Kirkwall Private Walking Tour

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4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

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

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

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

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

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1

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

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 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 minutes • Admission ticket 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 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 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.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Top Private Tours UK

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Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Shore Excursions
Port Pickup
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