Orkneyinga Saga Centre - Orkney

Orkneyinga Saga Centre

The Orkneyinga Saga Centre is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in history, particularly the Viking era. Located at 1 Gyre Rd, Orphir, Orkney KW17 2RD, United Kingdom, this tourist attraction offers a wealth of information about the legendary Viking sagas and the people who lived in the Orkney Islands.

Upon entering the centre, visitors are greeted by a series of interactive displays and exhibits that bring the sagas to life. The centre features a museum that showcases artifacts and relics from the Viking era, as well as a restaurant and seating area where guests can relax and enjoy a meal or snack.

The Orkneyinga Saga Centre is also wheelchair accessible, with a wheelchair-friendly car park, entrance, and toilet facilities available for visitors with disabilities. The centre is family-friendly, with activities and exhibits designed to entertain and educate children.

Visitors have praised the Orkneyinga Saga Centre for its informative displays and engaging atmosphere. The centre's interactive video presentation, which is available free of charge, has been particularly well-received by guests. The on-site restaurant has also received positive feedback, with many visitors appreciating the quality of the food and the comfortable seating area.

One notable point of interest at the Orkneyinga Saga Centre is the nearby kirkyard, a somber but fascinating testament to the area's history. The coastal walk behind the centre offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape, making it a perfect spot for nature lovers and photographers.

The centre has received 61 reviews on Google My Business, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars. Many visitors have praised the centre for its informative exhibits, friendly staff, and overall atmosphere. Despite some negative reviews, such as those related to the centre being temporarily closed, the majority of feedback is positive and encouraging.

Specialties and Other Points of Interest

• Museum
• Tourist attraction

• Wheelchair-accessible car park
• Wheelchair-accessible entrance
• Wheelchair-accessible toilet
• Toilet
• Restaurant
• Good for kids

👍 Reviews of Orkneyinga Saga Centre

Ken W.

5/5

Well wow the trip. The visitor centre was very informative and even played a video all for free. Don't see that very oftern

Debbie

5/5

Some fabulous history - with humour. Toilets were nice & clean. Very sad but interesting kirkyard with a lovely coastal walk just behind

ghislaine H.

3/5

Unable to judge whether this is interesting. Despite Google maps telling us it was open it actually wasn't and won't be until mid-April. Luckily we didn't have to go far out of our way but for anyone else keen to visit it would be best to check at Tourist Info first

Clive M.

3/5

Of some importance because of the mention of the site in the Orkneyinga saga. A few remains of the Norse hall and the church but very little information which helps to interpret the site. The Norse water mill in an adjacent field is pretty well blocked off by the farmer. The Saga Centre itself is worthy if rather dull. The video is helpful but somewhat dated. The toilets are excellent!

The coastal walk to Breck is enjoyable enough. Some care needs to be taken where the path passes close to the cliff edge.

Kevin Y.

5/5

A wonderful place to visit, one of Orkney's hidden treasures. A short walk and you can be on the shore line.

michgellie

5/5

Place to ourselves when we visited. Free to enter and donations accepted. The centres a bit dated and flat but outside is great.

Roberto S.

4/5

Near the ruin of an oval viking church. A place for dreaming about the adventurous past of the men of the North.

maz M. -. T. T.

2/5

No's much to see here. I sheltered in the visitor centred while it rained. But there wasn't much there. Part of circular church remains but not particularly striking for me.