Name: Skara Brae Prehistoric Village
Rating: 5.0

Skara Brae Prehistoric Village

Skara Brae, Sandwick, Stromness, Orkney KW16 3LR, UK

1-99 Years

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Skara Brae long before Stonehenge or even the Egyptian pyramids were built, Skara Brae was a thriving village. Step back 5,000 years in time to explore the best-preserved Neolithic settlement in Western Europe.

First uncovered by a storm in 1850, Skara Brae remains a place of discovery today. Visit a replica Neolithic house to see how its full interior might have looked. Then follow the path that overlooks the ancient buildings, imagining what life was like for the farmers, hunters and fishermen who lived here. The prehistoric houses still contain stone ‘dressers’ and box-beds.

Prices starts from £10.00 for adults, £6.00 for Child and £20.00 for Family. If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

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Host birthday parties: No

Features

Walk around an extraordinary village – the best-preserved group of prehistoric houses in all of Western Europe
Explore the nine surviving Neolithic houses, all but one of which can be viewed from the path
View original ‘fitted’ furniture made 5,000 years ago
See artefacts including gaming dice, tools and jewellery on display in the visitor centre
Take in the stunning variety of local birdlife and wildflowers
Visit Skaill House, an impressive 17th century mansion, adjacent to Skara Brae
Take our fun fact-finding quiz while exploring the Neolithic settlement.
Discover nearly 5,000 years of Orkney’s history and prehistory, including Skara Brae, with our Orkney Digital Guide.

Facilities

Parking: The level, tarmac surfaced car park, next to the visitor centre has accessible bays. If visiting Skaill House, visitors with limited mobility can also be dropped off directly outside.
Dogs: Assistance dogs are permitted at all our sites and within roofed areas. Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times and not left unattended at any time. Owners must pick up after their dogs.

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Price: Paid

Price Details

Skara Brae: From 1 November 2025 to 31 March 2026 (Skara Brae only):

Adult (16–64yrs): £10.00 for online & £12.00 for walk-up.
Child (7–15yrs): £6.00 for online & £7.00 for walk-up.
Family (1 adult, 2 children): £20.00 for online & £23.50 for walk-up.
Family (2 adults, 2 children): £29.00 for online & £34.00 for walk-up.
Family (2 adults, 3 children): £34.00 for online & £40.00 for walk-up.
Concession (65yrs+ and unemployed): £8.00 for online & £9.50 for walk-up.

For more information please visit: https://www.historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/places/skara-brae/prices-times/

Pricing URL: https://www.historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/places/skara-brae/prices-times/

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

1 Apr to 30 Sept: Daily, 9.30am to last entry at 4.30pm (closes 5.30pm)
1 Oct to 31 Mar: Daily, 10am to last entry at 3pm (closes 4pm)

Address: Skara Brae, Sandwick, Stromness, Orkney KW16 3LR, UK

Post Code: KW16 3LR

Council: Orkney Islands

County: Scotland

Location: Skara Brae, Sandwick, Orkney, KW16 3LR.
Parking: The level, tarmac surfaced car park, next to the visitor centre has accessible bays. If visiting Skaill House, visitors with limited mobility can also be dropped off directly outside.