The Standing Stones Hotel is the ideal base for exploring all of Orkney. Here are some ideas of places to visit and things to do.

Within Walking Distance Maeshowe Tormiston Mill Standing Stones of Stenness Barnhouse Ring of Brodgar Fishing in Lochs of Harray and Stenness Within 5 miles Unstan Tomb Corrigall Farm Museum Skara Brae Skaill House Stromness Golf Course Within 10 miles St Magnus Cathedral Rousay (by ferry) Hoy (by ferry) The North Isles (by ferry) Orkney Craft Trail Kirkwall Golf Course

Birds and Flowers
Mid-May to mid-July is the best time to see birds in Orkney. Over 300 species of birds have been recorded here. Visits to outer island bird reserves can be arranged.

Wild flowers are at their best between May and June. You may be fortunate and find the tiny rare Primula Scotica

Outdoor and Sporting Pursuits

Sea Angling

Rock climbing

Squash

Sub aqua. The wrecks of Scapa Flow offer challenging diving in sheltered waters and attract divers from all over the world.

Visit craft shops - there are many individual craft industries nearby, including Cottage Crafts Orkney and many others. Visit Orkney Designer Crafts for more details

Guided tours
If your time is limited or this is your first visit to Orkney, a guided tour may be the best way to explore. Michael Hartley of Wildabout offers relaxed, informative tours daily. Pickup can be arranged from the hotel.