Details About Lerwick

Destinations » Europe » British Isles » Lerwick


Besides its dramatic Shetland Islands scenery, Lerwick is close to Jarlshof, an important archaeological site, Scalloway Castle and the island of Foula, the haunt of countless seabirds.
Right Now
50°F
04d
overcast clouds
91%
Light breeze Northwest
Sunday, 08/16/2026
04d
54°F / 50
overcast clouds
Monday, 08/17/2026
02d
56°F / 48
few clouds
Tuesday, 08/18/2026
10d
54°F / 51
light rain
Wednesday, 08/19/2026
03d
55°F / 51
scattered clouds
Thursday, 08/20/2026
10d
53°F / 51
light rain
Friday, 08/21/2026
10d
51°F / 50
light rain

Activities

Fort Charlotte - This impressive structure dates back to 1665 and was designed as a Cromwellian stronghold to protect the Sound of Bressay from invasion during the Anglo-Dutch War. The fort was finally completed in 1781. The Town Hall - Don’t miss the Clock Tower’s colorful stained-glass windows which depict scenes from early Viking history.

Shopping

A most popular buy is the handmade Shetland sweaters. Sheepskin jackets, as well as gold and silver jewelry with Celtic and Norse design are also good buys. The major shopping area is along Commercial Street.

Currency

The local currency is the British Pound.

 
Click red-star to view sailings.
Cruise Line 2026
Aug		 Sep Oct Nov Dec 2027
Jan		 Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul
Celebrity Cruises - Ocean -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- red-star red-star red-star
Princess Cruises red-star -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- red-star