We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers: Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox. Mac: Safari.

Orkney Islands

Free Newsletter

Interested in Orkney Islands?

We'll send you updates with the latest deals, reviews and articles for Orkney Islands each week.

Explore other Orkney Islands resources:

Things to do in Orkney Islands


Find Cheap Flights from Tampa to Aberdeen

Find the Best Things to Do

[ Popularity ] [ Alphabetically ]
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 12 attractions in Mainland
Attraction type: Historic site; Religious site
Traveller Reviews:
Read all reviews »
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 3 attractions in Orphir

A unique opportunity to see the underwater wonders of the wrecks in Scapa Flow with Roving Eye Boat Tours. Cruise on the comfortable and roomy "Guide" from Houton Pier to one of the many German ships at rest under the sea. Watch as the ROV (remote operated vehicle) is deployed and manoeuvred down to explore the wreck and see video pictures as they are transmitted up to be viewed in the comfort of the “Guide”. Cruise duration is approximately three hours. Underwater sea life live on the wrecks and seals and sea birds are often seen on the way back to the pier. A fun and educational trip for all! A VisitScotland 4 star Tour.

Attraction type: Educational site; Group tour/boat
Traveller Reviews:
Read all reviews »
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 12 attractions in Mainland

Ruins of ancient tower and huts used to defend the Scotish coastline from raiders.

Attraction type: Ancient ruins; Museum
Traveller Reviews:
Read all reviews »
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 1 attractions in Stromness
Attraction type: Art gallery
Be the first to review this attraction
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 5 attractions in Kirkwall
Attraction type: Historic site; Religious site
Traveller Reviews:
Read all reviews »
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 1 attractions in Hoy
Attraction type: Educational site; Military museum; Tourist/visitor centre
Traveller Reviews:
Read all reviews »
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 3 attractions in Orphir

Located eight miles west south west of Kirkwall at Orphir, the Earl's Bu comprises the foundations of ancient buildings which have been identified as the remains of the early 12th-century seat of Haakon Paulsson Earl of Orkney.

Attraction type: Ancient ruins
Traveller Reviews:
Read all reviews »
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 3 attractions in Orphir
Attraction type: Historic site; Historic walking area
Traveller Reviews:
Read all reviews »
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 5 attractions in Kirkwall

Creator of one of the finest single malts.

Attraction type: Brewery; Factory tour
Traveller Reviews:
Read all reviews »
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 12 attractions in Mainland
Attraction type: Geological formation; Other
Traveller Reviews:
Read all reviews »
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 5 attractions in Kirkwall
Attraction type: Religious site
Traveller Reviews:
Read all reviews »
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 5 attractions in Kirkwall

The Earl's Palace apparently has its place in history having been built for the Scottish nobility when they colonised the Orkney Islands in the 16th century.  The Earl's Palace and the Bishop's Palace

Attraction type: Historic site
Traveller Reviews:
Read all reviews »
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 5 attractions in Kirkwall

This museum details the 5,000-year history of the islands.

Attraction type: History museum
Be the first to review this attraction
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars

This treacherous pass made ship navigation difficult, resulting in over 10 sunken ship wrecks, providing an excellent dive site.

Attraction type: Waterway
Traveller Reviews:
Read all reviews »
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars

This is the largest Neolithic standing stone circle in Scotland, which is more than 340 feet in diameter consisting of 25 stones, the largest of which is 15 feet in height.

Attraction type: Historic site; Mysterious site; Ancient ruins
Traveller Reviews:
Read all reviews »
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars

A Neolithic village buried in the southern shore of Sandwick.

Attraction type: Historic site; Ancient ruins; Historic village
Traveller Reviews:
Read all reviews »
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars

The site of two Neolithic tombs built by the same people responsible for Skara Brae.

Attraction type: Historic site; Ancient ruins
Traveller Reviews:
Read all reviews »
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars

A 5000-year-old Stone Age tomb.

Attraction type: Ancient ruins; History museum
Traveller Reviews:
Read all reviews »
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is Orkney's largest island after Mainland.

Attraction type: Island
Traveller Reviews:
Read all reviews »

A 5,000-year-old monument that's thought to be Britain's only rock-cut tomb.

Attraction type: Ancient ruins; Monument; Mysterious site; Historic site
Be the first to review this attraction