Bucksburn Travel Guide
Aberdeen
Popular places to visit

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.

Aberdeen Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Aberdeen with a trip to Aberdeen Harbour. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.

Codonas Amusement Park
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Codonas Amusement Park during your visit to Aberdeen. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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.

Cathedral of St. Machar
Cast your eyes up in this magnificent medieval cathedral to see its stunning 16th-century heraldic ceiling and original friezes in the nave.

King's College
Explore the campus of King's College during your trip to Aberdeen. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do

Dunnottar Castle & Royal Deeside from Aberdeen

Loch Ness & the Highlands from Aberdeen

Aberdeen Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK

Aberdeen City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)

Aberdeen: Daily City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)
Top hotels in Bucksburn

Hilton Aberdeen TECA
Hotel ia stunning, spotless and staff are all lovely, disnt uae spa or gym but will next time. Limited options for dinner but was lovely juat the same..fab selection of drinks too
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

Aloft Aberdeen TECA
Ideal for TECA, residents bar open till 01:00hrs, good room facilities.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025

Craighaar Hotel
Didnt have breakfast. Evening meal was good and tasty. Lighting in room 15 was very poor. No main lighting in bedroom. Felt quite dark. Room clean. Staff pleasant and helpful in all areas.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

Britannia Aberdeen Hotel
Clean tidy hotel ideal price
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2025

Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa
Great stay. Staff were fantastic. No complaints at all
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025

Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
Good stay
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bucksburn

Heathryfold
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Heathryfold and surrounding area, you can visit Curl Aberdeen and Aberdeen Indoor Bowling Club.

Dyce
Dyce is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Formartine and Buchan Way, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
Kingswells
Unique features of Kingswells include the spas and restaurants. Make a stop by Kirkhill Forest or Brimmond Hill Country Park while you're exploring the area.
Hilton
While there might not be top attractions in Hilton, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cathedral of St. Machar and His Majesty's Theatre.

Midstocket
Though Midstocket may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gordon Highlanders Museum and Rubislaw Quarry.
Bridge of Don
If you're spending some time in Bridge of Don, Royal Aberdeen Golf Club and Old Castle of Slains are top sights worth seeing.









