Central Aberdeen Travel Guide

Aberdeen

A historic building with ornate architecture and a statue of a figure on horseback.
A modern library with multiple levels, glass railings, and extensive book collections.
A greenhouse with diverse tropical plants and flowers.
An interior of a church with stone columns, wooden pews, and stained glass windows.
A greenhouse with various plants and a pathway.

Stay near popular Central Aberdeen attractions

A modern building with a glass facade and the name "Union Square" on it. There are motorcycles parked in front, and a road with directional arrows.

Union Square Shopping Centre

8.6/10 (935 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.
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Things to do

Aberdeen Hidden Gems

Aberdeen Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK

£15
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Aberdeen Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK
Dunnottar Castle and Coastal Heritage

Dunnottar Castle and Coastal Heritage

£104
per adult
Dunnottar Castle and Coastal Heritage
Aberdeen: Gin Distillery Discovery Tour with Welcome Drink

Aberdeen: Gin Distillery Discovery Tour with Welcome Drink

£35
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Aberdeen: Gin Distillery Discovery Tour with Welcome Drink
North East Coastal Trail from Aberdeen

North East Coastal Trail from Aberdeen

£73
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
North East Coastal Trail from Aberdeen
Highland Boundary Half Day GeoTour

Aberdeen Half Day: Dunnottar Castle & Highland Boundary Geology

£80
per adult
Aberdeen Half Day: Dunnottar Castle & Highland Boundary Geology
Explore the City Trough My Eyes Tours

Explore the City Trough My Eyes Tours

£20
per adult
Explore the City Trough My Eyes Tours
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Top hotels in Central Aberdeen

Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen

Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen

4 out of 5
Union Square Aberdeen Scotland
The price is £62 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
£62
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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! (1,195 reviews)
"Excellent location and great place to stay"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
Station Hotel Aberdeen

Station Hotel Aberdeen

3 out of 5
78 Guild Street Aberdeen Scotland
The price is £53 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£53
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (1,015 reviews)
"Breakfast was good"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026

Station Hotel Aberdeen
Brentwood Aberdeen City Centre near Union Street

Brentwood Aberdeen City Centre near Union Street

3 out of 5
101 Crown Street Aberdeen Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £48 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£48
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Union Square Shopping Centre and The Trinity ...
7/10 Good! (772 reviews)
"Great hotel. The gentleman on reception was so helpful, I can’t remember his name. Brilliant service from him."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026

Brentwood Aberdeen City Centre near Union Street
Park Inn by Radisson Aberdeen

Park Inn by Radisson Aberdeen

3.5 out of 5
1 Justice Mill Lane Aberdeen Scotland
The price is £64 per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
£64
18 Sept - 19 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
Park Inn by Radisson Aberdeen
Residence Inn by Marriott Aberdeen

Residence Inn by Marriott Aberdeen

3.5 out of 5
Guestrow Aberdeen Scotland
The price is £107 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
£107
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Residence Inn by Marriott Aberdeen
ibis Aberdeen Centre - Quayside

ibis Aberdeen Centre - Quayside

3 out of 5
15 Shiprow Aberdeen Scotland
The price is £44 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£44
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
ibis Aberdeen Centre - Quayside
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Where to stay in Central Aberdeen

Find the best Central Aberdeen areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Central Aberdeen
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A golden abstract sculpture in a fenced garden with a flagpole and lamp post in the background.
Photo by Bill Harrison
Open Photo by Bill Harrison

Dyce

Dyce is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Formartine and Buchan Way, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

A historic building with a stone facade, a stone staircase, and red flowers in the foreground.
Photo by Richard Slessor
Open Photo by Richard Slessor

Aberdeen West End

Aberdeen West End is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Queen Victoria Statue and Rubislaw Quarry while you're in town.

A stone building with a red door, a wooden fence, and a garden with potted plants and a blue chair.

Hanover

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

A greenhouse with glass walls, surrounded by lush gardens and statues.

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.

A harbor with large ships docked, a red fence, and parked cars.
Photo by Nataguzz Ha
Open Photo by Nataguzz Ha

Merchant Quarter

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

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