Wander is a travel search engine that allows you to find the perfect travel destination that fits your budget and preferences.
The Earl's Palace is a ruined Renaissance-style palace near St Magnus's Cathedral in the centre of Kirkwall, Orkney, Scotland. Built by Patrick, Earl of Orkney, its construction began in 1607 and was largely undertaken via forced labour. Today, the ruins are open to the public.
The palace was built after Patrick, Earl of Orkney, decided that the accommodation provided by the Bishop's Palace was inadequate for his needs. Earl Patrick is widely acknowledged to have been one of the most tyrannical noblemen in Scotland's history. He decided to extend the complex by building a new palace on the adjoining land. This was complicated by the fact he did not actually own this property. He quickly acquired it by fabricating charges of theft against the unfortunate owner, trying him and having him executed. Upon his imprisonment at Edinburgh in 1609, his bastard son Robert began a rebellion on his behalf and seized the palace, along with nearby St Magnus's Cathedral and Kirkwall Castle. An army led by the Earl of Caithness laid siege, and the Castle was destroyed. Earl Patrick and his son were later executed for treason.
A tiny museum just opposite St Magnus Cathedral. You can find many interesting things about life on Orkney since prehistory till nowadays. It's definitely worth a visit if you are in Kirkwall. It's free of charge but you may leave an offer.
Alessandro RamondettiNov 24, 2017
Good museum covering the Orkney history, and on top of all it was free
Oscar HenrikssonApr 15, 2018
An excellent museum showing the breadth and depth of life in Orkney. Very much worth a visit.
Kit LaneDec 5, 2017
(Also known as Tankerness House).You could spend ages in here. Gives a brilliant overview of Orkney's history, and a real feel for its people. Exhibits are well displayed and the commentaries concise yet informative. Strongly recommend a visit.
Ros HarreJun 27, 2017
A wealth of interesting artefacts and information about Orkney's fascinating history. Some kids activities but a bit short on hands on activities for younger children
George HolmezAug 11, 2017
Great exhibition with all you need to know on the island's history - including the traditional Ba' game
Federica BedendoJun 23, 2018
Excellent museum telling the history of Orkney from prehistory till 20th Century. Free admission.
Thomas MerrettJul 9, 2018
Great museum, if there is a famous artifact found on Orkney, chances are its in this museum.
Toby NJun 17, 2018
A tiny museum just opposite St Magnus Cathedral. You can find many interesting things about life on Orkney since prehistory till nowadays. It's definitely worth a visit if you are in Kirkwall. It's free of charge but you may leave an offer.
Alessandro RamondettiNov 24, 2017
Good museum covering the Orkney history, and on top of all it was free
Oscar HenrikssonApr 15, 2018
An excellent museum showing the breadth and depth of life in Orkney. Very much worth a visit.
Kit LaneDec 5, 2017
(Also known as Tankerness House).You could spend ages in here. Gives a brilliant overview of Orkney's history, and a real feel for its people. Exhibits are well displayed and the commentaries concise yet informative. Strongly recommend a visit.
Ros HarreJun 27, 2017
A wealth of interesting artefacts and information about Orkney's fascinating history. Some kids activities but a bit short on hands on activities for younger children
George HolmezAug 11, 2017
Great exhibition with all you need to know on the island's history - including the traditional Ba' game
Federica BedendoJun 23, 2018
Excellent museum telling the history of Orkney from prehistory till 20th Century. Free admission.
Thomas MerrettJul 9, 2018
Great museum, if there is a famous artifact found on Orkney, chances are its in this museum.
Toby NJun 17, 2018
A tiny museum just opposite St Magnus Cathedral. You can find many interesting things about life on Orkney since prehistory till nowadays. It's definitely worth a visit if you are in Kirkwall. It's free of charge but you may leave an offer.
Alessandro RamondettiNov 24, 2017
Good museum covering the Orkney history, and on top of all it was free
Oscar HenrikssonApr 15, 2018
An excellent museum showing the breadth and depth of life in Orkney. Very much worth a visit.
Kit LaneDec 5, 2017
(Also known as Tankerness House).You could spend ages in here. Gives a brilliant overview of Orkney's history, and a real feel for its people. Exhibits are well displayed and the commentaries concise yet informative. Strongly recommend a visit.
Ros HarreJun 27, 2017
A wealth of interesting artefacts and information about Orkney's fascinating history. Some kids activities but a bit short on hands on activities for younger children
George HolmezAug 11, 2017
Great exhibition with all you need to know on the island's history - including the traditional Ba' game
Federica BedendoJun 23, 2018
Excellent museum telling the history of Orkney from prehistory till 20th Century. Free admission.
Thomas MerrettJul 9, 2018
Great museum, if there is a famous artifact found on Orkney, chances are its in this museum.
Toby NJun 17, 2018
| Monday | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM, 1:30 – 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM, 1:30 – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM, 1:30 – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM, 1:30 – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM, 1:30 – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM, 1:30 – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Wander is a travel search engine that allows you to find the perfect travel destination that fits your budget and preferences.