---
title: "Scrabster Cruise Port"
url: https://cruisello.com/destinations/british-isles-western-france/scrabster
description: "Highland gateway to the Old Man of Hoy"
---

# Scrabster

🇬🇧 · United Kingdom · British Isles & Western France

> "Highland gateway to the Old Man of Hoy"

## At a Glance

- **Avg. Ships/Day:** 1
- **Avg. Time in Port:** 9.5h
- **Visiting Sailings:** 1
- **Cruise Lines:** 1

## Peak Season

Busiest months: Apr (1 sailing)

## About Scrabster

Scrabster itself is a quiet but welcoming port, where local pubs serve up hearty Scottish fare like Cullen skink, a creamy smoked haddock soup, or freshly caught North Sea crab. The harbour area is dotted with small shops selling locally made crafts, from tartan woolens to handcrafted jewellery, perfect for a unique souvenir. While the town is compact and easily explored on foot, venturing further afield is best done by car or organised excursion, as public transport in this remote region can be limited. Whether you’re drawn by the allure of ancient ruins, the raw beauty of the coastline, or the warmth of Highland hospitality, Scrabster offers a taste of Scotland at its most untamed and authentic.

## Quick Facts

- **Currency:** GBP (British Pound)
- **Language:** English
- **Timezone:** Europe/London
- **Tipping:** 10-15% optional at restaurants

## Location

Coordinates: 58.6120, -3.5421

- [Open in Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/cruise+terminal+Scrabster/@58.61202,-3.54212,13z)
- [Open in Apple Maps](https://maps.apple.com/?q=cruise%20terminal%20Scrabster&ll=58.61202,-3.54212&z=13)

## Nearby Ports

- [Kirkwall](https://cruisello.com/destinations/british-isles-western-france/kirkwall.md): 29 nm
- [Invergordon](https://cruisello.com/destinations/british-isles-western-france/invergordon.md): 59 nm
- [Stornoway](https://cruisello.com/destinations/british-isles-western-france/stornoway.md): 93 nm

## Cruise Lines Serving This Port

- [AIDA Cruises](https://cruisello.com/cruise-lines/aida-cruises.md)

## Cheapest Available Sailing

**[View this cruise →](https://cruisello.com/cruises/nordic-echoes-lerwick-kirkwall~AIDA-AIDASOL-20270416-9.md)**

- **Price:** €1,295 per person (€2,590 total for 2 guests)
- **Cruise Line:** [AIDA Cruises](https://cruisello.com/cruise-lines/aida-cruises.md)
- **Ship:** [AIDAsol](https://cruisello.com/cruise-lines/aida-cruises/aidasol.md)
- **Duration:** 9 nights
- **Departure:** 2027-04-16
- **Itinerary:** Nordic Echoes – Lerwick & Kirkwall

## Featured Cruises from Scrabster

Prices are per person, two sharing, in the fare's own currency.

| Cruise | Ship | Line | Departure | Nights | Price |
|------|------|------|------|------|------|
| [Nordic Echoes – Lerwick & Kirkwall](https://cruisello.com/cruises/nordic-echoes-lerwick-kirkwall~AIDA-AIDASOL-20270416-9.md) | AIDAsol | AIDA Cruises | 2027-04-16 | 9 | €1,295 |

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