Aberdeen West End Travel Guide
Aberdeen
Visit Aberdeen West End
Popular places to visit
Union Square Shopping Centre
During your trip to Aberdeen, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Union Square Shopping Centre. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
Aberdeen Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Aberdeen with a trip to Aberdeen Harbour. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
University of Aberdeen
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Aberdeen during your trip to Aberdeen. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
His Majesty's Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at His Majesty's Theatre on your trip to Aberdeen. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
Duthie Park Winter Gardens
Walk amid tropical rainforests or arid displays dotted with cacti at this beautiful garden set within a collection of large glasshouses in a pretty city park.
Robert Gordon University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Robert Gordon University during your travels in Aberdeen. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area.
Things to do
Dunnottar Castle & Royal Deeside from Aberdeen
Aberdeen City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)
Aberdeen: Daily City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)
The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Aberdeen
Aberdeen’s Distillery Discovery Tour
Top hotels in Aberdeen West End
Malmaison Aberdeen
"Great location, comfortable clean rooms, and helpful, friendly staff. Will stay here again"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
The Chester Hotel
"Hhh"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Great Western Hotel Aberdeen
"Room had balcony which allowed the sun to keep the room warm during the day. Meal at hotel was generous."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Dutch Mill Hotel
"The food was excellent as was the breakfast on Sunday"
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Ardoe House Hotel & Spa
"Chefs food was fantastic , the young man in charge of the restaurant 22/5/26 was excellent. The room was lovely. The only little niggle was the lack of attention from the receptionist on check in 22/5 /26, away from desk chatting. The lady at check out was great."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
"Handy, central, spot for travellers."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Aberdeen West End
Rosemount
When in Rosemount, you can plan a visit to His Majesty's Theatre and Aberdeen Music Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Midstocket
Though Midstocket may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Aberdeen Indoor Bowling Club and Johnston Gardens.
Ferryhill
While Ferryhill isn't home to many top sights, Duthie Park Winter Gardens and Union Square Shopping Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Central Aberdeen
Travellers to Central Aberdeen praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Aberdeen Music Hall and Union Terrace Gardens.
George Street
While George Street isn't home to many top sights, Bon-Accord Centre and His Majesty's Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Merchant Quarter
If you're spending some time in Merchant Quarter, Aberdeen Maritime Museum and The Trinity Centre are top sights worth seeing.
