STROMNESS STROLL

A stroll around Stromness

Join a knowledgeable local guide for a stravaig* through our unique, beautiful, historic harbour town and enjoy being a temporary local.

This three hour walk will take you through the flagstone streets of Stromness with your guide, who will draw attention to important historical landmarks, shops, businesses and eateries, and many stunning viewpoints.

The experience will also include curatorial tours of the Pier Arts Centre and Stromness Museum, highlighting the heritage, creativity and culture in our thriving town.

Stromness Museum holds the principle maritime, natural history and ethnographic collections for Orkney.  Constituted in 1837, it is one of the oldest independent museums’ in the UK.  Its fascinating collections share stories of Stromness and its people. 

The Pier Arts Centre, Orkney’s five star arts venue, has a permanent collection of 20 and 21 Century modern art on display alongside a changing programme of local, national and international exhibitions.

*STRAVAIG v. roam, wander (about), travel through

Pier Arts Centre, photo by Orkney.com

Stromness Museum, photo by Orkney.com

Bookings for 2024 are now open, follow the link below to book on each of the tour dates offered!

Please use the contact us form to get in touch with any enquiries and to discuss bespoke bookings.

NUMBERS LIMITED TO 12 PER TOUR. BOOK EARLY!

We recommend flat comfortable footwear and appropriate clothing for the walk and the weather conditions.

Each half day Stromness Stroll starts at the Ferry Terminal and guides you through the flagstone streets of Stromness, stopping in at the Pier Arts Centre and Stromness Museum for 45 minute curatorial tours.