Cove Travel Guide
Aberdeen
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.
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.
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 Cove
The Aberdeen Altens Hotel
Awesome Hot tub/ Steam room/ swimming pool
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Cove Bay Hotel
The room was clean and comfortable. The attached restaurant served wonderful food - no need to search for good food. The staff was so courteous and helpful and they had great suggestions on where to visit. The view of the North Sea from the restaurant is gravy on top of the good food and service. ...
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Ardoe House Hotel & Spa
Breakfast was no so hot under hot plates and i felt the food was under this for a very long time
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa
Beautiful building in a fantastic location. The rooms are spacious and the bathrooms are large and comfortable. However, the overall cleanliness could be improved — the carpets and some furniture surfaces did not seem thoroughly cleaned, which was a bit disappointing. There is a good independent ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
Very dated needs refurbished. Room was dirty - dusty , small bit of rubbish in areas obviously not looked at - behind curtains & where spare reels were. Dried blood on bathroom wall Cracked bathroom sink Towel ring hanging off. Toilets in main restaurant were dirty Staff at desk helpful Great location ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Brentwood Aberdeen City Centre near Union Street
Unfortunately, my experience was far from what was advertised. The condition of the hotel did not match the images presented online, which I found to be misleading. Upon entering my room, I was very concerned to find that the bedding had visible burn marks, consistent with cigarette damage. No headboard ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cove
Kincorth
When in Kincorth, you can plan a visit to Duthie Park Winter Gardens and Union Square Shopping Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Torry
While visiting Torry, you might make a stop by sights like Balnagask Golf Course (Nigg Bay Golf Club) and Torry Battery.
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 His Majesty's Theatre.
Merchant Quarter
If you're spending some time in Merchant Quarter, Aberdeen Maritime Museum and The Trinity Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Hanover
While visiting Hanover, you might make a stop by sights like Codonas Amusement Park and Aberdeen Harbour.
