My sea kayaking was cancelled so I walked around by myself. Saw seals and birds Read Less

We hired our own guide to tour the Island. Much more intimate and cheaper than the cruise line tour. Read Less

Very interesting enjoyed Jarlshof site helped by great weather. Lovely coffee and scones in the Hoswick centre included Read Less

We used an island coach tour company. Beautiful islands, great tour. Read Less

THE most beautiful place. Booked a private tour with Scenic Shetlands. Ruth is so knowledgeable and great company as well. Took us to all of the most scenic places, and it is all scenic. Clear blue and green water, white sand beaches, and cliffs full of sea birds. Read Less

Unfortunately we docked on a Sunday so very few shops were open. However our excursion to Jarlshof and Sumburgh was very good - especially being able to see the puffins Read Less

We booked the South Mainland tour with Kittywake Tours and it was excellent. There were six of us in our group, all from the Queen Victoria. We had a fabulous day seeing beautiful local scenery and wildlife. I loved being so close to the puffins but equally enjoyed seeing seals lazing on a beach and stroking lots of Shetland ponies including foals. Kitty is knowledgeable, super friendly and eager to make the day work for you even asking for any advice on what could make the trip better. Read Less

Shetland is a wonderful island group, with plenty to see and do on the main island. Strongly recommend a local guide. Ours was brilliant (Grant). We didn't realise how big the islands were. Puffins and seals were amazing to see, St Ninians beach is our idea of heaven and we'll be back. Read Less

Walked around the headland - very enjoyable then visited a Stone Age house. Weather was surprisingly good. Read Less

Took included Panoramic tour, then there was a free shuttle to town. Easy enough to walk back to ship if you wanted the exercise. Saw the pony farm, brief stop but they are adorable. Nice shops in town. Read Less

Small fishing island but the Shetland ponies were cute Read Less

Tender port. We had to show our passports to Scottish Customs as we disembarked. Tender arrived at Victoria pier which is downtown across from the Anderson Wool store and Captain Flints Pub. We were scheduled to be there from 8-4, but the last tender back to ship was at 3. However, six hours was enough time to explore the town independently.  Most of the shops in town are close to the tender port, and easily walk-able from Victoria Pier. There is a Tesco Supermarket a mile and a half away along the water side trail where you can stock up on snacks. The Broch of Clickimin is close to the Tesco. This same waterside trail in the opposite direction also runs out to “The Knab” which is a nice walk with some great views. Read Less

My first time here. It was like a small English/Scottish village. Nice waterfront trail. Zuiderdam had to tender, but that was easy with a sheltered harbor. Read Less

Sea kayaking was fabulous. I saw a sea otter as well as seals, gannets and guillemots. Read Less

Walked around the town and visited the brock Read Less

We found a cab. Considerably cheaper than the Oceania tour and much more flexible. I'd also suggest renting a car (do so in advance). Even if you are nervous about driving in the UK, traffic on Shetland Island is light. Read Less

Ancient Civilizations of the SHETLANDS. Enoyed this tour. Got to see and pet real Shetland ponies also. Read Less

Like a mini Edinburgh. Fish and Chips, walk about. Public transit to Scalloway Castle Read Less

We went to Jarlshof ruins, saw seals laying on the beach, and stopped at Hoswick Visitor's Center. We loved the ruins - they have uncovered several time periods. We were intrigued with the shetland ponies and sheep everywhere we went. At Hoswick - they had crafts made by local artisans. Very good tour! Read Less

We did this one on our own because the little town had a lot to offer. Glad we decided to just walk around. Read Less

Took a fabulous tour with Shetland mini bus tours of the South Island. This local guide was very knowledgeable showing us many of those off the track beautiful sites, two museums, ruins over 5000 years old, the lighthouse with cliffs filled with puffins. Read Less

Easy to get around. Took local city bus in town and to surrounding towns and sights. Read Less

We walked out of the port (shuttle bus to town centre was laid on however really not needed). Lerwick isn't the prettiest place and again... we should've gone on an excursion! The museum is amazing however! Read Less

Loved it. Best place for shopping on the entire cruise was at the Lerwick tourist centre. Cleanest toilets in Europe. Maybe even in the world! Friendly people Read Less

Pretty harbour town. We just had a walk around, though you can take tours from the pier if you wanted to save money on Celebrity’s prices Read Less