Sumburgh Head Lighthouse, Visitor Centre and Nature Reserve (now closed for the season, reopening in April 2024)

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Sumburgh Head: Lighthouse, Visitor Centre and Nature Reserve | A world class visitor attraction in Shetland, stunning scenery, incredible wildlife, puffins, and lovingly restored lighthouse buildings, museum and marine life centre.

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http://www.sumburghhead.com/

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+441950461966

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Sumburgh ZE3 9JN

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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Good for kids

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Sumburgh Head Lighthouse, Visitor Centre and Nature Reserve (now closed for the season, reopening in April 2024)

Fantastic place, great views. Read about the lighthouse history. Chance to see Puffins and other sea birds. Small cafe on site with great views.

Sumburgh Head Lighthouse, Visitor Centre and Nature Reserve (now closed for the season, reopening in April 2024)

Short, steep climb from the car park. Great visibility of a cliff which - at the right time of the year - is crowded with breeding seabirds. Including puffins!The cafe is small but the service and quality of food is excellent.The visitors centre has interesting displays that include a (working) model of the fog horn.

Sumburgh Head Lighthouse, Visitor Centre and Nature Reserve (now closed for the season, reopening in April 2024)

The scenery is amazing up close to the top of the lighthouse. There was a naturist on site and she said that the puffins are busy feeding their youngs and she pointed out a few spots to keep an eye on. Long behold, one of the puffins emerged from its burrow, stand for a few seconds and flow off.

Sumburgh Head Lighthouse, Visitor Centre and Nature Reserve (now closed for the season, reopening in April 2024)

What a joy to visit, many thanks indeed to the owners and staff for making this such an interesting and educational lighthouse to visit.

Sumburgh Head Lighthouse, Visitor Centre and Nature Reserve (now closed for the season, reopening in April 2024)

Wonderful place to get out and stretch your legs and lungs!! Crisp salt water and it's a short walk to the Stacks!! And watching all the cliff birds was mesmerizing! On the walk to the stacks wear excellent hiking boots and watch for all the Rabbit holes! But perfect!!!

Sumburgh Head Lighthouse, Visitor Centre and Nature Reserve (now closed for the season, reopening in April 2024)

Amazing views and stunning scenery. Saw loads of puffins

Sumburgh Head Lighthouse, Visitor Centre and Nature Reserve (now closed for the season, reopening in April 2024)

Absolutely amazing with a superb cafe. The manderine cake and chicken and rice soup were to die for. Do avoid though if a cruise ship is in Lerwick. We found that out on our second visit. Puffins on the cliff and possible orca sightings. This Lighthouse is an absolute must visit. We saw this wee chap.

Sumburgh Head Lighthouse, Visitor Centre and Nature Reserve (now closed for the season, reopening in April 2024)

Well worth a visit. Excellent explanation of the history of the lighthouse, supported by informative displays. Great views all round when weather is settled and visibility good. A must if visiting Shetland.

Sumburgh Head Lighthouse, Visitor Centre and Nature Reserve (now closed for the season, reopening in April 2024)

Brilliant place to visit. Lots of amazing exhibits. Marine centre is fascinating and cafe is awesome for gluten free cakes.

Sumburgh Head Lighthouse, Visitor Centre and Nature Reserve (now closed for the season, reopening in April 2024)

Windy place but also a great view, you can spot the Orca’s if you are lucky.Undergoing some renovation at the minute.Parking at the bottom and some part way up.A solid road to walk up.Views out to sea, in land and of the airport

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Sumburgh Head Lighthouse, Visitor Centre and Nature Reserve (now closed for the season, reopening in April 2024)