Best Orkney Apps

39+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

5.0 avg rating

19 free apps

Updated September 2026

The best orkney apps on iPhone average 5.0★ across 39+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated September 2026.

Compare top Orkney Apps (September 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	Explore Maeshowe	Free	5.0★ (2)	No	No	May 2026
2	NorthLink Ferries	Free	—	Yes	No	May 2026
3	Kirkwall History & Heritage	Free	—	No	No	May 2026
4	The Orcadian	Free	—	No	Yes	Sep 2026
5	Discover Scotland	Free	5.0★ (1)	No	No	May 2026
6	Scottish Islands Explorer	Free	5.0★ (1)	No	Yes	Aug 2026
7	Scottish Ferries	Free	5.0★ (1)	No	No	May 2026
8	St Magnus Way	Free	—	No	No	May 2026

Top Picks for Orkney

#1

Explore Maeshowe by Historic Environment Scotland

Discover Maeshowe in 3D

Editor's Choice

5.0(2 ratings)

Free

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Discover a 5,000-year-old Neolithic tomb in 3D. Explore its interior and exterior, view historical Norse graffiti, and learn about its alignment with the midwinter sun. Includes an animated tour and photographic slideshow.

#2

NorthLink Ferries by Softronic AB

Strong Contender

0.0(0 ratings)

FreeAds

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#3

Kirkwall History & Heritage by AT Creative Limited

Walking trails to explore

Worth Considering

0.0(0 ratings)

Free

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Discover Kirkwall's rich history and heritage with this interactive guide. Explore over 70 points of interest through walking trails, historical details, archive media, and maps. Features include a 'check in' badge system and accessibility options.

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by The Orcadian Ltd

Access your favorite local newspaper delivered digitally every Wednesday. Enjoy local stories, debates, and features with an interactive touch screen experience. Download editions for offline reading and navigate easily through pages.

Digital newspaper deliveryLocal news and featuresInteractive touch screen experience

Discover Scotland

Discover Scotland

Discover Scotland

Travel Guide to Scotland

Explore Scotland with a comprehensive guide featuring local businesses, attractions, and dining. Discover hidden gems, folklore, wildlife, and walking routes through engaging videos and detailed information.

Local business listingsArea video guidesFolklore and history

Scottish Islands Explorer

Scottish Islands Explorer

Scottish Islands Explorer

by Jellyfish Connect Limited

Explore the captivating Scottish islands through in-depth articles, stunning photography, and personal insights. This digital magazine offers a comprehensive guide to their landscapes, history, culture, and wildlife, perfect for planning a trip or armchair exploration.

In-depth articles on Scottish islandsStunning photographyPersonal insights and topical matters

free with in-app purchases

Scottish Ferries

Scottish Ferries

Scottish Ferries

by Stefan Church

Stay informed about ferry services across Scotland with real-time disruption alerts and easy-to-access timetables. Get notified about schedule changes and view weather conditions at terminals. Plan your journey with directions to ferry locations.

Disruption information for Scottish ferry servicesUp-to-date timetablesSubscription to service updates

Orkney pilgrimage route

🗺️ Navigation

Best - Orkney Island Guide

Best - Orkney Island Guide

Best - Orkney Island Guide

Everyone loves the Island

iStreams Orkney Islands

iStreams Orkney Islands

iStreams Orkney Islands

Live and future tidal streams

🗺️ Navigation

Augmented Reality tour

Explore 16 historical sights in Orkney through an augmented reality tour. Point your phone at brochure pages to see characters appear and share insights about locations like Stromness and the Ring of Brodgar.

Augmented reality tours16 historical sightsCharacter interactions

Orkney's Best Kebab

Orkney's Best Kebab

Orkney's Best Kebab

Kebab, Pizza, Turkish

Easily order your favorite kebabs, pizzas, and Turkish dishes with this intuitive iOS food ordering app. Browse vibrant menus, track your order in real-time, and enjoy secure payment options for a seamless dining experience.

Intuitive food browsingDetailed item descriptionsVibrant food images

🍔 Food & Drink

Scottish Islands Passport

Scottish Islands Passport

Scottish Islands Passport

Collect your island stamps!

Explore Scotland's islands and collect unique stamps by visiting them. Discover local recommendations, travel tips, and create travel journals. Navigate with offline maps and find your perfect island with a handy finder tool.

Collect island stampsDiscover local recommendationsOffline maps for navigation

Shetland Travel Information

Shetland Travel Information

Shetland Travel Information

by NB Communication Ltd

Access comprehensive transport timetables for buses, inter-island ferries, and flights within the Shetland Islands. Plan your journeys with up-to-date schedules.

Bus timetablesInter-island ferry schedulesInter-island flight information

See Charles Rennie Mackintosh

Explore Glasgow's architectural heritage with this app. It uses Bluetooth beacons to share the stories of Charles Rennie Mackintosh's buildings as you approach them. Discover key venues and access practical information for your visit.

Bluetooth beacon integrationBuilding stories and historyVenue practical information

Outer Hebrides Unearthed

Outer Hebrides Unearthed

Outer Hebrides Unearthed

by The PEEL Entertainment Group Ltd

Explore the rich history of the Outer Hebrides through augmented reality. Discover ancient settlements, interact with 3D reconstructions, and navigate the Hebridean Way with a GPS map. Capture and share your archaeological adventures.

Augmented Reality 3D reconstructionsGPS enabled mapCapture and share AR photos/videos

The Scotland App

The Scotland App

The Scotland App

Karten, Touren & Infos

Holiday Scotland MApps

Holiday Scotland MApps

Holiday Scotland MApps

by Wyvex Media Ltd

Discover attractions, dining, and activities on Scotland's west coast and islands. This mobile guide complements hand-drawn printed maps, helping you find boat trips, seafood restaurants, castles, gardens, and shopping.

Explore west coast attractionsDiscover island activitiesFind boat trips and restaurants

Discover Alderney

Discover Alderney

Discover Alderney

The Hidden Treasure

Venture North Heritage

Venture North Heritage

Venture North Heritage

by NB Communication

FAQ about Orkney

What are the best orkney apps for iPhone?

Explore Maeshowe tops our orkney apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 5.0-star average from 2 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.

Are there free orkney apps for iPhone?

Yes — 19 of the top orkney apps we rank are free to download, including Explore Maeshowe and NorthLink Ferries.

Does Explore Maeshowe have ads or in-app purchases?

Explore Maeshowe has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.

How many orkney apps are on the App Store?

We track 39+ orkney apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

What is Explore Maeshowe?

Explore Maeshowe is an interactive educational app that allows users to discover Maeshowe, a 5,000-year-old Neolithic tomb and part of the Heart of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage Site, in 3D.

What can I learn with Explore Maeshowe?

You can learn about the tomb's history, explore its interior and exterior in 3D, view Norse graffiti from the 1100s, and understand its alignment with the midwinter sun.

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