The Old Man of Hoy is a huge stack of red sandstone on the island of Hoy. It is a distinctive landmark as well as a famous rock climb. Visitors can enjoy the various climbing routes available and soak in the beauty of the place.

Displaying outstanding artefacts featuring Orkney’s history from ancient times to the modern period is the Orkney Museum. There is an open air exhibit of artefacts set amidst the beautiful gardens as well as a photographic library housed in the museum.

The Piers Arts Centre has a magnificent collection of twentieth century art including major works of renowned artists like Barbara Hepworth and Ben Nicholson. Exhibitions and events by designers and artists are a regular feature in this art gallery.

A spectacular blend of performances from folk musicians and local talent can be witnessed in the Orkney Folk Festival. This festival showcases the musical and cultural life of the region with much aplomb.

Many of the city’s buildings were made with grey granite which was found in the quarries in the region, this has earned the city the title of ‘Granite City’. A...

The Broughty Castle houses a museum displaying a range of relics from this region, depicting the history and life of Dundee as a seaside town; it is also ideal f...