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Shetland Museum and Archives, Lerwick
#1 of 16 attractions in Shetland Islands
Ranked #1 of 6 in Lerwick
5 of 5 stars 31 reviews
Owner description: Shetland Museum and Archives is located on Hay's Dock, which was restored during the building of this award winning visitor... more » Owner description: Shetland Museum and Archives is located on Hay's Dock, which was restored during the building of this award winning visitor attraction.Discover the islands' many secrets through the exhibits and displays, and take a look in the boat shed where you can see demonstrations of traditional boat building skills. Also be sure to visit Da Gadderie, the museum's temporary exhibition area which hosts a diverse range of exhibitions throughout the year.Shetland Museum and Archives is open daily and admission is free. « less
Attraction type  Museums
Seabirds and Seals - Day Tours, Lerwick
Seabirds and Seals - Day Tours
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#2 of 16 attractions in Shetland Islands
Ranked #2 of 6 in Lerwick
5 of 5 stars 23 reviews

Seabirds and Seals is a boat trip that lasts approximately 3 hours.  The boat, Dunter III leaves from Victoria Pier in the centre of Lerwick, a two minute walk from the Tourist... more »

Attraction type  Tours
Jarlshof Prehistoric and Norse Settlement, Mainland
Jarlshof Prehistoric and Norse Settlement
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#3 of 16 attractions in Shetland Islands
Ranked #3 of 7 in Mainland
5 of 5 stars 9 reviews

The earliest remains at Jarlshof are at least 4,500 years old but a midden (rubbish tip) excavated at the edge of the nearby beach had finds dating back 7,000 years. Jarlshof is... more »

Attraction type  Ancient Ruins; Historic Sites
Northern Lights Holistic Spa, Lerwick
Northern Lights Holistic Spa
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#4 of 16 attractions in Shetland Islands
Ranked #3 of 6 in Lerwick
5 of 5 stars 14 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  12.0 miles from city centre
Coastal Walk to the Knab, Lerwick
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#5 of 16 attractions in Shetland Islands
Ranked #4 of 6 in Lerwick
5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Hiking Trails
Town Hall, Lerwick
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#6 of 16 attractions in Shetland Islands
Ranked #5 of 6 in Lerwick
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Government Buildings
Distance  11.2 miles from city centre
Mousa Iron Age Broch
Mousa Iron Age Broch
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#7 of 16 attractions in Shetland Islands
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Ancient Ruins
Clickimin Broch, Lerwick
Clickimin Broch
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#8 of 16 attractions in Shetland Islands
Ranked #6 of 6 in Lerwick
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Scalloway Museum
#9 of 16 attractions in Shetland Islands
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Museums
Noss National Nature Reserve
Noss National Nature Reserve
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#10 of 16 attractions in Shetland Islands
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Tangwick Haa Museum
#11 of 16 attractions in Shetland Islands
4 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Museums
Shetland Wildlife Day Trips
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#12 of 16 attractions in Shetland Islands
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Owner description: The No.1 choice for birding, mammal-watching, botanical, photographic & walking holidays in Shetland. Day tours plus... more » Owner description: The No.1 choice for birding, mammal-watching, botanical, photographic & walking holidays in Shetland. Day tours plus tailor-made & bespoke packages also arranged for individuals and groups plus boat trips & exclusive hide photography. « less
Attraction type  Tours
Distance  25.9 miles from city centre
Michaelswood, Aith
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Bod of Gremista, Mainland
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A typical 18th-century fishing booth, which served as both the family home and a fish store.
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  10.0 miles from city centre
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Shetland Geotours Day Tours, Lerwick
Shetland Geotours Day Tours
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Owner description: Let us give you 'off -the-beaten-track' experiences to enjoy the fascinating landscapes, geology, archaeology, history and... more » Owner description: Let us give you 'off -the-beaten-track' experiences to enjoy the fascinating landscapes, geology, archaeology, history and wildlife of the Shetland Islands. Shetland Geotours offer guided tours or walks with an emphasis on the diverse geology, landscapes and archaeology of Shetland as well as giving you the chance of close encounters with some wonderful wildlife. « less
Attraction type  Tours
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Hand-made Fish Co, Lerwick
Attraction type  Speciality Shops
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