1 Week In Lerwick
So you've got a week in
Lerwick - that's great news. Let's see how you can best use your time while you're here. Last updated 5th February 2024
If you have 7 days to spend in Lerwick, here are some suggestions on what you can do:
- Visit the Shetland Museum and Archives - this will take around 2-3 hours
- Explore the ruins of the 16th-century fort, Fort Charlotte - this will take around 1 hour
- Take a stroll along the waterfront promenade of Victoria Pier - this could take anywhere from 30 minutes to a few hours depending on how much time you spend taking in the scenery
- Visit the beautiful Lerwick Town Hall - this will take around 1 hour
- Take a ferry to the nearby island of Bressay and visit the historic lighthouse - this will take around half a day
- Take a day tour of the Shetland Isles and visit some of the other islands and historic sites - this will take a full day
For places to stay, you can consider the following options:
- The Queens Hotel, located in the heart of Lerwick
- The Shetland Hotel, with its stunning sea views and central location
- The Scalloway Hotel, located in the historic town of Scalloway, just a short drive from Lerwick
Whatever you choose to do, make sure to take in the stunning natural beauty of the Shetland Isles and enjoy the relaxed pace of life that the islands offer.