Broch of Gurness

Prices & times

Admission

We recommend booking online in advance. 

Please note, there are no toilets at the Broch of Gurness. The nearest public toilets are at Evie Pier. Search for public toilets on Orkney.

Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. 

Concession price: this applies if you can show proof that you’re aged 65+ or unemployed. Please note this does not apply to students.

Admission prices are subject to change.

Free and discounted admission

• Historic Scotland members get free entry to our sites. You must show your valid membership on arrival. 
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• English Heritage, Manx and Cadw members get half price entry in your first year and free entry for renewal and life members. 
• Carers who accompany visitors with disabilities receive free entry. Please make an online booking to guarantee entry. Tickets are limited to two carers per transaction.
• Have a Young Scot card? Pay just £1 to visit this site. You must show your valid Young Scot card on arrival (children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult).  

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Opening times

1 April to 30 September: Daily, 10am to 4.30pm (last entry 4pm).

Closed for lunch 12.30pm to 1pm.

Daily tour at 10.30am. The tour takes 45 minutes and is included in the ticket price. Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time at the visitor centre.

Closures

1 October to 31 March

Adverse weather or other reasons beyond our control may cause a site to close. We advise checking ahead if the forecast is poor or you are making a long journey. Current unexpected and short term closures