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 top-notch restaurants.

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

Kings College

Aberdeen Historical Walking Tour

£99
per adult
Aberdeen Historical Walking Tour
Robert the Bruce Marischal College Aberdeen

Aberdeen Historical & Turbulent Times Walking Tour

£175
per adult
Aberdeen Historical & Turbulent Times Walking Tour
North East Coastal Trail from Aberdeen

North East Coastal Trail from Aberdeen

£70
per adult
North East Coastal Trail from Aberdeen
Aberdeenshire Private Half Day Castle & Historic Areas To

Aberdeenshire: Private Half Day Castle & Historic Areas Tour

£349
per traveller
Aberdeenshire: Private Half Day Castle & Historic Areas Tour
Aberdeen City Centre Walking Tour

Aberdeen City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)

£14
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Aberdeen City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)
Historical Adventure to St Andrews & Dundee from Aberdeen

Historical Adventure to St Andrews & Dundee from Aberdeen

£69
per adult
Historical Adventure to St Andrews & Dundee from Aberdeen
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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 £72 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
£72
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,069 reviews)
Lovely stay for a theatre trip.
"Lovely stay for a trip to the theatre. Very handy, staff were lovely, room was really nice and quiet which was great with a young child."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 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 £65 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
£65
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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! (1,056 reviews)
Enjoyed our stay.
"Stay was so good, staff were friendly and always smiling the room was spotless good breakfast and although the bathroom/ shower was fine I can’t complain, but would say that an upgrade of the bathroom wouldn’t go amiss, overall I have no complaints and would certainly stay there again."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
Station Hotel Aberdeen

Station Hotel Aberdeen

3 out of 5
78 Guild Street, Aberdeen, Scotland
The price is £45 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
£45
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Close to train station, was safe and nice and we enjoyed our stay very much"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

Station Hotel Aberdeen
Village Hotel Aberdeen

Village Hotel Aberdeen

3 out of 5
Prime Four, Kingswells, Aberdeen, Scotland
The price is £72 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
£72
19 Sept - 20 Sept
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! (1,001 reviews)
Love Village Hotels
"Great food, great atmosphere, good sleep...what more do you need."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Village Hotel Aberdeen
Thainstone House

Thainstone House

4 out of 5
Inverurie, Inverurie, Scotland
The price is £64 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
£64
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Inverurie. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (335 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Thainstone House
The Aberdeen Dyce Hotel

The Aberdeen Dyce Hotel

4 out of 5
Overton Cir, Dyce, Aberdeen, Scotland
The price is £71 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
£71
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Formartine and Buchan ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (151 reviews)
"My son like's places with a swimming pool & here enjoys. We buy a toy for swimming pool & have fun every time. Lovely staff as well."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

The Aberdeen Dyce 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

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