Merchant Quarter Travel Guide
Aberdeen
Visit Merchant Quarter
Popular places to visit
Aberdeen Maritime Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Aberdeen Maritime Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Aberdeen. 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.
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.
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.
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 Merchant Quarter
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
ibis Aberdeen Centre - Quayside
"Had a great two night stay here while exploring the city and surrounding area. I arrived very early as came up on the sleeper train. Dropped my bag off and went off wandering. After a couple of hours I didn’t feel great so on the slim off chance headed back to the hotel, explained that I wasn’t feeling ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Aberdeen Douglas Hotel
"Staff weren't the friendliest. No information given at reception about restaurant and bar hours or how the breakfast buffet worked."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Carmelite Hotel
"Book with confidence! Really enjoyed our stay at the Carmelite hotel, Aberdeen."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Rox Hotel Aberdeen by Compass Hospitality
"I never got past check in. I arrived and they told me there was no bar, no lounge, no restaurant as it was all shut due to refurbishments. The lady at check in then told me the air con was not working either. I had my room cancelled and moved to the Sandman."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Merchant Quarter
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.
