The Shetland Islands are the most northerly point of Scotland. Shetland is made up of more than a hundred islands with only 15 being inhabited by humans, these include Fair Isle, Foula, Out Skerries and Papa Stour. Shetlands capital and the only town is Lerwick which lies roughly at the centre of Mainland Shetland. Transport links to and from Shetland are excellent with NorthLink ferries linking Lerwick with Aberdeen and Kirkwall of Orkney. Also inter-island ferries operate on a frequent basis. With activities such as Golfing, Cycling, Fishing and Sailing, there is plenty to do when visiting Shetland.
Shetland is home to Europes largest colony of Otters. Tiny Shetland Ponies roam free and there are also fabulous Seal and Seabird colonies to be studied. Shetland is also famous for its lace, Shetland Lace, an accepted term for the very fine and elaborate lace knitting produced in the Shetland Isles from the 19th century onwards. Shetland Geotours offers guided tours and walks around the Isles.
Clickimin Broch - Explore an impressive Iron Age settlement situated beside Clickimin Loch in Lerwick. Clickimin Broch is a fascinating archaeol...
Dore Holm - See Shetland's famous Drinking Horse, a spectacular natural sea arch shaped by the power of the Atlantic. Dore Holm is a dramati...
Eshaness Cliffs - Experience dramatic sea cliffs, crashing Atlantic waves and spectacular coastal scenery in Shetland. Eshaness Cliffs are one o...
The Shetland Islands - Scotland's remote northern archipelago rich in wildlife, heritage and island culture. The Shetland Islands lie at the...
Shetland Textile Museum - Discover the rich knitting and weaving traditions of the Shetland Islands. The Shetland Textile Museum in Lerwick is a...
St Ninian's Isle - Walk across one of Britain's finest sand tombolos to discover spectacular Shetland scenery and fascinating history. S...