Kirkwall Private Walking Tour

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

Itinerary

1. St. Magnus Cathedral founded in 1137 by the Viking, Earl Rognvald, in honour of his uncle St magnus. (1h 0min)
2. 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 min) Admission included
3. 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 min)
4. 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. (1h 0min)