Whalsay Travel Guide

Trek Zone
Island

Facts and practical information

Alternative names: Area: 7.61 mi²Elevation: 161 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 60°21'31"N, 0°58'16"W
Location

ScotlandUnited Kingdom

ContactAdd
Social media
Add
Whalsay Top Attractions

Whalsay Attractions - What to See and Explore

Whalsay offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Whalsay Parish Church, Huxter Fort, Standing Stones of Yoxie, Loch of Huxter. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

  • whalsay parish church
  • huxter fort whalsay
  • standing stones of yoxie whalsay
  • loch of huxter whalsay
  • benie hoose whalsay
  • pettigarths field cairns whalsay
  • little water whalsay
  • loch of houll whalsay
  • loch of livister whalsay
  • loch of isbister whalsay
  • symbister house whalsay
  • west loch of skaw whalsay
  • nuckro water whalsay
  • loch of stanefield whalsay
  • east loch of skaw whalsay
Day trips

Whalsay – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Whalsay, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Jarlshof (Sumburgh), Sumburgh Head (Sumburgh), Shetland Museum and Archives (Lerwick).

  • jarlshof sumburgh36 milesS
  • sumburgh head36 milesS
  • shetland museum and archives lerwick15 milesSW
  • old scatness sumburgh35 milesS
  • holm of skaw33 milesN

Best Time To Visit Whalsay

Learn when is the best time to travel to Whalsay weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Average temperatures in °F

JFMAMJJASOND

The highest air temperature is in July and August. While the coldest is in January, February, March, April and December.

Monthly rainfall in inches

JFMAMJJASOND

The lowest rainfall is recorded in May. Most of it rains in November and December.

Length of day in hours

JFMAMJJASOND

We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

Sunrise

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Whalsay?

Where to next? Visit scotland Scotland region page or discover the top tourist attractions in United Kingdom.