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Scapa Beach
Tourist attraction
👍 Nice short walk along the beach and past Scapa distillery. The HMS Royal Oak memorial is worth a visit - reminds you of the senselessness of war.
The views of Scapa Flow are amazing.
4.70 (462 reviews)
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The Foveran
British restaurant
Family-run restaurant for shellfish and Scottish cuisine from local produce, plus sea-view rooms.
$$$ $
4.80 (241 reviews)
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Archive Coffee
Cafe
👍👍 Went in here for lunch, got a booth and ordered from their extensive menu.
Pleasantly surprised at the large portions that were served at reasonable prices. Staff were polite and helpful, will definitely visit again.
$$ $$
4.70 (353 reviews)
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Helgi's
Restaurant
Classic British & European comfort fare in railroad-style space with cozy interiors & bar seating.
$$ $$
4.50 (570 reviews)
5
Orkney Caravan Park at The Pickaquoy Centre
Campground
👍👍 Really good, flat pitches. Several well organised hard standings and by far the cleanest and most spacious shower block I’ve ever seen on a campsite. Good laundry, kitchen and lounge facilities too. 👏
4.60 (272 reviews)
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VisitScotland Kirkwall iCentre
Tourist information center
👍👍 Plenty to see and do in Orkney, the centre here your one stop shop, also doubles up as the bus station from Kirkwall to any part of the Orkney mainland
4.60 (243 reviews)
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The Pickaquoy Centre
Leisure centre
Modern sports and entertainment complex with swimming pools, a gym, kids' soft play and a 3D cinema.
4.50 (355 reviews)
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The Storehouse Restaurant with Rooms
Hotel
👍👍 We stayed here for three nights in Orkney. We ate here every night as well, and I'd recommend the same to anyone. The scallops are the best I've ever had. The fish is fresh and prepared very well. The steak paired nicely with Highland Park scotch. Mocktails are delicious. Staff is very friendly.
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4.60 (218 reviews)
10
Bishop’s and Earl's Palaces
Tourist attraction
Enduring stone ruins of 2 ornate palaces built in the 1100s & in 1606 in the Renaissance-style.
4.50 (323 reviews)
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Lucano
Italian restaurant
Traditional Italian cooking & pizza presented in a comfy setting with beer, wine & some spirits.
$$ $$
4.40 (577 reviews)
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Auld Motor Hoose
Pub
👍 Next to the bus station so ideal if you have an hour to kill before your next bus. Wifi ok, staff seem preoccupied with the regulars so didn't get any customer service from them
$$ $$
4.50 (299 reviews)
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Scapa Distillery Visitor Centre
Distillery
👍👍 I loved my visit here. It was extraordinary! Jim is an amazing and funny guide. Like some other reviews have said you do not get to see the stills and every detail of the whisky making process (so if you have not seen that yet make sure you visit another distillery before this one). This tour focuse...
4.50 (251 reviews)
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Harbour Fry
Fish and chips takeaway
👍👍 When in Kirkwall you must try a 'Pattie Supper' - mince & potatoes mashed with spices and deep fat fried, served with chips. Not found anywhere else in Scotland
$ $$$
4.40 (368 reviews)
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Lidl
Supermarket
👍👍 This is the kind of supermarket that elevates the quality of food for everyone on this remote Scottish island. Tons of imported food products of excellent quality, especially for rural Orkney. I was surprised by the fine produce, wine, cheese and seafood -- it was all excellent. Sometimes Lidl is...
4.30 (550 reviews)
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Willows Takeaway
Fish and chips takeaway
👍👍 The Willows is my favourite Fish n Chips in Orkney. Actually, it's more than just Fish n Chips as it does Chinese food as well. I was curious to see how they compared to Mainland takeaways. The chips looked and tasted great, but the real test for me was the white pudding, which I had last night....
$ $$$
4.40 (262 reviews)
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The Old Library
Cafe
👍👍 Archive coffee and The old library are the same cafe. We were a bit confused when searching the place on google map but not a problem. Cozy cafe with friendly staff. Good vibe , good food. Would go back.
$$ $$
4.70 (112 reviews)
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The Orkney Museum
Museum
Exhibits & artefacts on the area's history from the Stone Age to present day in a 1570s townhouse.
4.60 (135 reviews)
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Ayre Hotel & Apartments
Hotel
Relaxed hotel overlooking a harbour offering free breakfast & Wi-Fi, plus a restaurant/bar.
$87/night
4.30 (416 reviews)
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Well Park Garden Centre
Garden center
👍👍 Some might think I’m being bias but I’m being 100% honest. I arrived the other day and asked Kirsten and was politely replied I will get her for you now. I’ve received a warm welcome from her and then introduced to family and staff and offer food and drinks! That’s so sweet, kind and unheard of In m...
4.80 (89 reviews)