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Historic places in Orkney
Orkney boasts over 5,000 years of history. Discover historic sites to visit on this special group of islands and islets.
Skara Brae - Shop and eat
After exploring the site, you can relax in our family-friendly café, or browse the wide range of souvenirs and Scottish-made products, including our Orkney collection at the Visitor Centre shop.
Earl's Palace, Birsay - History and stories
Robert Stewart built his grand palace at the northern tip of Orkney's mainland between 1569 and 1574.
Wideford Hill Chambered Cairn - History and stories
A brief history of Wideford Hill Chambered Cairn and its links to other nearby prehistoric and Neolithic sites on Orkney.
Eynhallow Church - History and stories
A brief history of Eynhallow Church which stands on one of the Orkney Islands
Broch of Gurness - Plan your visit
All the information you need to plan a visit to Broch of Gurness on Orkney.
Broch of Gurness - History and stories
A brief history of Broch of Gurness on Orkney including information about the layout, former inhabitants and Viking burials.
St Magnus Church - History and stories
A brief history of St Magnus Church in Orkney.
Earl's Bu and Church, Orphir - History and stories
The Earl’s Bu and Church are strongly associated with the Orkneyinga Saga.
Knap of Howar - Plan your visit
Information to help you plan a visit to Knap of Howar on Orkney.
Knap of Howar - History and stories
A brief history of Knap of Howar on Orkney.
Hackness Battery and Martello Tower - History and stories
Discover the history of Hackness Battery and Martello Tower, mighty coastal defences in Orkney, built during the Napoleonic Wars.
Cubbie Roo's Castle and St Mary's Chapel - History and stories
Cubbie Roo’s Castle is first mentioned in the Orkneyinga Saga as a ‘fine stone castle’ built in 1145 by the great Kolbein Hruga – also known as Cubbie Roo.
Maeshowe Chambered Cairn - Plan your visit
Plan your visit to Maeshow Chambered Cairn in Orkney.
Midhowe Chambered Cairn - Plan your visit
Information to help you plan a visit to Midhowe Chambered Cairn on the Island of Rousay, Orkney.
Taversöe Tuick Chambered Cairn - Plan your visit
Information to help you plan a visit to Taversöe Tuick Chambered Cairn.