Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Shapinsay February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Shapinsay Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Shapinsay.dx6205730)[Hotels in Shapinsay](https://expedia.co.uk/Shapinsay-Hotels.d6205730.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Shapinsay](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Shapinsay.d6205730.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Shapinsay Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Shapinsay.d6205730.Car-Hire-Guide)[Shapinsay Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Shapinsay.d6205730.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Shapinsay ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Shapinsay Types of activities [Shapinsay travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Shapinsay.dx6205730) ![Fields above the east end of Veantro Bay, Shapinsay Photographer is near the northwest edge of the main road.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6205730/f65fb0c6-2bf0-44eb-ab72-1c530bab00e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6205730/f65fb0c6-2bf0-44eb-ab72-1c530bab00e2.jpg) by [C Michael Hogan](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/16833) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Fields above the east end of Veantro Bay, Shapinsay Photographer is near the northwest edge of the main road.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6205730/f65fb0c6-2bf0-44eb-ab72-1c530bab00e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6205730/f65fb0c6-2bf0-44eb-ab72-1c530bab00e2.jpg) by [C Michael Hogan](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/16833) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Mill Dam showing formation of southern outflow burn, Shapinsay This RSPB reserve provides feeding and resting habitat for a variety of birds, which are visible from the hide situated near the point of this photograph. This is arguably the most productive wetland on the island of Shapinsay. In the upper right one can see the formation of the outflow burn; moreover, in the extreme upper right is a small slice of the sea at Balfour Village, at which location the outlet burn from Mill Dam reaches the sea.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6205730/e2a4ec40-7871-4719-823b-39d066e57d17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6205730/e2a4ec40-7871-4719-823b-39d066e57d17.jpg) by [C Michael Hogan](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/16833) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Sea stack at southern edge of Lingavi Geo, Shapinsay east coast. With seabirds on cliffs and shoreline rocks.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6205730/b72e30a5-0ad7-41f2-8954-5219f1ae549e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Bay of Linton, Shapinsay, Orkney Islands. The foreground is a marshy meadow. At the right centre is a portion of the ruined chapel illustrated on the OS map.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6205730/e43af747-0a18-48d0-a442-44828052d559.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6205730/e43af747-0a18-48d0-a442-44828052d559.jpg) by [C Michael Hogan](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/16833) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Shapinsay Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Shapinsay has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Shapinsay, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Shapinsay with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Shapinsay Shapinsay is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Shapinsay, and make it a breeze to explore Shapinsay and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Shapinsay to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Shapinsay, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Shapinsay. #### Shapinsay attractions Shapinsay has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Shapinsay to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Shapinsay. Looking for things to do in Shapinsay can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Shapinsay or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Shapinsay attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. 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[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6205730) ## Recommended things to do in Shapinsay | Number of things to do | 10 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Orkney Mainland Private Tour](/things-to-do/orkney-mainland-private-tour.a45645869.activity-details): £235 | | Top 5 things to do | [Private Tour Discover Orkney with Pick-Up](/things-to-do/private-tour-discover-orkney-with-pick-up.a46572993.activity-details)[Orkney Mainland Private Tour](/things-to-do/orkney-mainland-private-tour.a45645869.activity-details)[Historic Orkney Private Odyssey Tour by a native Islander](/things-to-do/historic-orkney-5-hour-private-tour-1-by-a-local-islander.a47109621.activity-details)[Orkney Islands Private Full Day Tour](/things-to-do/orkney-islands-private-full-day-tour.a49582129.activity-details)[The Pictish Traill – Sites, Sagas & Stone Carving](/things-to-do/east-side-dander-an-evening-tour-of-mainland-orkney.a50012443.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | | | With kids | [Orkney Mainland Private Tour](/things-to-do/orkney-mainland-private-tour.a45645869.activity-details) | ## What to do in Shapinsay --- ### Popular places to visit #### Balfour Castle After visiting Balfour Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Shapinsay. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Balfour-Castle-Shapinsay.d6089077.Attraction) #### Orkney Brewery Find out about the history of Shapinsay when you spend time at Orkney Brewery. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Orkney-Brewery-Shapinsay.d553248621533025471.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? 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