Kirkwall - Skara Brae & Ring of Brodgar

Excursion

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Duration
3 hours 45 minutes
Activity level
Moderate – some mobility needed
Booking code
GBKWL-OP01

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Visit the extraordinary UNESCO-listed Ring of Brodgar and Skara Brae, the best-preserved Neolithic village in Northern Europe.
  • Discover the monuments of Orkney’s Neolithic heartland.

  • Stand among the 5,000-year-old standing stones at the Ring of Brodgar.

  • Explore the renowned Skara Brae, the remarkably well-preserved Neolithic village, and see the 17th century mansion, Skaill House.


Visit Orkney’s largest island, Mainland, which is rich in prehistoric archaeology.See the 5,000-year-old Ring of Brodgar, part of UNESCO’s Heart of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage Site.

Your journey of discovery continues to Skara Brae, where you can see the fascinating remains of the Neolithic village uncovered by a fierce storm in 1850. See artifacts including tools, beads and pottery in the visitor center, and visit the grand 17th century Skaill House, which is also located on the site.

Practical information

  • Remarks/requirements: Please wear comfortable walking shoes, warm layers and a waterproof coat.

  • Walking or Activity information: Involves moderate physical activity on relatively level surfaces and gentle terrain. There is a 0.3-mile walk to/from the visitor center to reach Skara Brae, and there is some rough ground at Ring of Brodgar.

  • Wheelchair accessible: No

  • Language Availability: English

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