Discover the largest concentration of prehistoric sites in Europe, the Viking heritage and the distinctive fiddle music, the spectacular seabird colonies and the wild seascapes.
Choose one of the regions on the map above, in the list below it, or via their short descriptions below to find out more information on what there is to see & do in the Northern Isles.
Shetland Beyond the mainland horizon, an archipelago bigger than you may think. Definitely different and not Scottish at all, a crossroads of the northern sea-lanes, sure of its own identity. Try the seafood, see the birds, listen to the music. More...
Orkney Fingered with white beaches these entrancing islands have strong links with Norway. Nowhere else in Europe has so many superb prehistoric sites, so close together, or such a variety of nature reserves. More...
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