What to do in Ballater

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Places of interest in Ballater

Ballater is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Ballater, and make it a breeze to explore Ballater and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Ballater to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Ballater attractions

Ballater has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Ballater to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Ballater.

Looking for things to do in Ballater can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Ballater or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Ballater attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!

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Recommended things to do in Ballater

Number of things to do	22
Things to do from	£20
Cheapest thing to do	Northern Highlights Sightseeing Pass
Top 5 things to do	Whisky Distillery Trifecta - Glenlivet-Glenallachie-Strathisla From Aberdeen: Balmoral Castle Estate and Royal Deeside Tour Northern Highlights Sightseeing Pass The Big Whisky Tasting Tour - Private Whisky Day Trip Mercedes V Class tour to Balmoral Castle
Half-day tours	River Tubing: River Feshie - Cairngorms, Aviemore
With kids	Northern Highlights Sightseeing Pass Dunnottar Castle & Royal Deeside from Aberdeen Cairn Gorm Mountain Adventure Private Hike

Popular places to visit

Braemar Castle

Braemar Castle is just one of the places to see in Ballater, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the restaurants and bars.

Lochnagar

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lochnagar during your travels in Ballater. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Braemar Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Braemar at Braemar Golf Club. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the restaurants and bars.

Balmoral Castle

Find out about the history of Crathie with a stop at Balmoral Castle. Savour the area's bars and restaurants.

Glenshee Ski Centre

Hit the slopes in Ballater with a visit to Glenshee Ski Centre. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the restaurants and bars.

Mar Lodge Estate

You can take time to visit Mar Lodge Estate during your travels to Ballater. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the restaurants and bars.