Getting here

Jarlshof
Sumburgh
Shetland
ZE3 9JN

National Grid reference: HU 399 095

Please note that all group visits arriving via coach should contact our ticketing team (ticketing@hes.scot) prior to booking. Coaches must be booked in advance through a third party to secure parking on site.

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Journey planners

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What's on at Jarlshof Prehistoric and Norse Settlement

A sunset over Jarlshof Prehistoric and Norse Settlement

Jarlshof Evening Tours

Selected dates from Wednesday 4 June 2025 to Wednesday 27 August 2025

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Opening times

1 Apr to 30 Sept:
Daily, 9.30am to last entry at 4.30pm (closes 5pm)

1 Oct to 31 Mar:
Daily except Sun & Mon, 10am to last entry at 3.30pm (closes 4pm)
Closed for lunch 12.30pm to 1.30pm