The Outstack is the most northerly rock, although Muckle Flugga, where the lighthouse was built in 1858 is better known.
Along the west side of Burrafirth is the world-famous nature reserve of Hermaness. On the east side of Burrafirth is Saxa Vord, Shetland's second highest hill.
To the north east is Skaw, once a crofting community, the most northerly house is now self-catering accommodation.
There is a fine sandy beach where some archaeological ruins were found some years ago.
There is also a small salmon hatchery.
On the headland of Lambaness the remnants of substantial buildings of a second world war radar station can still be seen.
Norwick bay has one of the best and most accessible beaches in Shetland and also a much painted and photographed view.
The valley of Norwick is a profusion of wild flowers in summer.
Worth a visit in Haroldswick is the Unst Heritage Centre which houses permanent displays of domestic and working life in the past, fine lace knitting, geology, herring fishing, emigration and genealogy, there is a wealth of Unst family history information available.
Nearby is the new Methodist Church which was built mostly by volunteer labour. For anyone interested in the history of small boats, The Boat Haven is the place to visit. There is an extensive collection of traditional Shetland and Scandinavian boats and fishing artefacts.
Haroldswick has Britain's most northerly Post Office where postcards are specially franked to this effect.
The Loch of Cliff, Unst's largest loch, is popular for fishing and sailboarding and there is a fine beach at Burrafirth.
Baltasound was one of the chief herring ports from 1880 to 1925, and the remnants of this industry is still visible on both sides of the voe and on Balta Island which lies across the mouth of the voe making it one of the finest natural harbours in Shetland, boats of all types have sought shelter here.
Chromite was mined on Nikka Vord and at Hagdale from 1820 to 1944. The partially restored horse mill at Hagdale was used for grinding the ore.
On Crussafield are the Rounds of Tivla, three concentric banks dating from the Bronze Age.
To have a rest from the historical trail, Unst Leisure Centre, complete with heated swimming pool, is the place to go.
To keep in touch with the rest of the world, Isles Telecroft, Britain's most northerly telecottage is at your service, providing fax, e-mail and photocopying facilities.
The Baltasound Hotel is Britain's most northerly hotel and pub, and the guest house Buness House has interesting historical links. Clingera Guest house near the airport is on a working croft. See Accommodation
Unst's airport, with connecting flights to mainland Britain is on the south side of Baltasound.
Unst has a rich tradition in music, particularly fiddle and accordion music, and there are musical events at regular intervals throughout the year. Unst even has its own rock band, "The Bonxies".