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Visitor Information
1 September – 19 October 2025
Open Daily 10:00 – 16:00 except CLOSED Tuesday and Wednesdays
First Admission at 10:00. Last Admission at 15:00.
We’re unable to appoint staff until the 2026 season, and in the meantime the site is run entirely by volunteers. If you wish to help us, please get in touch!
Open Daily 10:00 – 16:00 except CLOSED Tuesday and Wednesdays
First Admission at 10:00. Last Admission at 15:00.
We’re unable to appoint staff until the 2026 season, and in the meantime the site is run entirely by volunteers. If you wish to help us, please get in touch!
Tomb of the Eagles Admission Fees 2025
| Category | Standard Price | Orkney Resident Price (20% Off) |
|---|---|---|
| Adults | £10.00 | £8.00 |
| Concessions (65+) | £6.00 | £4.80 |
| Disabled | £6.00 | £4.80 |
| Carer | Free | Free |
| Children (7-15) | £6.00 | £4.80 |
| Children (Under 7) | Free | Free |
| Family Ticket (2 Adults and any number of children) | £25.00 | £20.00 |
| Tour Guides (with group of 5 or more in party) | Free | Free |
| Tour Guide Visitors | £8.00 | £8.00 |
| Guide Book | £5.00 | £5.00 |
This virtual tour gives you a feel for the scale and content of the displays at the Tomb of the Eagles Visitor Centre. When you visit these are enhanced by talks telling the story of the Mesolithic Stone Age and Bronze Age sites and how they were excavated. Unique among archaeological sites in Orkney, visitors can actually handle some of the 5,000 year old artefacts found in the tomb.
Visitor Centre Accessibility
The Visitor Centre and displays are accessible to all. There is a dedicated Parking area adjacent to the Centre, which has ramp access and hand rails.
- Level flooring throughout.
- A few seats are available in all areas.
- Spacious, well-equipped toilet facilities, wheelchair friendly.
Hearing loop. - ‘Hands on’ tour is ideal for people with visual or hearing impairment.
Family Friendly
- Talks, worksheets and displays are ideal for children
- Facilities are baby and toddler friendly
- Feeding and baby changing facilities
- The sites are accessible for pushchairs, except in extreme wet conditions
- Picnic area – inside and out
- Possible for wheelchairs in dry conditions
- Dogs on leads are welcome on the walk and dog water bowls available
Route Information
- Distance: 1 mile (1.5km) to the Tomb, Bronze Age site is half way.
- Walking surface: farm roads and grass path.
- The circular tour (walking) takes around 1.5 hours. There are a few strategically placed seats along the route.
Entering the “Tomb” – Using the Time Travel Trolley
The passageway into the Tomb is 28” (70 cm) wide and 33” (85 cm) high. The roof is 3 metres high with skylights providing light. The quickest/easiest option to enter the tomb is to crawl along the 3 metre passageway. Alternatively, many visitors have a great time using the ingenious trolley!
IMPORTANT! Before entering the Tomb of the Eagles, it is imperative that you consider the following advice. We advise you NOT TO ENTER THE TOMB if you are feeling unwell for whatever reason. We would also advise people who are claustrophobic not to enter, even though the interior of the Tomb is lit by natural light from above. Please TAKE GREAT CARE WHEN ENTERING OR EXITING along the passageway, taking particular care not to bang your head on the low passageway roof at either end. We hope that you enjoy your Time Travel by Trolley experience!
IMPORTANT! Before entering the Tomb of the Eagles, it is imperative that you consider the following advice. We advise you NOT TO ENTER THE TOMB if you are feeling unwell for whatever reason. We would also advise people who are claustrophobic not to enter, even though the interior of the Tomb is lit by natural light from above. Please TAKE GREAT CARE WHEN ENTERING OR EXITING along the passageway, taking particular care not to bang your head on the low passageway roof at either end. We hope that you enjoy your Time Travel by Trolley experience!
The Cliff Top Walk & Wild Flower Trail
The scenery and wild flowers along the cliff walk are impressive. This is a wonderful example of maritime heath (including Grass of Parnassus and both Heath-spotted and Northern March Orchids). Wildlife can include a large variety of birds and seabirds, the Common Blue Butterfly, common and grey seals and occasionally if you’re very lucky, Orca and other cetaceans.
Self-Guided Tours
For a relaxed visit, ideally allow 2-4 hours to enjoy the interpretation, and tour the sites.
Last admission is 1 hour before closing time at 15:00.
Cars – no booking required
Large Coach parties are not allowed owing to infrastructure and staffing limitations. Small-medium sized minibuses are welcome – booking preferred.
Groups (6+) will receive a 20% discount (preferably paid as one transaction).
Local residents from Orkney also qualify for a 20% price reduction – use your driving licence or alternative when booking at reception.
For special arrangements, minibus bookings or general enquiries, please use the enquiry form.
Visitors who are unable to access the sites assure us they get excellent value for money with the exceptional interpretation and hospitality available in the Visitor Centre.
Last admission is 1 hour before closing time at 15:00.
Cars – no booking required
Large Coach parties are not allowed owing to infrastructure and staffing limitations. Small-medium sized minibuses are welcome – booking preferred.
Groups (6+) will receive a 20% discount (preferably paid as one transaction).
Local residents from Orkney also qualify for a 20% price reduction – use your driving licence or alternative when booking at reception.
For special arrangements, minibus bookings or general enquiries, please use the enquiry form.
Visitors who are unable to access the sites assure us they get excellent value for money with the exceptional interpretation and hospitality available in the Visitor Centre.
The Gift Shop
The Gift Shop is unfortunately closed for the 2025 season, but will reopen in April 2026. We encourage all visitors to buy the excellent site Guidebook priced at £5.
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