Orkney (Skara Brae & Ring of Brodgar)

Kirkwall, Scotland · Free entry

UNESCO Neolithic Orkney: 5,000-year-old Skara Brae village, the Ring of Brodgar and Kirkwall's St Magnus Cathedral.

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Mooch tip Ring of Brodgar at sunset is unforgettable.

Visiting

Opening times: Always open (Skara Brae ticketed)
How long to allow: 2-3 days
Best time to go: Summer solstice
Accessibility: Varies

Getting there

Address: Kirkwall, KW15 1JF
Parking: Free
Nearest station: Ferry from Scrabster/Aberdeen or fly

Places to stay near Orkney (Skara Brae & Ring of Brodgar)

Howe Holiday HomesStromness · £££ · 3.3 km away The Mill of EyrlandStenness · ££££ · 4.4 km away The Stromness HotelStromness · ££££ · 5.4 km away Scapa Flow LodgesOrphir · £££££ · 7.3 km away

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