Merchant Quarter Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo by Nataguzz Ha
Photo by Matthew Rowe
Photo by Matthew Rowe
Photo "Merchant Quarter" by Chris Downer (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Chris Downer (CC BY-SA)

Popular places to visit

University of Aberdeen

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
Aberdeen Harbour

Aberdeen Harbour

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

Aberdeen Harbour
Codonas Amusement Park

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
Duthie Park Winter Gardens featuring a garden

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
Cathedral of St. Machar which includes a church or cathedral, religious elements and interior views

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

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

Activities

eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

eSIM: Airalo Europe Package

NZ$5
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package
Small-Group Dunnottar Castle & Royal Deeside from Aberdeen

Dunnottar Castle & Royal Deeside from Aberdeen

NZ$140
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dunnottar Castle & Royal Deeside from Aberdeen
Small-Group Speyside Whisky Trail Full-Day Tour

Speyside Whisky Trail from Aberdeen

NZ$237
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Speyside Whisky Trail from Aberdeen
Aberdeen City Centre Walking Tour

Aberdeen City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)

NZ$32
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Aberdeen City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)
Kings College

Aberdeen Historical Walking Tour

NZ$228
per adult
Aberdeen Historical Walking Tour
Aberdeen: Daily City Centre Walking Tour

Aberdeen: Daily City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)

NZ$34
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Aberdeen: Daily City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)
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Our pick of the best Merchant Quarter Hotel Deals

Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen

Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen

4 out of 5
Union Square, Guild Street, Aberdeen, Scotland
The price is NZ$146 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$146
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,060 reviews)
"Perfect location"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
Station Hotel Aberdeen

Station Hotel Aberdeen

3 out of 5
78 Guild Street, Aberdeen, Scotland
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,016 reviews)
Easy to find
"Right in the centre"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

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Station Hotel Aberdeen
ibis Aberdeen Centre - Quayside

ibis Aberdeen Centre - Quayside

3 out of 5
15 Shiprow, Aberdeen, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$113 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$113
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"I liked the dinner options if you wanted to stay in. The staff were always friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

ibis Aberdeen Centre - Quayside
Aberdeen Douglas Hotel

Aberdeen Douglas Hotel

3 out of 5
43-45 Market Street, Aberdeen, Scotland
The price is NZ$154 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$154
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (857 reviews)
"Very close to bus and train station so able to walk to property on arrival. Liked the hotel but our neighbour in next room kept banging the door shut. He also tried the door to our room at midnight on our first night. Not sure if drunk or just didn't realise it wasn't his room but woke us all up. ..."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Aberdeen Douglas Hotel
Rox Hotel Aberdeen by Compass Hospitality

Rox Hotel Aberdeen by Compass Hospitality

4 out of 5
17-23 Market Street, Aberdeen, Scotland
The price is NZ$124 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$124
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star romantic hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (396 reviews)
"Awesome service"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Rox Hotel Aberdeen by Compass Hospitality
Royal Athenaeum Suites

Royal Athenaeum Suites

3.5 out of 5
15 Union Street, Aberdeen, Scotland
The price is NZ$260 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
NZ$260
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Tolbooth Museum and Aberdeen ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (267 reviews)
"It had a kitchen in the room. Good location. Poor parking and directions to hotel. Once there is was nice."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2025

Royal Athenaeum Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around Merchant Quarter

Marischal Museum showing heritage architecture and heritage elements

Central Aberdeen

4/5(22 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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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
Aberdeen featuring 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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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
Duthie Park Winter Gardens featuring a park and interior views

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.

Ferryhill
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Torry

While visiting Torry, you might make a stop by sights like Torry Battery and Balnagask Golf Course (Nigg Bay Golf Club).

Torry

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