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Shetland Museum and Archives, Lerwick
Ollie #1 of 10 attractions in Mainland
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 attraction.Discover the...... 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
Ollie #2 of 10 attractions in Mainland
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
Ollie #3 of 10 attractions 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
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Northern Lights Holistic Spa, Lerwick
Ollie #4 of 10 attractions in Mainland
Ranked #3 of 6 in Lerwick
5 of 5 stars 14 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  13.1 miles from city center
Coastal Walk to the Knab, Lerwick
Ollie #5 of 10 attractions in Mainland
Ranked #4 of 6 in Lerwick
5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Hiking Trails
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Town Hall, Lerwick
Ollie #6 of 10 attractions in Mainland
Ranked #5 of 6 in Lerwick
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Government Buildings
Distance  12.0 miles from city center
Clickimin Broch, Lerwick
Ollie #7 of 10 attractions in Mainland
Ranked #6 of 6 in Lerwick
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Hand-made Fish Co, Lerwick
Attraction type  Specialty Shops
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Bod of Gremista
A typical 18th-century fishing booth, which served as both the family home and a fish store.
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  10.8 miles from city center
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Shetland Geotours Day Tours, Lerwick
Owner description: Let us give you 'off -the-beaten-track' experiences to enjoy the fascinating landscapes, geology, archaeology, history and wildlife of the Shetland...... 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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