Aberdeen West End Travel Guide
Aberdeen
Visit Aberdeen West End
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.
Aberdeen Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Aberdeen with a trip to Aberdeen Harbour. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
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.
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 Royal Infirmary
If Aberdeen Royal Infirmary is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Aberdeen.
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: Daily City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)
The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Aberdeen
Aberdeen’s Distillery Discovery Tour
Aberdeen: Gin Distillery Discovery Tour with Welcome Drink
Top hotels in Aberdeen West End
Malmaison Aberdeen
I didn’t have the breakfast. The room was clean and loved the bath. The staff were very helpful.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
The Chester Hotel
Reception staff very friendly and helpful. Arrived early and although did not expect to check in we were offered another room which was ready. We left car in car park and walked down town for lunch and checked in later. Room was super clean and well equipped. Breakfast was self service and plenty ...
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Great Western Hotel Aberdeen
Hotel was ideally placed for access to the city centre. The room was clean and tidy. Shower is great. Sports Bar downstairs was lively, but not intrusive. Food was lovely, however, staff were a bit slow.
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2025
The Dutch Mill Hotel
Clean room
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa
Room was clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
Clean room and nice staff
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Aberdeen West End
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.
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.
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.
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.
Merchant Quarter
If you're spending some time in Merchant Quarter, The Trinity Centre and Aberdeen Maritime Museum are top sights worth seeing.
