The Viking Cruises' vessel is the first to use the £16.5m multi-purpose pier, completed in late 2016.
The outside arm of the pier is being used initially by cruise ships up to 230mtr in length.
A number of Viking Cruises' ships will be among vessels scheduled to berth at the pier this season.
Viking Star passengers are also the first to use a new meet-and-greet station and information point, commissioned by Lerwick Port Authority and accommodating the harbour’s welcoming team.
The mobile unit will also be used elsewhere in the port which expects 75 vessels and a 21% increase in passengers to a record of almost 62,000 this season.
Victor Sandison, senior commercial executive, Lerwick Port Authority, said: 'The additional berthing and improved visitor arrival experience are part of our ongoing programme to attract and service the cruise industry which makes an important contribution to the Shetland economy.'
Almost 90 vessels are already booked for 2018, bringing around 93,000 passengers – both records.
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