Central Aberdeen Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Marischal Museum showing heritage architecture and heritage elements
Gordon Highlanders Museum featuring street scenes and a house
Aberdeen which includes interior views
Cathedral of St. Machar which includes interior views, a church or cathedral and religious aspects
Marischal Museum featuring heritage elements, street scenes and heritage architecture

Popular places to visit

Aberdeen Arts Centre

Aberdeen Arts Centre

4/5(1 review)

Enjoy a performance at Aberdeen Arts Centre, a popular theatre in Aberdeen. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.

Aberdeen Arts Centre
Marischal Museum which includes heritage elements

Marischal Museum

4/5(1 review)

Be awestruck by the ornate Gothic-revival architecture of the second-largest granite building in the world, a civic landmark that was the former home of a museum.

Marischal Museum

Union Square Shopping Centre

4.5/5(6 reviews)

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.

Union Square Shopping Centre

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.

His Majesty's Theatre

Aberdeen Music Hall

You can get tickets for a performance at Aberdeen Music Hall during your stay in Aberdeen. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.

Aberdeen Music Hall

Union Terrace Gardens

4/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Union Terrace Gardens, a lovely green space in Aberdeen. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.

Union Terrace Gardens

Activities

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eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

AU$5
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom
Whisky Distillery Trifecta - Macallan - Glenfiddich - Glenlivet - Private Tour

Whisky Distillery Trifecta - Glenlivet-Glenallachie-Strathisla

AU$2,501
per adult
Whisky Distillery Trifecta - Glenlivet-Glenallachie-Strathisla
Private Aberdeen Street Art Tour

Private Aberdeen Street Art Tour

AU$261
per traveller
Private Aberdeen Street Art Tour
Aberdeen City Centre Walking Tour

Aberdeen City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)

AU$29
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Aberdeen City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)
Aberdeenshire Private Half Day Castle & Historic Areas To

Aberdeenshire: Private Half Day Castle & Historic Areas Tour

AU$728
per traveller
Aberdeenshire: Private Half Day Castle & Historic Areas Tour
Aberdeen, Shire Castle & Distillery Private Group Day Tour

Aberdeen, Shire Castle & Distillery Private Group Day Tour

AU$1,282
per adult
Aberdeen, Shire Castle & Distillery Private Group Day 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 AU$139 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$139
13 July - 14 July
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! (1,037 reviews)
"Young man on reception was helpful and good smile and welcoming a topper"

Reviewed on 20 Jun. 2025

Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
Station Hotel Aberdeen
Station Hotel Aberdeen
3 out of 5
78 Guild Street, Aberdeen, Scotland
The price is AU$263 per night from 1 July to 2 July
AU$263
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,015 reviews)
"Even though in centre was quiet enough to sleep. Large clean room."

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2025

Station Hotel Aberdeen
Brentwood Aberdeen City Centre near Union Street
Brentwood Aberdeen City Centre near Union Street
3 out of 5
101 Crown Street, Aberdeen, Scotland
The price is AU$84 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$84
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Union Square Shopping Centre and ...
7.4/10 Good! (595 reviews)
"Centrally located and easily accessible to many including historical, touristic and other places of interest. Highly recommended!"

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2025

Brentwood Aberdeen City Centre near Union Street
Park Inn by Radisson Aberdeen
Park Inn by Radisson Aberdeen
3.5 out of 5
1 Justice Mill Lane, Aberdeen, Scotland
The price is AU$138 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$138
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (995 reviews)
"Great condition throughout, the reception area very comfortable and calming, the lifts were fast and roomy, and the room spacious enough. Excellent night's sleep."

Reviewed on 20 Jun. 2025

Park Inn by Radisson Aberdeen
Holiday Inn Express Aberdeen City Centre by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Aberdeen City Centre by IHG
3 out of 5
Chapel Street, Aberdeen, Scotland
The price is AU$111 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$111
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Staff are always polite well mannered have there hotel clothing on hotel room was clean and spacish as per usual breakfast was nice would always change the tomato for mushrooms other than that 5 or a 5 star for the price you pay 5th stay this year and will continue to use when in Aberdeen area thank ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jun. 2025

Holiday Inn Express Aberdeen City Centre by IHG
Citi Hotel
Citi Hotel
3.5 out of 5
3 Bath Street, Aberdeen, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$99 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$99
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free WiFi and housekeeping. Popular attractions Union Square Shopping Centre and The Trinity Centre are located ...
6.6/10 (263 reviews)
"Easy access to hotel but lift not working"

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2025

Citi Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around 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
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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 which includes interior views and a garden

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
Aberdeen which includes 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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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.

Aberdeen West End
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Torry

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

Torry

Central Aberdeen Travel Guide

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