Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Stromness February 2026 | Expedia.ca [Stromness Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Stromness.dx6055102)[Hotels in Stromness](https://expedia.ca/Stromness-Hotels.d6055102.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Stromness](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Stromness.d6055102.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Stromness Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Stromness.d6055102.Car-Rental-Guide)[Stromness Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Stromness.d6055102.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Stromness ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Stromness Types of activities [Stromness travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Stromness.dx6055102) ![Stromness featuring a bay or harbour and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055102/abb53a47-f69b-4134-830e-b51f5cfc3277.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Stromness featuring a bay or harbour and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055102/abb53a47-f69b-4134-830e-b51f5cfc3277.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Stromness which includes rocky coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055102/a5a74315-6a61-440b-a831-4458ea5b3c5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Stromness which includes boating and a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055102/75416790-9618-4db1-807f-84f2c43cf0c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Stromness featuring a hotel and a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055102/75e10a3b-1b4d-4eef-be62-696d4b3b6042.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Stromness Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Stromness has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Stromness is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Stromness to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Stromness Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Stromness. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Stromness attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ## Top places to visit ### 1\. Dunnet Head Lighthouse The Dunnet Head Lighthouse is located on the northernmost point of the Scottish mainland, perched on dramatic cliffs that plummet 300 feet (90 meters) into the turbulent Pentland Firth below. Drive or make the rewarding coastal hike up to this scenic viewpoint and enjoy vistas stretching over the sea to Orkney. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Dunnet-Head-Lighthouse-Thurso.d6088899.Vacation-Attraction) ![Dunnet Head Lighthouse which includes a lighthouse and rocky coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088899/d1701c08-4ee1-4cdd-9b64-3154d0e07e16.jpg) ### 2\. Skara Brae Learn about prehistoric life at Skara Brae, a small settlement that, despite being thousands of years old, still retains its original shape and structure. The buildings here form one of the best preserved sites of its kind in the British Isles. The layout of the ancient village is still intact, with several of the houses even displaying their original furnishings. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Skara-Brae-Stromness.d6089041.Vacation-Attraction) ![Skara Brae featuring a house, heritage elements and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089041/d7b95654-69d1-49ee-b491-f7efe594b532.jpg) ### 3\. Ring of Brogdar The Ring of Brodgar is both an enigmatic historical attraction and an area of spectacular natural beauty. Here, 27 standing stones form a perfect circle with a diameter of about 340 feet (104 meters). Examine the UNESCO-listed site, which sits amid the rolling hills and tranquil lochs of the Orkney Mainland. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Ring-Of-Brogdar-Stromness.d6089039.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ring of Brogdar which includes tranquil scenes, heritage elements and a monument](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089039/19458f1f-ba6a-408d-88d6-cfa2ba3f66d9.jpg) ### 4\. Standing Stones of Stenness Discover ancient history at the Standing Stones of Stenness. This collection of monoliths forms one of the oldest henge sites in the British Isles and is an ideal starting point to explore the prehistoric legacy of the Orkney Islands. The stunning landscape and diverse wildlife provide additional appeal to this iconic Orcadian landmark. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Standing-Stones-Of-Stenness-Scotland.d6089037.Vacation-Attraction) ![Standing Stones of Stenness showing tranquil scenes, general coastal views and a monument](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089037/0cf8fa00-9938-4fe9-84c2-c273d3c622ad.jpg) ### 5\. Maes Howe Maes Howe is among Europe’s finest Neolithic burial chambers. Built around 3,000 B.C., this mysterious structure features remarkably sophisticated stonework. Take a tour of the tomb’s interior and admire its massive sandstones, as well as the intriguing runic graffiti that was added thousands of years after its construction. