Explore Aberdeen

Experience the richness of Aberdeen’s proud history and culture — from the sound of residents’ traditional Doric accent to the sights of glittering granite buildings lining the city’s streets. Explore the cobbled roads and historic university buildings of Old Aberdeen, then take a stroll along the nearby sandy beach and watch for dolphins in the busy harbour. Afterward, find your way to the quaint fishing quarter of Footdee, and lose yourself among its tiny cottages and colourful gardens.

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About Aberdeen

Experience the richness of Aberdeen’s proud history and culture — from the sound of residents’ traditional Doric accent to the sights of glittering granite buildings lining the city’s streets. Explore the cobbled roads and historic university buildings of Old Aberdeen, then take a stroll along the nearby sandy beach and watch for dolphins in the busy harbour. Afterward, find your way to the quaint fishing quarter of Footdee, and lose yourself among its tiny cottages and colourful gardens.

Essential Aberdeen

Do

Places to see, ways to wander, and signature experiences.

Aberdeen Museum

Speciality Museums

Footdee (Fittie)

Neighborhoods

Duthie Park Winter

Gardens, Parks

Essential Aberdeen

Stay

A mix of the charming, modern, and tried and true.

Palm Court Hotel

from $75/night

Atholl Hotel

from $105/night

Marcliffe Hotel

from $163/night

Essential Aberdeen

Eat

Can’t-miss spots to dine, drink, and feast.

Revolution

$$ - $$$ • Fusion, Bar, European

2022 Blether

$$ - $$$ • Cafe, British, Scottish

Monsoona indian

$$ - $$$ • Indian, Asian, Healthy

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