Old Aberdeen Travel Guide

Aberdeen

Cathedral of St. Machar which includes interior views, a church or cathedral and heritage elements
Cathedral of St. Machar which includes interior views, a church or cathedral and religious aspects
Cathedral of St. Machar which includes interior views, religious elements and a church or cathedral
Cathedral of St. Machar featuring religious elements, interior views and a church or cathedral
Cathedral of St. Machar showing interior views, a church or cathedral and religious elements

Popular places to visit

University of Aberdeen

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.

University of Aberdeen
Cathedral of St. Machar which includes interior views, religious aspects and a church or cathedral

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.

Cathedral of St. Machar
King's College

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.

King's College
Seaton Park

Seaton Park

Explore the great outdoors at Seaton Park, a lovely green space in Aberdeen. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.

Seaton Park
Aberdeen which includes interior views and modern architecture

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.

The Sir Duncan Rice Library
Cruickshank Botanic Garden

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.

Cruickshank Botanic Garden

Things to do

Small-Group Dunnottar Castle & Royal Deeside from Aberdeen

Dunnottar Castle & Royal Deeside from Aberdeen

฿2,618
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)

฿644
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Aberdeen: Daily City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)
Aberdeen City Centre Walking Tour

Aberdeen City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)

฿601
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Aberdeen City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)
From Aberdeen: Guided Day Trip & Castle Visit

From Aberdeen: Guided Day Trip, Coast & Castle Visit

฿4,250
per adult
From Aberdeen: Guided Day Trip, Coast & Castle Visit
The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Aberdeen

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

฿393
per adult
The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Aberdeen
Discover the Aberdeen Gin School

Aberdeen’s Distillery Discovery Tour

฿1,502
per adult
Aberdeen’s Distillery Discovery Tour
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Top hotels in Old Aberdeen

Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa

Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
St. Andrew Street, Aberdeen, Scotland
The price is ฿2,326 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿2,326
฿2,792 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,103 reviews)
Sandman Signature - Aberdeen
"Lovely hotel, great staff, fantastic whisky bar and perfect location for His Majesty's Theatre about five minutes walk away. Very clean, comfy bed, spacious shower and good WiFi. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa
Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen

Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen

4 out of 5
Union Square, Guild Street, Aberdeen, Scotland
The price is ฿2,290 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿2,290
฿2,748 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,061 reviews)
"Just a single night, but super convenient to the train station and ferry terminal. Breakfast was good as well. Friendly staff held our bags during the day after checkout. Good hotel by the train station."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
Station Hotel Aberdeen

Station Hotel Aberdeen

3 out of 5
78 Guild Street, Aberdeen, Scotland
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,031 reviews)
"Beautiful old hotel located in the city center. Beautiful old staircase. Hotel rooms were very large and beautifully decorated. Easy walking distance to amenities."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

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Station Hotel Aberdeen
Ardoe House Hotel & Spa

Ardoe House Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
South Deeside Road, Blairs, Aberdeen, Scotland
The price is ฿3,853 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿3,853
฿4,624 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Stunning property, set in beautiful grounds."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Ardoe House Hotel & Spa
Village Hotel Aberdeen

Village Hotel Aberdeen

3 out of 5
Prime Four, Kingswells, Aberdeen, Scotland
The price is ฿2,799 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿2,799
฿3,359 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Lovely clean hotel...beautiful room, excellent shower etc Would most definitely stay here again when in Aberdeen."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Village Hotel Aberdeen
The Aberdeen Altens Hotel

The Aberdeen Altens Hotel

4 out of 5
Souterhead Road, Aberdeen, Scotland
The price is ฿2,584 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
฿2,584
฿3,101 total
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The hotel was great, staff were amazing bed so comfortable and room clean. I sadly have to say though that it was maybe one of the worst hotel breakfasts I’ve had, especially for a 4* hotel. Not worth the money sadly, hotel was worth it though! I’d use the hotel again but definitely not have a ..."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

The Aberdeen Altens Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Aberdeen

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Seaton

If you're spending some time in Seaton, Pittodrie Stadium and Aberdeen City Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Seaton
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George Street

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

George Street
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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
Aberdeen which includes street scenes

Hanover

While visiting Hanover, you might make a stop by sights like Codonas Amusement Park and Aberdeen Harbour.

Hanover
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Merchant Quarter

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

Merchant Quarter
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 Union Terrace Gardens.

Central Aberdeen

Old Aberdeen Travel Guide