Kirkwall marks its place as the largest town and capital of Orkney Islands, comforting just 10 miles off the north coast of Scotland Kirkwall is well linked to Lerwick and Aberdeen through ferries. Many ferries operates daily from Shapinsay and the ferry port sits in the town centre providing easy access to commuters. The place holds an historic past which can be seen in its ancient cathedral, museums, medieval buildings to many shops telling about the glorious past of this place. Kirkwall has a mix of all for its guests making it a perfect den for stag and hen weekends. Wooing the stag and hen groups Kirkwall flaunts an array of pubs, clubs and variety of happening party hideouts which keeps the party lovers always on the move.

Accommodation in Kirkwall

Staying has never been a problem in Kirkwall the city boasts a wide range of hotels and B&B's which offers all modern amenities to make sure you enjoy a memorable stay. You guys can also find youth hostels in the town or even caravan and camping on site, which are also few other options lined up for you guys in here.

How to get there, through ferries

Travel from Scrabster to Stromness with NorthLink Ferres. Once docked, take the A965 for 15 miles to Kirkwall. Alternatively, travel from Aberdeen or Lerwick to Kirkwall with NorthLink Ferries. Once

docked at Hatston, turn left at the first junction to head towards Kirkwall town centre.

Interesting facts-

Visitors to Kirkwall over Christmas and New Year will be surprised to see shop windows being boarded up. This is to protect them from damage during the Ba game - a rugby scrum where two halves of the town fight over a ball, held on Christmas and New Year's Day.

Kirkwall Night Time

Night is the perfect time to explore the nightlife of this fascinating place, beautifully decked with plenty of bars and clubs Kirkwall offers some really great hideouts to sip in some refreshing drink. Along with relishing your drink you can enjoy some live folk music in these party dens.