Jarlshof Prehistoric and Norse Settlement

Wander around a site where people lived for more than 4,000 years. There are remains of Bronze Age oval houses, an Iron Age broch and wheelhouses, Viking longhouses, a medieval farmstead and a laird’s house built around 1600. This enduring site is without parallel in Scotland and features in Sir Walter Scott’s novel The Pirate. After touring the site, look out to sea and perhaps spot puffins nesting nearby. 1 Apr to 30 Sept: Daily 9.30am to 5.30pm (last entry 4.30pm). 1 Oct to 28 Mar: Daily except Sun and Mon, 10am to 4pm (last entry 3.30pm). Closed for lunch 12.30pm to 1.30pm. We recommend booking in advance to guarantee entry.