What to do on Shetland
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St Ninian's IsleWalk onto St Ninian's Isle, a small island connected to the south-western coast of Shetland's mainland. |
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EshanessFor breathtaking views, visit the scenic headland on the northwest coast of the north Shetland Mainland. |
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Mousa BrochBroch of Mousa is the finest preserved example of a broch or round tower in Shetland. It is thought to have been constructed circa 100 BC, one of 570 brochs built throughout Scotland. |
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Shetland Museum & ArchivesShetland's story, told in this stunning new building through museum collections, exhibits, art work, interactive installations, folklore and food. |
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Shetland Croft House MuseumStep back in time in The Croft House Museum, a mid-nineteenth century Shetland croft, and experience what it was like to live and work in this traditional Scottish dwelling. |
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DivingThe clear waters around Shetland provide exceptional underwater visibility which makes Shetland perfect scuba diving territory. |
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Up Helly AaWelcome in the New Year and watch around 60 local fireball-swingers, accompanied by pipers and drummers, march through the streets, swinging blazing balls above their heads in an effort to ward off the darkness of winter. |
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Scalloway CastleA fine castellated mansion built in 1600 by Patrick Stewart, Earl of Orkney, who gained noteriety for his cruelty. |
