Aberdeen West End Travel Guide

Aberdeen

Queen's Cross, Aberdeen. This statue of Queen Victoria was moved here in 1964 having previously stood in St. Nicholas Street, in the city centre.
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St Swithin Street West end Aberdeen - attractive Scottish baronial granite houses with crow-stepped gables.
Granite and Flowers in the West End
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Rubislaw Terrace Gardens Manicured lawns with memorial rose bed facing the main thoroughfare of Albyn Place. The granite terrace of former houses now mainly holds offices.
Rubislaw Church from St. Swithin Street.
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Popular places to visit

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Union Square Shopping Centre

4.5/5(247 reviews)

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.

Union Square Shopping Centre
Aberdeen University King's College building captured on a beautiful late summer morning. Founded in 1495 this is one of Scotland's oldest universities; the crown tower and chapel date from 1500.; Shut

University of Aberdeen

4.5/5(66 reviews)

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.

University of Aberdeen
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Aberdeen Royal Infirmary

4/5(30 reviews)

If Aberdeen Royal Infirmary is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Aberdeen.

Aberdeen Royal Infirmary
View of Aberdeen skyline from inside the docks or harbor area

Aberdeen Harbour

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

Aberdeen Harbour
Part of the #lookagainfestival in Aberdeen. Making you think about the city around you.

His Majesty's Theatre

4.5/5(62 reviews)

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.

His Majesty's Theatre
The Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen, Scotland: Terrace outside refectory on Level 2 of the Riverside East building. The terrace is accessed through the refectory and provides exterior space on days of good weather.

Robert Gordon University

4.5/5(26 reviews)

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.

Robert Gordon University

Things to do

Small-Group Dunnottar Castle & Royal Deeside from Aberdeen

Dunnottar Castle & Royal Deeside from Aberdeen

฿2,344
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dunnottar Castle & Royal Deeside from Aberdeen
Aberdeen: Daily City Centre Walking Tour

Aberdeen: Daily City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)

฿628
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Aberdeen: Daily City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)
The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Aberdeen

The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Aberdeen

฿385
per adult
The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Aberdeen
Aberdeen’s Distillery Discovery Tour

Aberdeen’s Distillery Discovery Tour

฿1,465
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Aberdeen’s Distillery Discovery Tour
Aberdeen: Gin Distillery Discovery Tour with Welcome Drink

Aberdeen: Gin Distillery Discovery Tour with Welcome Drink

฿1,465
per adult
Aberdeen: Gin Distillery Discovery Tour with Welcome Drink
Aberdeen Historical Walking Tour

Aberdeen Historical Walking Tour

฿4,562
per adult
Aberdeen Historical Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Aberdeen West End

The Chester Hotel

The Chester Hotel

4 out of 5
59-63 Queens Road Aberdeen Scotland
The price is ฿3,773 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
฿3,773
฿4,528 total
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (596 reviews)
It’s always nice staying at The Chester Hotel in Aberdeen. When we arrived we got a complimentary room upgrade, which was nice.

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

The Chester Hotel
Great Western Hotel Aberdeen

Great Western Hotel Aberdeen

3.5 out of 5
239 Great Western Road Aberdeen Scotland
The price is ฿1,586 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
฿1,586
฿1,903 total
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Great Western Hotel Aberdeen
The Dutch Mill Hotel

The Dutch Mill Hotel

4 out of 5
7 Queens Road Aberdeen Scotland
Stay at this guesthouse in Aberdeen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (143 reviews)
Great location. Excellent room. Superb staff.

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

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The Dutch Mill Hotel
Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa

Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
St. Andrew Street Aberdeen Scotland
The price is ฿2,301 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
฿2,301
฿2,761 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,147 reviews)
Fantastic staff, so helpful, cannot do enough for you. I have stayed here multiple times and the rooms are lovely, spacious and clean. This hotel is very central. Will definitely stay here again

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa
Ardoe House Hotel & Spa

Ardoe House Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
South Deeside Road Aberdeen Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,097 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
฿5,097
฿6,116 total
17 Apr - 18 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
Love the rooms, Staff always friendly and the warmest of welcomes to the bar. Great breakfast too

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Ardoe House Hotel & Spa
Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen

Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen

4 out of 5
Union Square Aberdeen Scotland
The price is ฿2,006 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
฿2,006
฿2,408 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,134 reviews)
Fifth stay here and definitely not as clea

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
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Other neighbourhoods around Aberdeen West End

Exterior of His Majesty's Theatre. Rosemount Viaduct, Aberdeen, Scotland, UK. April 2018

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.

Rosemount
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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 Gordon Highlanders Museum.

Midstocket
I love the Winter Gardens in Aberdeen. Constantly changing throughout the year. This is the fern house in April 2015. There's lots of information about the different plants and why they are grown too.

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.

Ferryhill
Marischal Museum featuring heritage elements and heritage architecture

Central Aberdeen

4/5(632 area reviews)

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.

Central Aberdeen
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George Street

While George Street isn't home to many top sights, His Majesty's Theatre and Aberdeen Arts Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.

George Street
Aberdeen Pier

Merchant Quarter

If you're spending some time in Merchant Quarter, Aberdeen Maritime Museum and The Trinity Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Merchant Quarter

Aberdeen West End Travel Guide