Private Tour

Kirkwall Private Walking Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours

Mobile ticket

For this tour you need to take the shuttle bus from the pier to the city centre.

Kirkwall is the largest town in Orkney, an archipelago in the north of mainland Scotland.

What to expect – your local guide will take you around Kirkwall, the largest town in Orkney, which is situated on the northern coast of mainland Orkney

We will explore St. Magnus Cathedral founded in 1137 by the Viking, Earl Rognvald, in honour of his uncle St Magnus.

Then we will visit two buildings full of history in the heart of Kirkwall: Bishop´s and Earl´s Palace. Bishop’s Palace is one of the best - preserved buildings from medieval times.

Once this visit is finished, we will head to Albert Street. Your local guide will meet you up at the meeting point and take you back to the ship.

PLEASE NOTE: WALKING INVOLVED

MISSING YOU ALREADY!!

Included: Bishop´s and Earl´s Palace

Additional Info

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

St. Magnus Cathedral Ticket

Bishop´s and Earl´s Palace Ticket

Private Tour

Professional Local Guide

We guarantee a full refund if you cancel this reservation 30 days prior to the arrival date.

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

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What To Expect

Saint Magnus Cathedral

St. Magnus Cathedral founded in 1137 by the Viking, Earl Rognvald, in honour of his uncle St magnus.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Bishop's Palace and Earl's Palace

Bishop´s and Earl´s Palace. Bishop’s Palace is one of the best - preserved buildings from medieval times. Earl’s Palace was built to impress with elaborate staircase, the guest chambers and the huge fireplaces.

40 minutes • Admission Included

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