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Maes-Howe-Stromness.d6089035.Vacation-Attraction) ![Maes Howe which includes tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089035/dfc4a278-0425-428c-84fb-4fb67bd1d9fc.jpg) ## Recommended things to do in Stromness | Number of things to do | 12 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Orkney Mainland Private Tour](/things-to-do/orkney-mainland-private-tour.a45645869.activity-details): CA $440 | | Top 5 things to do | [Orkney Mainland Private Tour](/things-to-do/orkney-mainland-private-tour.a45645869.activity-details)[Historic Orkney Private Odyssey Tour by a native Islander](/things-to-do/historic-orkney-4-hour-tour-by-a-local.a47109621.activity-details)[Orkney Islands Private Full Day Tour](/things-to-do/orkney-islands-private-full-day-tour.a49582129.activity-details)[Orkney Travel Highlights Tour - 5-6 hours](/things-to-do/orkney-mini-tour-5-hours.a2118237.activity-details)[East side Dander, an Evening tour of mainland Orkney](/things-to-do/east-side-dander-an-evening-tour-of-mainland-orkney.a50012443.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | | | With kids | [Orkney Mainland Private Tour](/things-to-do/orkney-mainland-private-tour.a45645869.activity-details) | ## What to do in Stromness --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Stromness ![Skara Brae which includes heritage architecture and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089041/3ec99c07-4ec5-4fe4-8aad-3ee5204b2b05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Skara Brae 4.5/5(2 reviews) Discover the secrets of Orkney’s earliest inhabitants and find out what life was like during prehistoric times at this beautifully preserved ancient village. [](https://expedia.ca/Skara-Brae-Stromness.d6089041.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ring of Brogdar which includes a monument and heritage elements as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089039/05a88827-4f12-4a0d-9cd9-914b14bb19fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ring of Brogdar 5/5(1 review) Delve into the mysteries of this prehistoric landmark, comprising a ring of standing stones set against the wild landscape of the Orkney Islands. [](https://expedia.ca/Ring-Of-Brogdar-Stromness.d6089039.Vacation-Attraction) ![Maes Howe which includes interior views and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089035/d623b7c5-f805-4ff5-ad30-b7de1847964e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Maes Howe Part of the Heart of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage Site, this fascinating chambered tomb predates the Egyptian pyramids. [](https://expedia.ca/Maes-Howe-Stromness.d6089035.Vacation-Attraction) ![Stromness which includes a beach, a bay or harbour and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635837536698/7e4b5e83-52ba-43c5-9c84-5244fff0480c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bay of Skaill Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bay of Skaill during your travels in Stromness. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's museums. [](https://expedia.ca/Bay-Of-Skaill-Stromness.d553248635837536698.Vacation-Attraction) #### Stromness Ferry Terminal 4/5(1 review) Explore the waterfront in Stromness with a trip to Stromness Ferry Terminal. Discover the area's hot springs and countryside. [](https://expedia.ca/Stromness-Ferry-Terminal-Stromness.d553248635930541862.Vacation-Attraction) #### Stromness Museum 3.5/5(2 reviews) You can spend time exploring the galleries in Stromness Museum during your trip to Stromness. You can enjoy the bars while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Stromness-Museum-Stromness.d553248621533025274.Vacation-Attraction) #### Piers Art Centre You can spend time studying the exhibits at Piers Art Centre in Stromness. Stroll along the marina or discover the area's hot springs. [](https://expedia.ca/Piers-Art-Centre-Stromness.d6089033.Vacation-Attraction) #### Barony Mill Find out about the history of Stromness when you spend time at Barony Mill. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's museums. [](https://expedia.ca/Barony-Mill-Stromness.d553248621561944803.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Stromness ![St. Magnus Cathedral featuring a cemetery, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089049/bc8289a1-a8a6-47cd-b722-a5639172ad73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kirkwall ![Old Man of Hoy featuring rocky coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089067/17645141-5496-4d1f-a357-d654725cbd3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hoy Island ![Farmland near Kirkness Looking eastwards towards the farm over a field of stubble.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048838/1f5c4f38-2503-453b-868a-038653217418.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Ian Balcombe](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/5330) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Dounby ![Vestra Fiold](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000473535/21abfe1d-9e31-4594-a5cf-e2cb6fdb6ca3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Douglas Law](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/86758) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Quoyloo ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Stromness worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Stromness? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Stromness? ### Is three days enough to stay in Stromness? ### What are some activities to do in Stromness with kids? > - [Orkney Mainland Private Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/orkney-mainland-private-tour.a45645869.activity-details) ### What to do in Stromness for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Stromness? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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