Old Aberdeen Travel Guide
Aberdeen
Visit Old 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.
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.
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.
The Sir Duncan Rice Library
After visiting The Sir Duncan Rice Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Aberdeen. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Cruickshank Botanic Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Cruickshank Botanic Garden, a lovely green space in Aberdeen. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
King's Museum - Old Town House
Find out about the history of Aberdeen when you take a trip to King's Museum - Old Town House. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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 Half Day: Dunnottar Castle & Highland Boundary Geology
Top hotels in Old Aberdeen
Ardoe House Hotel & Spa
"We had to wait beyond the 3pm check in to get in our room. We were exhausted having come over on the overnight ferry from Shetland. We took our dog and the dog rooms are a 5 to 8 minute walk with you luggage include going up a floor and back down. There was no offer of help. Our room keys failed ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
"Excellent as always."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Station Hotel Aberdeen
"Room was clean and spacious but they could have made better use of the space. The staff were sufficient but no real interest. Disappointingly, there was the car park tax which many hotel employ these days but at least it was secure. Breakfast was buffet style which isn’t my first choice. Overall ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Brentwood Aberdeen City Centre near Union Street
"Great location. Everything else very dated"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Moxy Aberdeen Airport
"Stayed for a gig at the P & J live, only advice, if staying for a gig get there early or there will be no parking. not enough spaces for the rooms. Other than that, lovely hotel."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa
"Large hotel, well located. Decent breakfast. Very good service."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Old Aberdeen
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.
Dyce
Dyce is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Formartine and Buchan Way, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
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.
