Central Aberdeen Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Gordon Highlanders Museum featuring street scenes and a house

Popular places to visit

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University of Aberdeen

4/5(2 reviews)

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
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Aberdeen Harbour

Explore the waterfront in Aberdeen with a trip to Aberdeen Harbour. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.

Aberdeen Harbour
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Duthie Park Winter Gardens

4/5(2 reviews)

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.

Duthie Park Winter Gardens
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Codonas Amusement Park

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Codonas Amusement Park during your visit to Aberdeen. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Codonas Amusement Park
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King's College

5/5(1 review)

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
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Gordon Highlanders Museum

4/5(1 review)

Trace the 200-year history of the Gordon Highlanders from the Napoleonic Wars to today and discover the stories of the soldiers through displays and film.

Gordon Highlanders Museum

Activities

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Private Balmoral Glamis Dunnottar Castles Tour from Aberdeen

NZ$1,289
Per adult
Private Balmoral Glamis Dunnottar Castles Tour from Aberdeen
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Private Deeside Walking Tour to Kings Secret Retreat & Castle/Distillery Visit

NZ$1,023
Per adult
Private Deeside Walking Tour to Kings Secret Retreat & Castle/Distillery Visit
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Speyside Whisky Trail from Aberdeen

NZ$204
Per adult
Speyside Whisky Trail from Aberdeen
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Aberdeen’s Distillery Discovery Tour

NZ$55
Per adult
Aberdeen’s Distillery Discovery Tour
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Discover Aberdeen's Amazing Street Art: Private 2-hour Tour

NZ$373
Per adult
Discover Aberdeen's Amazing Street Art: Private 2-hour Tour
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Private Aberdeen Street Art Tour

NZ$236
Per adult
Private Aberdeen Street Art Tour
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Our pick of the best Central Aberdeen Hotel Deals

Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
4 out of 5
Union Square, Guild Street, Aberdeen, Scotland
The price is NZ$122 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$122
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Great staff, always attentive, friendly and helpful. Keep up the great service and good work."

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa
Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa
4 out of 5
St. Andrew Street, Aberdeen, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$191 per night from 14 Jun to 15 Jun
NZ$191
per night
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"Very well appointed. Excellent room service options."

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa
Holiday Inn Express Aberdeen City Centre, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Aberdeen City Centre, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
Chapel Street, Aberdeen, Scotland
The price is NZ$131 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$131
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Central for all amenities"

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Holiday Inn Express Aberdeen City Centre, an IHG Hotel
Mercure Aberdeen Caledonian Hotel
Mercure Aberdeen Caledonian Hotel
4 out of 5
10-14 Union Terrace, Aberdeen, Scotland
The price is NZ$123 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$123
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Happy Travellers
"Our room was spotless and cozy warm on a colder day. The lift was appreciated. Parking at the back was very convenient. Location was close to the shops and places to eat. Hotel had an excellent restaurant with an extensive menu. Check-in with Sharon was very friendly and smooth. She was good people ..."

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

Mercure Aberdeen Caledonian Hotel
Aberdeen Douglas Hotel
Aberdeen Douglas Hotel
3 out of 5
43-45 Market Street, Aberdeen, Scotland
The price is NZ$122 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$122
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (651 reviews)
"enjoyed our stay at the Douglas Hotel. However, it was a Saturday night and the bar crowd was very noisy. Seems they had a good time."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Aberdeen Douglas Hotel
Malmaison Aberdeen
Malmaison Aberdeen
4 out of 5
49-53 Queen's Road, Aberdeen, Scotland
The price is NZ$229 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$229
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (747 reviews)
"This is a beautiful hotel and we enjoyed our 2 night stay, although I did have a couple of small issues. One was that the refrigerator didn’t work, and when I reported it to the front desk clerk, she simply replied “they don’t”. Why have refrigerators that don’t work. Also the lighting is not very ..."

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

Malmaison Aberdeen
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Aberdeen

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Aberdeen West End

Visitors highly recommend Aberdeen West End for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Queen Victoria Statue while you're in town.

Aberdeen West End
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Altens

While Altens isn't home to many top sights, Duthie Park Winter Gardens and Aberdeen Harbour are some notable places to visit nearby.

Altens
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Cove

5/5(1 area review)

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.

Cove
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Bucksburn

3/5(1 area review)

Travellers enjoy Bucksburn for its breweries and golf courses. Consider checking out Auchmill Golf Course while you're in the area.

Bucksburn
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Cults

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Cults is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Hazlehead Park and Gordon Highlanders Museum if you have time to explore the area.

Cults
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Kingswells

Spas and restaurants are notable features of Kingswells. You might consider stopping by Brimmond Hill Country Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Kingswells

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