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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
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
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Included: Bishop´s and Earl´s Palace
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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
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
For this tour you need to take the shuttle bus from the pier to the city centre.
Traveler pickup
A962, Kirkwall KW15 1AE, UK
Harbour St, Kirkwall KW15 1HU, UK
Saint Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall, United Kingdom St. Magnus Cathedral founded in 1137 by the Viking, Earl Rognvald, in honour of his uncle St magnus. 60 minutes
Bishop's Palace and Earl's Palace, Kirkwall, United Kingdom 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
Kirkwall, Kirkwall, United Kingdom Albert Street a commercial area where you can enjoy some free time either doing some shopping, wandering around the area or simply having a drink 40 minutes
Kirkwall, Kirkwall, United Kingdom Kirkwall is the largest town in Orkney, which is situated on the northern coast of mainland Orkney. Kirkwall has many 17th-18th-century houses and other structures in the local vernacular style, characterised by the use of local materials and knowledge. 60 minutes
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
the-crimson-cosmos
05 Mar 2023
Helen was very patient and introduced every important historical location in town with great details. Lots of old stories about local customs, language and archaeology were told. Really appreciate the whole tour!
This tour in
Scotland
is organized by
Top Private Tours UK
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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