8 Best Shopping in Orkney and Shetland Islands, Scotland

Nielanell

Fodor's choice
The designs here are rich in texture, color, and shape, but it's the philosophy behind the knitwear—she makes it for the day you feel your worst—that makes it so desirable. Most of the pieces are made to be worn in multiple ways, meaning you get three pieces for the price of one.

Peerie Shop

Fodor's choice

The Peerie (Shetland for small) Shop sells a colorful mix of knitwear, cards, ceramics, and interesting---and, yes, small---miscellanea.

Anderson & Co.

On Commercial Street, Anderson & Co. carries hand-knitted cardigans, jumpers, Shetland lace scarves, sheepskin slippers, and woven throws.

Crafts
60–62 Commercial St., Lerwick, Shetland Islands, ZE1 0BD, Scotland
01595-693714
www.shetlandknitwear.com
Shopping Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun

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Judith Glue

Not only can you purchase designer knitwear with traditional patterns, as well as handmade crafts and hampers of local produce at Judith Glue, the shop is also home to the Orkney Real Food Café.

Ninian

Tempting 21st-century interpretations of traditional Fair Isle clothing, scarves, and throws as well as ceramics, gifts, and beautiful children's toys are found at Ninian.

Shetland Jewellery

This shop sells gold and silver Nordic- and Celtic-inspired jewelry, desk knives, and belt buckles made in the on-site workshop.

Skibhoul Stores and Bakery

The bread from Skibhoul is so popular that large shipments of it head south to the rest of the Isles on Thursdays. It's also famous for the Oceanic sea-salt oatcakes and Balta biscuits that are perfect for picnics. There's a small self-serve café so you can taste the wares.
Food
Northside, Shetland Islands, ZE2 9DS, Scotland
01957-711444

The Longship

Don't miss this eclectic shop, open since the 19th century, which sells a huge array of Ola Gorrie's original designs in gold and silver jewelry with Celtic and Norse themes. It also stocks knitwear, under-the-radar designer clothes labels, and quirky housewares. Its wineshop in the courtyard has a large selection, plus locally brewed craft beers and quality deli staples from Italy.