Things to see and do in and around Stromness, Orkney

Jump in your car and in 10 minutes you find yourself in one of the richest archaeological landscapes in the world, the Heart of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage Site. From the spectacular and iconic Ring of Brodgar, to Maeshowe – the finest Neolithic tomb in Northern Europe, or the Neolithic settlement of Skara Brae – one of the best preserved groups of prehistoric houses in Western Europe, Stromness Apartments puts you on the doorstep of Neolithic Orkney.

Take in the beautiful island scenery at Warbeth Beach, just a short drive away. If you like hiking Brinkies Brae and Black Craig offer stunning panorama views of Stromness, Hoy and Skapa Flow. If you love nature; take a stroll around the wetland moors the Loons – regularly visited in the evenings by native owls. If you enjoy being active outdoors this is a great spot – why not try cycling the west mainland’s gently meandering roads or surfing at the Bay of Skaill – a popular beach with local surfers.