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Discover the best things to do in Shetland, from searching for puffins to taking a Shetland pony for a walk. A sassy Shetland pony. The Shetland Islands. Nestled between Scotland and the Faroe Islands, this remote archipelago is a place well-worth adventuring to.
Enjoy adrenaline-soaked adventure and experience spectacular wildlife on the Shetland islands, from seabirds and seals, to otters and orcas, not forgetting the famous Shetland ponies. Search a wide range of accommodation, events, food & drink options and things to do from indoor and outdoor attractions to activities, tours and more.
The role of these incredible ponies in the story of Shetland lives and landscapes, how outside herds still graze in the hill, in places ponies have lived for centuries, and how here, at the riding school, a new generation is learning to love them.
Ten recommendations for amazing Shetland adventures that are free of charge! Includes Shetland Ponies, Vikings and Northern Lights.
Shetland's world-famous small ponies can be seen throughout the islands - grazing by the roadside, on the beaches or on the heathery hills. They are all owned and tended to by local crofters, and can generally be seen in the West Mainland, Scalloway, Tingwall, Dunrossness and the island of Unst.
No visit to Shetland is complete without meeting our native ponies and spotting our colourful visiting puffins. Have your camera ready! Take in some of the most spectacular scenery in Shetland, before stopping for a bite to eat. This tour takes you to the South Mainlaind of Shetland.
No visit to Shetland is complete without getting up close and personal with our friendly Shetland ponies in The Shetland Pony Experience! We are based at Papil in Burra, just a 25 minute scenic drive from Lerwick. The Experience is suitable for adults and families with children.
