Craft your adventure in Orkney and Shetland, and turn the things you love into unforgettable island memories.
The Northern Isles are places of discovery – they are wild, welcoming and shaped by strong traditions. Here, you can pursue your interests in a place like no other, whether that’s capturing the perfect photograph, tracing the footsteps of history, or learning a craft passed down through generations.
Exploring the Jarlshof prehistoric settlement in Shetland photo © Copyright Charles Tait
Wherever your passions lead you, Shetland and Orkney are the perfect place to enjoy your hobbies and discover new experiences along the way.
Dramatic light and untamed coastal landscapes on Orkney and Shetland offer unrivalled opportunities for photographers. Visitors can enjoy prime nature spotting opportunities too, with otters, an array of seabirds and marine life living on and around these islands.
Shetland and Orkney’s remarkably preserved Neolithic villages, Iron Age brochs and Viking settlements reveal up to 5,000 years of history. Discover stories and relics from both World Wars, and visit museums that bring the fascinating history of Orkney and Shetland to life.
Wander the landscapes that have inspired countless authors, poets and filmmakers. Visitors can enjoy festivals such as Shetland Noir or the Orkney Storytelling Festival, visit well-known film and TV locations, or simply find a peaceful corner of the islands to read, write or reflect.
Discover a rich crafting heritage in Shetland and Orkney, from world famous Fair Isle knitting to pottery, jewellery making and woodwork. Meet local craftspeople, learn traditional techniques, or find the perfect handmade souvenir to take home.
Lose yourself in Shetland and Orkney.
Take in awe-inspiring sights and make new friends along the way. Let the road take you to beautiful places on a peaceful summer hike. Find your Shetland and Orkney to create your own unforgettable story.
Reunite with friends in Orkney and Shetland.
Step back in time and uncover stories from the past. Discover island producers – savour amazing food and drink and browse locally crafted treasures. Find your Orkney and Shetland to create your own unforgettable story.
Adventure along an island shore…
Feel the wind and see the ocean glitter Explore the open water and enjoy amazing encounters. Lose yourself in the magic, the wild beauty of the islands. Find your Shetland and Orkney to create your own unforgettable story.
In the Orkney and Shetland islands, Enjoy a warm welcome from friends new and old.
Put on your rucksack and go island hopping, tap your toes to traditional tunes, …or admire art inspired by beautiful landscapes. Enjoy unique island events – bucket list experiences you’ll never forget. Find your Orkney and Shetland to create your own unforgettable story.
Header image: Puffin watching on Westray, Orkney photo © Copyright Kirstin Shearer Photography
