By Stromness harbour, the John Rae statue honours the Orcadian explorer whose courage unlocked the Northwest Passage.
Standing proudly on Graham Place, the Alexander Graham Memorial Fountain is a Victorian landmark that honours one of Stromness’s great benefactors.
Discover Orkney’s seafaring heritage at Stromness Museum, where shipwreck relics, Arctic exploration treasures, and Hudson’s Bay Company artefacts bring centuries of maritime history vividly to life.
Step back to the 17th century at Logan’s Well, where Stromness sailors once drew fresh water before long voyages into the treacherous North Atlantic.
Discover The Cannon, a coastal relic that recalls the town’s maritime past and offers a glimpse into the seafaring heritage of Stromness.
