Lerwick Cruise
Life in time with the tides
All year, its sheltered harbour is busy with ferries and fishing boats, as well as specialized craft including oil-rig supply, seismic survey and naval vessels from all round the North Sea. In summer, the quayside comes alive with visiting yachts, cruise liners, historic vessels such as the restored Swan and the occasional tall ship.
Behind the old harbour is the compact town centre, made up of one long main street, flagstone-clad Commercial Street, whose narrow, winding form, set back one block from the Esplanade, provides shelter from the elements even on the worst days. From here, narrow lanes, known as closses, rise westwards to the late Victorian new town. The northern end of Commercial Street is marked by the towering walls of Fort Charlotte, begun for Charles II in 1665, burnt down by the Dutch fleet in August 1673, and repaired and named in honour of George III’s queen in the 1780s.
Exhibits at the Shetland Museum, in a wonderful purpose-built waterfront
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
At this port, the ship may anchor offshore, requiring Guests to use a tender boat (a smaller vessel) to reach the shore. Please be aware that the tender may not be suitable for individuals with disabilities, reduced mobility, or balance issues. Ensuring the safety of our guests is our top priority, so it is crucial that guests can safely use the tender. For further details, please refer to our Terms & Conditions (Section 7).
Cruises from / to Lerwick (Shetland Is.) in 2024
Excursions & Activities Lerwick (Shetland Is.)
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- Category: CULTURE AND HISTORY
- Duration: 2.5 hours
- Code: LER01
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- Category: SCENIC ROUTE
- Duration: 3.5 hours
- Code: LER02
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- Category: CITY TOUR
- Duration: 2 hours
- Code: LER03
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- Category: NATURAL WONDERS
- Duration: 4 hours
- Code: LER05
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- Category: NATURAL WONDERS
- Duration: 4.5 hours
- Code: LER06
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- Category: NATURAL WONDERS
- Duration: 2.15 hours
- Code: LER37YC
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- Category: ACTIVE & ADVENTURE
- Duration: 4.5 hours
- Code: LERBK1
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- Category: ACTIVE & ADVENTURE
- Duration: 4.5 hours
- Code: LERBK2
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- Category: CULTURE AND HISTORY
- Code: LER01CZE
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- Category: CULTURE AND HISTORY
- Duration: 4 hours
- Code: LER07
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- Category: CULTURE AND HISTORY
- Duration: 2.5 hours
- Code: LER01ANN
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