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Central Aberdeen is a walkable, family-friendly neighborhood with convenient options for restaurants, bars, and coffee shops. In addition to its college atmosphere, the neighborhood has many charming qualities. Many visitors come to enjoy the natural beauty of the parks, while others visit for the local theater. Book a hotel or holiday apartment in Central Aberdeen and start exploring everything in and around Aberdeen.

Sightseeing around Central Aberdeen

Some top local attractions include the museums, theaters, and university. Study the collections at Marischal Museum, Aberdeen Art Gallery, or Tolbooth Museum. You can check out the local talent at Aberdeen Arts Centre, Belmont Picturehouse, and His Majesty's Theatre. Provost Skene's House, St. Andrew's Episcopal Cathedral, and Provost Ross's House are some of the notable landmarks. Take a tour of campus around Aberdeen College, King's College, or University of Aberdeen. Satrosphere Science Centre, Codonas Amusement Park, and Storybook Glen are family favorites.

Many visitors like to do some shopping while in town, but there are a number of other activities. Local parks like Union Terrace Gardens, Victoria Park, and Westburn Park are peaceful spots. Surround yourself with nature at Balmedie Beach. For retail therapy, consider Bon-Accord Centre, St. Nicholas Centre, and Academy, and seek out the perfect souvenir. If you have some more time, pay a visit to Mall Trinity, King's Links, or Pittodrie Stadium.

A few of the area's most popular attractions are Aberdeen Maritime Museum, Aberdeen Music Hall, and Cruickshank Botanic Garden. St. Mary's Roman Catholic Cathedral, Carby Art Gallery, and Union Square Shopping Centre are other must-sees.

Getting around Central Aberdeen

If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Aberdeen Station. Learn about your options for water transportation at the port.

Central Aberdeen is 5.1 miles (8.1 km) from the airport in Aberdeen (ABZ).