Tour guide in Lerwick Lara T.

Lerwick, United Kingdom

English

Tours Delivered,
Since Aug 19, 2020

3.0

Hours, Avg. response time

I'm Lara T., your private tour guide in Lerwick

Guide #49097

5.0 (66)

Hello, Im Lara a very cheery , friendly , born and bred Shetlander with a passion for the Isles and a love for sharing all I know about them. I have lived in Shetland all my life where I have raised three grown up boys with my Husband. I have worked in the tourist Industry for 23 years and have an abundance of knowledge of Shetland which is steeped in History , Culture , Wildlife , Nature , Geology and much much more! As a local guide and having explored every corner of our Island I can take you places that others will never find! As I guide you around the Island you will also be able to hear our unique dialect and maybe pick up a few words on the way. I take pride in making sure all my clients are left happy and promise you an amazing tour found nowhere else in the world. Qualified Green Badge Guide (Accredited) with the Scottish Tourist Guides Association (STGA) Member of Shetland Tourism Association (STA) Member of SITGA Shetland Islands Tourist Guides Association Very experienced Driver Guide with a selection of vehicles for your comfort including the Brand New Flagship of Landrover , the New Defender. I cannot accomodate wheelchair access in my vehicle. I only guide in English

Delivers tours starting at

  • Lerwick

Tours by Lara T.

Customize your tour

Contact your local guide to know more!!

Traveller reviews

5.0
  • Renee C.United States
    1 week ago

    Lara was born and raised in Shetland. She knows her way around from main roads to narrow lanes. She gave us a real feel for life there, and showed us some of the most beautiful and wild coastlines we had ever seen. Highly recommend!

    Replied from the guide, Lara T.

    August 2026

    Im so glad you enjoyed our beautiful Island and thank you for your feedback.

  • Mary B.Canada
    3 weeks ago

    Our day with Lara was simply out of this world. She is unbelievably knowledgeable, experienced and FUN. I cannot say enough about how much we learned and got to see in only a day! Don't hesitate to book with her!

    Replied from the guide, Lara T.

    July 2026

    Thank you Mary for a wonderful day with you!

  • Lisa B.United States
    July 2026

    Lara was a fantastic guide and we had an amazing day with her. Lerwick and the Shetland Islands is absolutely stunning and we loved visiting and learning about life there. I am glad we were there for one of their warmest days of the year, and not one of their days with 180mph winds. Lara booked us a reservation at Frankies for the most delicious fish & chips lunch, and...

    Replied from the guide, Lara T.

    July 2026

    HI Im so glad you enjoyed your day with me , and hope to see you back again in the future! Lara

  • Connie C.United States
    July 2026

    This was everything I wanted in a tour of the Shetland Islands. My main interest was in seeing the Shelties and I got to see, pet and cuddle many. There were also ponies, other dogs and sheep. Lara also took me on a lovely tour of places of interest including the ancient capital and Lerwick. She was born and raised here and has vast knowledge of the people and history....

    Replied from the guide, Lara T.

    July 2026

    You were the best ! I hope your daughter liked what you choose . Super happy you enjoyed your time here.