Central Aberdeen Travel Guide
Aberdeen
Visit Central Aberdeen
Popular places to visit
Aberdeen Arts Centre
Enjoy a performance at Aberdeen Arts Centre, a popular theatre in Aberdeen. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Marischal Museum
Be awestruck by the ornate Gothic-revival architecture of the second-largest granite building in the world, a civic landmark that was the former home of a museum.
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.
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.
Aberdeen Music Hall
You can get tickets for a performance at Aberdeen Music Hall during your stay in Aberdeen. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
Union Terrace Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Union Terrace Gardens, a lovely green space in Aberdeen. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
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
Top hotels in Central Aberdeen
Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
all as expected really.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Station Hotel Aberdeen
Room wasn’t as clean as I’d expected, with toothpaste stains on the bathroom floor from previous occupant. Otherwise it was all right.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Park Inn by Radisson Aberdeen
All ok
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Brentwood Aberdeen City Centre near Union Street
N/A - did not participate in their breakfast
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Residence Inn by Marriott Aberdeen
I've stayed here many times and always enjoy it. It's not super fancy, but it's always modern, clean, comfortable, and the staff is helpful and friendly. It's nice having the kitchen and a big airy room. The only minor (but might be more for others) downside is there's stairs everywhere to get in. ...
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
ibis Aberdeen Centre - Quayside
Excellent location, friendly staff
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Central Aberdeen
Merchant Quarter
If you're spending some time in Merchant Quarter, The Trinity Centre and Aberdeen Maritime Museum are top sights worth seeing.
George Street
While George Street isn't home to many top sights, His Majesty's Theatre and Union Terrace Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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.
Hanover
While visiting Hanover, you might make a stop by sights like Codonas Amusement Park and Aberdeen Harbour.
Aberdeen West End
Aberdeen West End is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Rubislaw Quarry and Queen Victoria Statue while you're in town.
