Location: Kirkwall
Top Things to do in Kirkwall
What to do and see in Kirkwall, Scotland: The Best Nature & Wildlife Tours
Kirkwall (Scottish Gaelic: Bàgh na h-Eaglaise) is the largest settlement and capital of Orkney, an archipelago in the north of Scotland, as well as the most populous island settlement in Scotland. The city is first mentioned in Orkneyinga saga in the year 1046 when it is recorded as the residence of Rögnvald Brusason the Earl of Orkney, who was killed by his uncle Thorfinn the Mighty. In 1486, King James III of Scotland elevated Kirkwall to the status of a royal burgh; modern roadsigns still indicate "The City and Royal Burgh of Kirkwall".
Restaurants in Kirkwall
1. Orkney Uncovered
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5.0 based on 516 reviews
Orkney Uncovered Private Tours, provides private guided tours of the Orkney Islands. We cover all of Orkney’s history, culture, economy, food and drink. We specialise in Military history and Scapa Flow. We provide bespoke Ancient Orkney private tours with a focus on Neolithic Orkney, the Iron Age and the Viking Ages. All our tours are tailored to meet our clients requirements. Orkney Uncovered Private Tours are open 365 day a year and offer professional,fun and informative private touring experience.
2. Orkney Travel
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5.0 based on 13 reviews
We provide guided tours with an official accredited Green Badge guide around Orkney. We travel in small groups to guarantee a more up close and personal experience. We want to show you the most charming hidden corners.
3. Brodgar
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5.0 based on 17 reviews
Time travel adventures in the Orkney Islands! Be a Viking on the Orkney Viking Hiking tour. Learn Viking skills, experience Viking culture, cook over open fire, while out in the stunning Orkney landscape. Or join our Pilgrimage walk in the footsteps of Saint Magnus. The Pilgrimage tour combines the spirit of the medieval pilgrimage with contemporary spirituality, local culture and nature.
4. GoOrkney
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5.0 based on 18 reviews
At GoOrkney, we 'Go the extra mile' offering a range of book now and bespoke luxury guided tours of the Orkney Islands to discerning leisure and corporate visitors. Our tours are carefully created and designed to ensure your Orkney experience exceeds your expectations, leaving you with wonderful memories and a desire to return. Our small, personalised private tours of Orkney will make your trip simply unforgettable.
5. Sea Kayak 59° North
My name is Kristian and I love nothing more than sharing my passion of the sea and my home with others. I was brought up in a cottage on the shores of Elwick Bay on the island of Shapinsay playing in or on the sea on all types of craft. being brought up in a family of sea faires certainly helped my passion and understanding of the local waters. I am currently a moderate water sea kayak coach and an advanced sea kayak leader. I love nothing more than sharing my passion with others
