Altens 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
Loch Ness & the Highlands from Aberdeen
Aberdeen Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK
Aberdeen City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)
Aberdeen: Daily City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)
North East Coastal Trail from Aberdeen
Top hotels in Altens
Ardoe House Hotel & Spa
Excellent buffet breakfast very helpful staff
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
The bar seats need replacing and the bar carpet very dirty staff very good bar meals excellent
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa
Hotel was easy walking distance to town as well as train station. Restaurant staff were also pleasant and meal we had there was good.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Brentwood Aberdeen City Centre near Union Street
Station Hotel Aberdeen
Excellent property fantastic excecutive room
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Village Hotel Aberdeen
The room was clean and so cozy. As a solo traveller this is everything you need without breaking the bank.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Altens
Cove
Some popular features of Cove include its restaurants and spas. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Duthie Park Winter Gardens or Aberdeen Harbour are worth checking out in the surrounding 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.
Broomhill
While there might not be top attractions in Broomhill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Duthie Park Winter Gardens and Gordon Highlanders Museum.
Merchant Quarter
If you're spending some time in Merchant Quarter, Aberdeen Maritime Museum and The Trinity Centre are top sights worth seeing.
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.
