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Unstan Chambered Cairn

Explore a Neolithic round chambered cairn in Orkney, known for its ‘Unstan Ware’ pottery.

Midhowe Broch

Visit a fortified Iron Age settlement dramatically positioned above the coast.

Noltland Castle

Count the gunholes dotting the exterior of this unique and imposing castle.

Grain Earth House

Climb down into an underground Iron Age chamber supported on stone pillars.

Blackhammer Chambered Cairn

Enter the chamber of a 5,000-year-old burial monument on the small Orcadian island of Rousay.

Taversöe Tuick Chambered Cairn

Explore three tombs in one at this unusual Neolithic chambered cairn.

Knowe of Yarso Chambered Cairn

This ancient structure on the island of Rousay, Orkney, was used for communal burial some 5,000 years ago.

Rennibister Earth House

In the 1920s, Iron Age human remains were found by archaeologists at Rennibister Earth House—an unexpected discovery in a structure never designed for burial.

Stones of Stenness

Plan your visit to the Stones of Stenness and explore over 5,000 years of history.

Skara Brae

Visit Skara Brae and explore the best-preserved Neolithic settlement in Western Europe.

Dounby Click Mill

Admire the charm and craftsmanship of a fully-restored early 1800s water mill.

Earl's Palace, Birsay

Formerly the residence of Robert Stewart, the Earl’s Palace is a fine courtyard castle, and remains in a remarkable state of completeness.

Holm of Papa Westray Chambered Cairn

Explore Holm of Papa Westray Chambered Cairn, a well-preserved 5,000 year old burial monument.

Wideford Hill Chambered Cairn

Explore this excellent example of Neolithic design and construction.

Eynhallow Church

Explore the ruins of the ‘Holy Isle’ – a Norse church and post-medieval settlement on an uninhabited Orcadian island.

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