Must-see attractions in Orkney & Shetland

  • Trumland House

    Orkney

    This is one of Orkney's largest private houses, undergoing some much-needed repair at the time of research. The grounds, with their thicket of native…

  • Shetland Distillery Company

    Shetland

    This small producer distils the Shetland Reel gin that you see around the place. Its version infused with local seaweed is well worth a try. Their plan is…

  • Skidbladner Longship

    Shetland

    Unst has the highest concentration of Viking longhouse sites in the country. The Viking Unst project manages three excavation sites, and has as its…

  • Tangwick Haa Museum

    Shetland

    A mile east of Eshaness, a side road leads south to the Tangwick Haa Museum, housed in a restored 17th-century house. The wonderful collection of old B&W…

  • Waulkmill Bay

    Orkney

    If it’s sunny and you’re thinking about a picnic, head to Waulkmill Bay, between Kirkwall and Orphir. The huge sandy beach is perfect for strolling and…

  • Whalsay Heritage Centre

    Shetland

    Set in outbuildings of the local laird's house, now a school, this centre has an exhibition on the island's history, covering its fishing industry and…

  • Bressay Heritage Centre

    Shetland

    The Bressay Heritage Centre is by the ferry dock and has an exhibition on Bressay life and history, as well as information about the mysterious Bronze Age…

  • Burroughston Broch

    Orkney

    About 4 miles from the Shapinsay pier, at the far northeastern corner of the island, is Iron Age Burroughston Broch, one of the best-preserved brochs …

  • New Kirk

    Orkney

    In the centre of North Ronaldsay island, the New Kirk holds an interesting exhibition of B&W photos that document various aspects of North Ronaldsay life.

  • Orkney Wireless Museum

    Kirkwall

    This curious little museum is jam-packed with old radios and war memorabilia. Mostly local in character, it's an impressive collection.

  • Shetland Gallery

    Shetland

    Not far from the ferry to Unst and Fetlar, this gallery has rotating exhibitions of Shetland artists and craftspeople.

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