Shetland Islands Travel Guide

Scotland

A puffin standing on grass with a blurred background of water and vegetation.
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, grassy dunes, and a clear blue sky.
A large red and white ship named 'Expedition' with a blue hull, sailing on calm waters with a hilly landscape in the background.
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A cargo ship sailing near a lighthouse on a calm sea.
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A sunset over a coastal landscape with cliffs and a calm sea.
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Popular cities in Shetland Islands

A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, a sea view, and pink flowers.
Lerwick
Known for Islands, Archaeology and anthropology and Recreation
Come to Lerwick and enjoy its island views, archaeology and castle.

Reasons to visit

  • Lerwick Town Hall
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A coastal town with a harbor, green fields, and rolling hills.
Scalloway
Known for Castle, Swimming and Small town
Escape to quaint Scalloway! Enjoy its castle, hiking and history.

Reasons to visit

  • Shetland Bus Memorial
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A coastal town with stone buildings and a pier.
Shetland
Venture to Sullom Voe Oil Terminal and Up-Helly-Aa Exhibition—just two of the sights around Shetland.
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A stone viaduct with multiple arches over a lush green valley, with mountains in the background.
Brae
Check out the local area in Brae as you venture to sights like North Mainland Leisure Centre.
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A coastal landscape with rolling hills, a body of water, and white houses.
Busta
Head to Sullom Voe Oil Terminal and Lunna Kirk—just two of the sights around Busta.
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A stone ruin on a grassy hill under a cloudy sky.
Unst
Known for Islands, Nature and Tours
Love island views, nature and castles? Get away to Unst!
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Stay near popular Shetland Islands attractions

A stone bridge leading to a historic building with a clock tower.
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Lerwick Town Hall

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Lerwick Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Lerwick, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the sandy beaches or discover the area's northern lights views.
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