Orkney - Wikipedia
WEBOrkney (/ ˈ ɔːr k n i /; Scots: Orkney; Old Norse: Orkneyjar; Norn: Orknøjar), also known as the Orkney Islands (archaically "The Orkneys"), is an archipelago in the Northern Isles of Scotland, situated off the north coast of the island of Great Britain.
Orkney Islands - Holidays, Maps & Travel | VisitScotland
WEBSee 5,000 year old sites in the UNESCO Heart of Neolithic Orkney, stroll along idyllic beaches and dramatic sea cliffs, get up close to amazing wildlife and reconnect with nature in Orkney. Discover Orkney Islands and find information on Orkney holidays, how to travel to Orkney, Orkney map, and more.
Things to Do & Attractions in Orkney | VisitScotland
WEBFind amazing things to do in Orkney, including the Italian Chapel, Stromness, wildlife tours, Kirkwall, Highland Park Distillery, St Magnus Way and more!
Orkney.com | This is Orkney
WEBOrkney welcomes visitors from around the world and offers accommodation that suits all tastes and budgets. Here's what you'll find on our islands - you'll be spoilt for choice!
Orkney Islands | List, Map, History, Geography, & Facts
WEBMar 21, 2024 · Overview of the Orkney Islands, group of more than 70 islands and islets—only about 20 of which are inhabited—in Scotland, lying about 20 miles (32 km) north of the Scottish mainland, across the strait known as the Pentland Firth.
The Ultimate Orkney Islands Travel Guide - Great British Bucket …
WEBJan 3, 2024 · Tucked away in the North Sea lie the Orkney Islands, a magical archipelago offering incredible scenery, wildlife walks, and adrenaline-inducing activities like diving among World War II shipwrecks and sea kayaking. There are so many places to visit in Orkney, including the beautiful Stradwick Bay.
A Guide to Visiting the Orkney Islands - Travel + Leisure
WEBApr 30, 2023 · On Orkney, you'll find a thriving capital with shops and tour operators, frequent ferry service connecting the islands, and one of Europe's highest concentrations of ancient Neolithic sites, all...
Orkney travel - Lonely Planet | Scotland, Europe
WEBOrkney. Scotland, Europe. There’s a magic to Orkney that you begin to feel as soon as the Scottish mainland slips astern. Only a few short miles of ocean separate the chain of islands from Scotland's north coast, but the Pentland Firth is one of Europe’s most dangerous waterways, a graveyard of ships that adds an extra mystique to these ...
36 Things to do in Orkney Scotland - Our Complete Guide
WEBOrkney, otherwise known as the Orkney Islands, is a stunning archipelago in Scotland. This collection of islands is located off the North Coast of the Scottish Mainland. The islands hold sights and experiences you can’t find anywhere else in Scotland, so believe us when we say there are many things to do in Orkney.
Orkney Visitor Guide - Accommodation, Things To Do & More
WEBOrkney offers a rich variety of activities on land, loch and sea to suit all abilities and interests, from golfing to walking, and from sailing to cycling. With almost 600 miles of coast and some great unspoilt areas, the islands are superb for …
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