Altens Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Aberdeen Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Aberdeen with a trip to Aberdeen Harbour. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
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.
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.
Activities
Dunnottar Castle & Royal Deeside from Aberdeen
Aberdeen Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK
North East Coastal Trail from Aberdeen
Loch Ness & the Highlands from Aberdeen
Aberdeen's Ancient Heritage and Folklore Tour
Our pick of the best Altens Hotel Deals
Ardoe House Hotel & Spa
"We started off with a lovely afternoon tea, then checked into our lovely and spacious room. We were delighted to find that it had a fridge for us to keep our fizz chilled. We then had a lovely walk around the hotel grounds and went for a bar dinner. The menu was extensive and well priced. The hotel ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
"This is a great hotel location for us travelling to Shetland, hotel staff were very polite and friendly, breakfast was plentiful and would suit anyone, beds are comfy and room was clean, there’s a fab service that allows you to leave luggage securely until you’re ready for onward travel, never disappointing ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa
"It was as described and we enjoyed it very much"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Station Hotel Aberdeen
"Room was clean and spacious but they could have made better use of the space. The staff were sufficient but no real interest. Disappointingly, there was the car park tax which many hotel employ these days but at least it was secure. Breakfast was buffet style which isn’t my first choice. Overall ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Brentwood Aberdeen City Centre near Union Street
"Walked into lobby and there was a musty smell, badly needed hoovered. Room was ok nothing special, bed was the worst, felt every spring in the mattress"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Thainstone House
"The room was reasonably clean but looked very tired and dingey, shower head holder was broken and when using rain shower,bath screen too short and flooded the bathroom floor. Have stayed in a lot better for a lot less!!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Altens
Cove
Some popular features of Cove include its restaurants and spas. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Duthie Park Winter Gardens or Aberdeen Harbour are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Torry
While visiting Torry, you might make a stop by sights like Balnagask Golf Course (Nigg Bay Golf Club) and Torry Battery.
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.
Broomhill
While there might not be top attractions in Broomhill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Duthie Park Winter Gardens and Gordon Highlanders Museum.
Merchant Quarter
If you're spending some time in Merchant Quarter, Aberdeen Maritime Museum and The Trinity Centre are top sights worth seeing.
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.
