# Fort Charlotte, Shetland Isles — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Step inside Lerwick's impressive five-sided fortress, originally constructed in 1781 to defend Shetland's harbours. Marvel at the towering defensive walls of this historic artillery stronghold. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/shetland-isles/attractions/fort-charlotte (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Lodging # Fort Charlotte Lerwick Centre [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=3714651390476977999&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Dave Hill](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/101083456815352083930) **In short:** Fort Charlotte is an attraction in Shetland Isles, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 16 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Fort Charlotte Step inside Lerwick's impressive five-sided fortress, originally constructed in 1781 to defend Shetland's harbours. Marvel at the towering defensive walls of this historic artillery stronghold. ## What's nearby - Boots next door - Lerwick Port Authority next door - Lerwick Town Hall next door Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** 12:00 AM – 11:30 PM **Tuesday** 12:00 AM – 11:30 PM **Wednesday** 12:00 AM – 11:30 PM **Thursday** 12:00 AM – 11:30 PM **Friday** 12:00 AM – 11:30 PM **Saturday** 12:00 AM – 11:30 PM **Sunday** 12:00 AM – 11:30 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Rach Goldring](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101761258163650354221/reviews) ★★★★★ This was our second overnight stay. The apartment was very well equipped and comfortable, a lovely home away from home. The fridge was stocked with everything needed for breakfast in addition to bread, pastries amd fruit. The welcome was warm. We have recommended to colleagues and will stay again. · via Google [James Cumming](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/103935819111638196426/reviews) ★★★★★ Great flat. Spacious and comfortable to a high standard. Excellent location in very centre of town. Lovely host. Available in the background for any help or advice required. Defo recommend. · via Google [Glenn Beatty](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107182553980653046168/reviews) ★★★★★ Great place to stay in the heart of Lerwick. We were here for Hogmanay and not a lot of restaurants and cafes open so we appreciated the well equipped kitchen. The rooms were spacious and the beds very comfortable and the whole apartment was perfectly maintained and clean - it felt like home and I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again if in Lerwick. · via Google [SecretHighlands](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/114894682747634401505/reviews) ★★★★★ Really nice and clean 3 bed apartment. You can get rates for a single right up to 6 people! All appliances modern and clean. Would definitely stay here again!! Right in the centre of Lerwick · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x489e8ba197f809cb:0x6a765580b27ee2e4!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ## At a glance **Address** 179 Commercial Street, Lerwick, Shetland, ZE1 0HX [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=60.1550140%2C-1.1439750) **Category** Landmarks & Monuments **Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (16 reviews) **Suitable for** Ages 9+ **Setting** Outdoor **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Shetland Isles [More attractions in Shetland Isles](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland-isles/attractions) ★ 4.7 (16 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/places/fort-charlotte/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01856 841815](tel:01856841815) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Shetland Isles **Postcode** ZE1 0HX **Payment** Cards **Plus Code** 9CGW5V44+2C [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x489e8ba197f809cb:0x6a765580b27ee2e4!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x489e8ba197f809cb:0x6a765580b27ee2e4!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x489e8ba197f809cb:0x6a765580b27ee2e4!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Shetland Isles Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DShetland%2BIsles%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland-isles/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland-isles/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Fort Charlotte? Fort Charlotte is open Mon–Sun 12am–11:30pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Fort Charlotte any good? Fort Charlotte is rated 4.7 out of 5 from 16 Google reviews. ### Is Fort Charlotte good for children? Yes, Fort Charlotte is listed as good for children. ### Is Fort Charlotte indoors or outdoors? Fort Charlotte is mainly outdoors. ### What ages is Fort Charlotte suitable for? Fort Charlotte is best for ages 9+. ### Is Fort Charlotte wheelchair accessible? Google does not list a wheelchair-accessible entrance at Fort Charlotte. ### How do I contact Fort Charlotte? Call Fort Charlotte on +44 7584 993800. ## More near Fort Charlotte ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Fort Charlotte Guest House ★ 4.7 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland/hotels/fort-charlotte-guest-house) - [Grand Hotel Lerwick ★ 4.0 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland/hotels/grand-hotel-lerwick) - [Rockvilla Guest House ★ 4.9 · 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/lerwick/hotels/rockvilla-guest-house) - [Auld Norlande ★ 4.9 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/lerwick/hotels/auld-norlande) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Fethaland 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland/cottages/fethaland-uk7548) - [Norwick 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland/cottages/norwick-uk7545) - [Reawick 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland/cottages/reawick-uk7549) - [Sands of Breckon 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland/cottages/sands-of-breckon-uk7547) ### Campsites nearby - [South Nesting Hall And Caravan Park ★ 4.2 · 7.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland/camping/south-nesting-hall-and-caravan-park) - [Cunningsburgh Touring Park ★ 4.5 · 8.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland/camping/cunningsburgh-touring-park) - [Bridge End Outdoor Centre ★ 4.5 · 8.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland/camping/bridge-end-outdoor-centre) - [Skeld Caravan Site ★ 4.6 · 10.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/skeld/camping/skeld-caravan-site) ### Things to do nearby - [Clickimin Leisure Complex Pools ★ 4.5 · 0.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland-isles/attractions/clickimin-leisure-complex-pools) - [Bressays Heritage Centre ★ 4.3 · 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland-isles/attractions/bressays-heritage-centre) - [Bod of Gremista and Textile Museum ★ 4.5 · 1.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland-isles/attractions/bod-of-gremista-and-textile-museum) - [Scalloway Museum ★ 4.6 · 4.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/shetland-isles/attractions/scalloway-museum)