Step inside the spectacular ruins of a remarkable residence at the heart of Kirkwall. The medieval Bishop's Palace was built in the 1100s at about the same time as St Magnus Cathedral. In the early 1600s, the Bishop's Palace was incorporated into a refined Renaissance palace commissioned by Earl Patrick Stewart, one of Orkney's most notorious rulers. The Earl's Palace was reputedly built using slave labour. 1 Apr to 30 Sept: Daily, 10am to 4.30pm Last entry 4pm Closed for lunch 12 noon to 1pm 1 Oct to 31 Mar: Closed Booking in advance is recommended to guarantee entry.
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