What is Kirkwall like for family-friendly holidays?
If you've been searching for the ideal family-friendly place for a holiday, you may want to consider Kirkwall. Here you'll find various types of activities sure to appeal to both children and adults alike. Spend a day visiting attractions such as St. Magnus Cathedral, Orkney Museum and Highland Park Distillery. When it's time to relax after a day of fun with the kids, Kirkwall has various places to stay, such as family hotels with pools and hotels with family suites. No matter what you want, Kirkwall offers different kinds of family accommodation options so you have a variety to choose from.
What are some of the best hotels in Kirkwall?
Top hotel picks in and around Kirkwall:
The Ayre Hotel
- Free parking • Free Wi-Fi • Restaurant • Bar • Attentive staff
The Shore
City centre hotel- Free Wi-Fi • Bar
Albert Hotel
- Free Wi-Fi • Restaurant • 2 bars • Attentive staff
The Orkney Hotel
City centre hotel, steps from Bishop's Palace- Free breakfast • Free parking • Free Wi-Fi • Restaurant • Bar
Royal Oak Guest House
- Free breakfast • Free parking • Free Wi-Fi • Bar
What should I see and do with kids in and around Kirkwall?
You’ll discover that Kirkwall and the surrounding area offers many interesting things to see and do while you're visiting with the kids. Here are some recommendations to make your getaway both educational and memorable:
- Museums & art galleries
- Orkney Museum
- Orkney Wireless Museum
- St. Magnus Cathedral
- Highland Park Distillery
- Scapa Beach
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