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Maeshowe (or Maes Howe; Old Norse: Orkhaugr) is a Neolithic chambered cairn and passage grave situated on Mainland Orkney, Scotland. It was probably built around 2800 BC . In the archaeology of Scotland, it gives its name to the Maeshowe type of chambered cairn, which is limited to Orkney.
Explore the fascinating story of the Maeshowe Chambered Cairn at this warm and welcoming visitor centre in the heart of Neolithic Orkney. The Visitor Centre provides the perfect opportunity to experience the incredible history and heritage of the 5000-year-old structure.
Find Maeshowe admission prices, including for Historic Scotland members and Explorer Pass holders, plus Maeshowe opening times.
Get a taste of the fascinating discoveries that await at Maeshowe, one of Europe’s finest chambered tombs, built some 5,000 years ago. When you arrive at Maeshowe Visitor Centre in Stenness village a shuttle bus will take you to and from the cairn.
Learn about the history of Maeshowe, midwinter at Maeshowe and the Norse graffiti inside the finest Neolithic building to survive in north-west Europe. Maeshowe is a masterpiece of Neolithic design and construction and shows a tremendous social commitment by our remote ancestors.
Dec 21, 2023 · Maeshowe is open year-round, with particular interest around the winter solstice. Due to limited capacity, it is strongly recommended to book a tour online in advance. Thousands of years ago,...
Dec 17, 2020 · Maeshowe, looking south-west. Maeshowe is the finest chambered tomb in north-east Europe and has been described many times but I am writing from a different point of view, that of a neighbour. In this post-card of the cairn, my home is just visible in the distance.
