10 Points of Interest & Landmarks in Shetland Islands That You Shouldn't Miss

February 2, 2022 Oliva Fomby

Discover the best top things to do in Shetland Islands, United Kingdom including The Shetland Gallery, Mousa, Eshaness Cliffs, Huxter Horizontal Mills, Mareel, Sumburgh Head Lighthouse, Bonhoga Gallery, Bobby's Bus Shelter, The Broch of Burraland, Mavis Grind.
Restaurants in Shetland Islands

Unit One, Sellafirth Business Park, ZE2 9DG Scotland +44 1957 744259 http://www.shetlandgallery.com
Excellent
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5.0 based on 14 reviews

The Shetland Gallery

2. Mousa

si Det du, Lerwick Scotland +44 7901 872339 http://www.mousa.co.uk/boat
Excellent
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5.0 based on 59 reviews

Mousa

Reviewed By robindL7089BJ

What a treat to walk this small, but not too small, island and take in the flora, fauna, and water views. Approaching the huge broch was amazing and the view from the top not to be missed! Imagine life 2200 years ago! How peaceful to sit and enjoy your lunch while absorbing the unspoiled beauty of the island. The father and son running the boat ride to Mousa are extremely knowledgeable so if you get a chance to chat, (perhaps when gathering for the departure to the mainland), don't hesitate. The planned time on the island of close to 2 1/2 hours was just right.

3. Eshaness Cliffs

West Heogaland Scotland
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5.0 based on 57 reviews

Eshaness Cliffs

Reviewed By ColinLivingstone - Wokingham, United Kingdom

Single tack roads but views everywhere that have to be seen. When you get to Eshaness it is amazing. The wide expanse of water and so much to take it. Very much worth a visit.

4. Huxter Horizontal Mills

Sandness Scotland
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Huxter Horizontal Mills

5. Mareel

Mareel Gutters Gaet Gutter's Gaet, Lerwick ZE1 0WQ Scotland +44 1595 745500 [email protected] http://www.mareel.org/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 93 reviews

Mareel

Mareel is the UK's most northerly music, cinema and creative industries centre, operated by Shetland Arts Development Agency. two cinema screens, rehearsal rooms, a recording studio, education and training spaces, a digital media production suite, broadcast facilities and a cafe bar with free high speed wi-fi internet access. Mareel provides a year round programme of film, live music, education and other performance events. It is a hub and a focus for the creative communities not just in Shetland but beyond, and a catalyst for the creative industry sector in Shetland.

Reviewed By DavidDundonald - Edinburgh, United Kingdom

What an incredible amenity this place is. I was lucky enough to attend a first class folk music concert and was hugely impressed with the accoustics , the lighting and the way that the place just effortlessly transforms to fit so many uses. A really good bar helps as well, although they could do with more staff.

6. Sumburgh Head Lighthouse

Sumburgh ZE2 9JN Scotland +44 1595 694688 [email protected] http://www.sumburghhead.com
Excellent
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4.5 based on 353 reviews

Sumburgh Head Lighthouse

Sumburgh Head Lighthouse, Visitor Centre and Nature Reserve opened in June 2014 following restoration of the Grade A listed Lighthouse buildings at the southermost tip of mainland Shetland. The area is an RSPB nature reserve, with the indoor spaces providing an interactive and stimulating way to learn about the social, military and maritime history, and the bird and marine life at Sumburgh Head. Rated a Five Star Visitor Attraction by Visit Scotland.

Reviewed By Engelsksetter - Stjordal, Norway

A very interesting place that made a difference during the start of WW II, lots of sea birds and a wonderful view. Very good information and a little museum. We hiked along the coastline from the hotel, and this is a wonderful hike, enjoy ????

Weisdale ZE2 9LW Scotland +44 1595 745750 http://www.shetlandarts.org/about/venues/bonhoga-gallery
Excellent
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4.5 based on 46 reviews

Bonhoga Gallery

Reviewed By 317lornak

Sitting here with my friend knitting after having had a wonderful smoked salmon bagel for lunch ... highly recommended The gallery is wonderful, with an exquisite display of hand made Shetland textiles, truly works of art! Nice gift shop, with the most lovely lady serving! Good clean toilets (including disabled / baby change) and the whole place is disabled friendly with ramps and a stair lift! Beautiful surroundings and warm and sunny in the conservatory!

8. Bobby's Bus Shelter

A968 Hagdale Industrial Estate, ZE2 9TW Scotland http://www.unstbusshelter.shetland.co.uk/
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

Bobby's Bus Shelter

Reviewed By D38lawn - Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

You can't knock this, it's a great idea and a cracking but if fun! And it's next to the John Peel memorial roundabout.

9. The Broch of Burraland

Hoswick Scotland http://www.shetland-heritage.co.uk/mousa
Excellent
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4.0 based on 4 reviews

The Broch of Burraland

10. Mavis Grind

Brae ZE2 9TZ Scotland
Excellent
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4.0 based on 28 reviews

Mavis Grind

Reviewed By D38lawn - Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Good place to visit. You can park at a largish layby. There are useful information boards to read, showing how people would drag their boats across the narrow strip. Best of all ,though, is that you're only a short walk from the fantastic Islesburgh chambered cairn. The walk is steep in sections, with great views on offer, but doable.???? Got the walk from 'walkhighlands' website.

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