Pocket Rough Guide British Breaks Orkney

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This expert-curated guide book to Orkney shines a spotlight on a more unusual British city break, with a wealth of practical information on what to see and do. Each area or neighbourhood featured in this Orkney travel guide is explored in-depth with detailed coverage of the points of interest, shops, restaurants, cafes and bars on offer. Excursions to surrounding areas give plenty of options for those looking to enjoy a longer stay. This Orkney guide book has been fully updated post-COVID-19.

The Pocket Rough Guide to ORKNEY covers: Stromness and around, West Mainland, Hoy, Kirkwall, East Mainland, Lamb Holm, Burray, South Ronaldsay, Rousay, Egilsay, Wyre, Westray, Papa Westray, Eday, Sanday, Stronsay, North Ronaldsay, Shapinsay.

Inside this travel guide to Orkney you will find:

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER

Experiences selected for every kind of trip to Orkney, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Stronsay to family activities in child-friendly places, like North Ronaldsay or city breaks in popular tourist areas, like St Magnus Cathedral.

INCISIVE AREA-BY-AREA OVERVIEWS
Covering Stromness and around, West Mainland, Hoy, Kirkwall, Wyre and more, the practical 'Places' section of this Orkney travel guide provides all you need to know about must-see sights and the best places to eat, drink, sleep and shop.

TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES
The routes suggested by Rough Guides' expert writers cover top attractions like Tomb of the Eaglesand Maeshowe, and hidden gems like Old Man of Hoy and Castle o'Burrian.

DAY-TRIPS
Venture further afield to Westray or Egilsay. This  travel guide to Orkney tells you why to go, how to get there, and what to see when you arrive.

HONEST INDEPENDENT REVIEWS
Written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, our expert writers will help you make the most of your trip to Orkney.

COMPACT FORMAT
Packed with pertinent practical information, this  Orkney guide book is a convenient companion when you're out and about exploring Skara Brae.

ATTRACTIVE USER-FRIENDLY DESIGN
Fresh magazine-style layout, inspirational colour photography and colour-coded maps throughout this Orkney travel guide.

PRACTICAL TRAVEL INFORMATION
Includes invaluable background information on how to get to Orkney, getting around, tourist information, festivals and events, plus an A-Z directory.

FREE EBOOK
Free eBook download with every purchase of this guide book to Orkney to access all the content from your phone or tablet, for on-the-road exploration.

Book Details

ISBN: 9781839057892
Series: Pocket Rough Guides
Publication Date: 6/6/2023
Pages: 136
Dimensions: 100 x 191

Series

This title is a part of Pocket Rough Guides

Pictorial, compact travel guides series to countries, cities and regions with a pull-out map and factual travel tips perfect for short trips and travellers seeking concise travel information and practical listings.


  • Concise practical travel information includes getting there, getting around, climate and safety tips, accommodation, food & drink advice and shopping essentials 

  • Things Not to Miss at the beginning of each guide

  • Colour-coded places chapters with key coverage of places and sights in points-of-interest structure

  • Recommendations for accommodation, restaurants, shops and leisure activities for all budgets

  • Pull-out detailed maps with marked-up key sights or listings

  • Printed on paper from responsible sources verified to meet FSC’s strict environmental and social standards

  • Free eBook with each purchased printed guide from May 2019


Format: 102 x 190mm

Price: £7.99-£8.99 | $12.99-$13.99

Extent: 128–208 pages

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