# The Pier Arts Centre, The Orkney Isles — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Experience rotating art exhibitions and creative family workshops throughout the year at this Stromness gallery on the Orkney Isles, where visitors are welcome to bring their own picnic. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/the-orkney-isles/attractions/the-pier-arts-centre (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Art museum # The Pier Arts Centre Victoria Street, Stromness [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15939389555647674388&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Pier Arts Centre](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/110013566998722468731) **In short:** The Pier Arts Centre is an art museum in The Orkney Isles, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 126 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About The Pier Arts Centre Experience rotating art exhibitions and creative family workshops throughout the year at this Stromness gallery on the Orkney Isles, where visitors are welcome to bring their own picnic. ## What's nearby - Argo's Bakery next door - UHI Orkney, Stromness Maritime Campus next door - The Quernstone Knitwear Shop next door - The Stromness Hotel next door - The Royal Hotel next door Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Wednesday** 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Thursday** 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Friday** 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Saturday** 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** Closed Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [kyle spencer](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113232020436872185856/reviews) ★★★★★ Incredible contemporary art collection in a beautiful building. They are affiliated with the Tate and it’s free! A must if you like art and are on mainland Orkney! They also have very cool prints from local artists in their shop. · via Google [Aidan Kinsey](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116536538489801053788/reviews) ★★★★★ Shocked to find such a well curated contemporary museum in Stromness. Museum has a dual focus on: 1) nationally significant British 20th century art donated by a philanthropist, and 2) rotating exhibitions about the people of Orkney, their work, and their lives. For example when I visited, the Museum was showing Visual Arts work from Secondary School students in Orkney, and the work of Orcadians who recently graduated from University. Entry is absolutely free, but the experience, although small, was of such a high quality that anyone should be willing to leave a donation. If you're visiting Orkney, make a trip to Stromness and see the Centre. · via Google [Mark Mellinger](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/100786409936907003911/reviews) ★★★★★ A world class small museum of awesome contemporary art in an architectural masterpiece building. A total shock in this priceless, charmingly quaint town. Worth a trip from anywhere. · via Google [Tania Siwatibau](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/100763177285448391797/reviews) ★★★★★ Magnificent experience! Loved the building design and the artistic works to marvel at. William Gillies main artist on feature when I visited with other artists also displayed. What a talent, very skilled. If you're in Stromness visit this Centre. Educational 😊🤓 · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x489afa0422c6a17b:0xdd341659b0f37814!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) People say this art gallery features a fantastic collection of contemporary art, including nationally significant British 20th-century art and rotating exhibitions about the people of Orkney. Visitors also highlight the beautiful, renovated building and its stunning views of the harbor. They appreciate that entry is free, though donations are encouraged. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** 28-36 Victoria Street, Stromness, KW16 3AA [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=58.9629873%2C-3.2983067) **Category** Museums & Galleries **Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (126 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Indoor **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** The Orkney Isles [More attractions in The Orkney Isles](https://staycation.co.uk/the-orkney-isles/attractions) ★ 4.7 (126 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.pierartscentre.com?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01856 850209](tel:01856850209) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** The Orkney Isles **Postcode** KW16 3AA **Plus Code** 9CCRXP72+5M [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x489afa0422c6a17b:0xdd341659b0f37814!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x489afa0422c6a17b:0xdd341659b0f37814!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x489afa0422c6a17b:0xdd341659b0f37814!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near The Orkney Isles Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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The Pier Arts Centre suits all ages. ### Is The Pier Arts Centre wheelchair accessible? The Pier Arts Centre has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### How do I contact The Pier Arts Centre? Call The Pier Arts Centre on +44 1856 850209. ## More near The Pier Arts Centre ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [The Stromness Hotel ★ 3.6 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/stromness/hotels/the-stromness-hotel) - [The Royal Hotel ★ 4.2 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/stromness/hotels/the-royal-hotel) - [The Ferry Inn ★ 4.4 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/orkney/hotels/the-ferry-inn) - [Ferry Inn ★ 4.4 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/stromness/hotels/ferry-inn) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Rockworks Chalets - Rockworks Chalets No. 2 ★ 4.7 · 14.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/orkney/cottages/rockworks-chalets-rockworks-chalets-no-2-uk7041) ### Campsites nearby - [Point of Ness ★ 4.5 · 0.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/stromness/camping/point-of-ness) - [Rackwick Outdoor Centre ★ 4.8 · 6.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/rackwick/camping/rackwick-outdoor-centre) - [Trumland Farm Campsite and Hostel ★ 4.8 · 10.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/orkney/camping/trumland-farm-campsite-rousay) - [Rousay Hostel and Campsite ★ 4.6 · 10.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/rousay/camping/rousay-hostel-and-campsite) ### Things to do nearby - [Skara Brae Prehistoric Village ★ 4.7 · 6.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/the-orkney-isles/attractions/skara-brae-prehistoric-village) - [Scapa Flow Visitor Centre and Museum ★ 4.8 · 9.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/the-orkney-isles/attractions/scapa-flow-visitor-centre-and-museum) - [Kirbuster Museum ★ 4.9 · 10.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/the-orkney-isles/attractions/kirbuster-museum) - [Pickaquoy Centre ★ 4.6 · 11.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/the-orkney-isles/attractions/pickaquoy-centre)