts Centre
28-36 Victoria St
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Pier Art Center - Amazing and beautiful building. Permanent collection the Center curates a year-round programme of changing exhibitions and events for the education and enjoyment of the general public. Admission is free.

Essentials

Launderama
47 Albert St

Drinks & Nightlife

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Helgi's
14 Harbour St
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Ferry Inn
10 John St