Natural landmarks · Scottish Islands
Maeshowe Visitor Centre
In or near Finstown.
Maeshowe Visitor Centre — a natural landmark in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
Richard Webb — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Maeshowe Visitor Centre is a natural landmark located in scotland-islands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Maeshowe is a significant Neolithic chambered tomb located in Orkney, known for its impressive design and construction dating back around 5,000 years. It is surrounded by a rich landscape of other Neolithic sites, including stone circles and burial monuments, reflecting the ancient culture and practices of the region.
Place summary
Maeshowe Visitor Centre is located in the Scottish Islands. It serves as the gateway to Maeshowe, a notable Neolithic chambered cairn and passage grave, recognised for its archaeological significance. The site is a scheduled ancient monument, reflecting the rich history of the region.
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- Coordinates
- 58.9866, -3.2084
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW16 3JY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
- Opening
- 10:00-17:00
- Official site
- www.historicenvironment.scot
Sources
- osm: way/521608560 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Maeshowe Visitor Centre?
- Maeshowe Visitor Centre is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW16 3JY).
- What is Maeshowe Visitor Centre?
- Maeshowe Visitor Centre — a natural landmark in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Maeshowe Visitor Centre?
- Drivers can use postcode KW16 3JY.
- Is Maeshowe Visitor Centre free to visit?
- Yes, Maeshowe Visitor Centre is free to enter.
- How do I get to Maeshowe Visitor Centre?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW16 3JY. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.