Old Aberdeen Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Old Aberdeen
Popular places to visit
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.
King's College
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.
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.
Cruickshank Botanic Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Cruickshank Botanic Garden, a lovely green space in Aberdeen. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
The Sir Duncan Rice Library
After visiting The Sir Duncan Rice Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Aberdeen. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
King's Museum - Old Town House
Find out about the history of Aberdeen when you take a trip to King's Museum - Old Town House. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Dunnottar Castle & Royal Deeside from Aberdeen
Aberdeen's Ancient Heritage and Folklore Tour
Aberdeen: Gin Distillery Discovery Tour with Welcome Drink
Aberdeen Half Day: Dunnottar Castle & Highland Boundary Geology
Aberdeen Half Day: Crathes Castle & Highland Boundary Geology
Our pick of the best Old Aberdeen Hotel Deals
Ardoe House Hotel & Spa
"a welcome change from the more conventional business hotels i stay in whilst travelling. peaceful grounds and the building itself is stunning. excellent food and service and slept very well. I would recommend and will be staying here again."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
"Central location, excellent for rail travellers. All staff members , knowledgeable and helpful."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Moxy Aberdeen Airport
"Clean room good service will definitely go back again"
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Station Hotel Aberdeen
"The staff were very helpful and went out of their way to make our stay comfortable"
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
Village Hotel Aberdeen
"Great team Aways attentive"
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa
"When parking we used the loch st Bon accord car park which was close to hotel and reception gave us a code for discount on parking fees. The breakfast wasn’t the best for the price paid but had evening meal in the. Restaurant and was lovely"
Reviewed on 16 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Old Aberdeen
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.
Dyce
Dyce is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Formartine and Buchan Way, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
Hanover
While visiting Hanover, you might make a stop by sights like Codonas Amusement Park and Aberdeen Harbour.
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.
Aberdeen West End
Aberdeen West End is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Rubislaw Quarry and Queen Victoria Statue while you're in town.
