Garthdee Travel Guide
Aberdeen





Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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

Aberdeen: Gin Distillery Discovery Tour with Welcome Drink

North East Coastal Trail from Aberdeen

Aberdeen: Daily City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)

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

Aberdeen’s Distillery Discovery Tour
Top hotels in Garthdee

Macdonald Norwood Hall Hotel
"It is a lovely hotel, I stay here often"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Ardoe House Hotel & Spa
"Chefs food was fantastic , the young man in charge of the restaurant 22/5/26 was excellent. The room was lovely. The only little niggle was the lack of attention from the receptionist on check in 22/5 /26, away from desk chatting. The lady at check out was great."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026

Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
"Handy, central, spot for travellers."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026

Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa
"Lovely stay, return guest"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Brentwood Aberdeen City Centre near Union Street
"The check-in process was awful and complicated. They wanted copies of my driver's license and ETA. And I sent that several times but once was not good enough. They wouldn't send me the access code because their online check-in system didn't work. The bed/pillow upon arrival had hairs and what looked ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026

Station Hotel Aberdeen
"Greta hotel with lovely staff always willing to help. Room was nice & roomy"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Garthdee

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.

Cults
Visitors to Cults enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Cults Sports Complex is worth a stop.

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.

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.

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.

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 Johnston Gardens.

