Known as the 'Granite City' for its grey stone buildings, Aberdeen combines maritime history with cultural vibrancy. The Aberdeen Maritime Museum explores the city's seafaring past, while Union Street’s historic architecture provides a lively shopping and dining experience. Duthie Park’s Winter Gardens showcase tropical plants, and Aberdeen Beach is a local favourite. The city’s unique character, surrounding countryside and coastal setting make it a compelling Scottish destination.
Neighbourhoods in and around Aberdeen
Holidays by land and sea
Redeveloped in 2019, Aberdeen Art Gallery revitalised the city’s art scene and is the jewel in the crown of Aberdeen’s museums and galleries, with a collection covering 700 years and over 2000 works.
Located on the city outskirts, Hazlehead Park features Scotland’s oldest hedge-lined maze and a 180-hectare park, alongside formal gardens, woodland walks, and a range of nature trails.
On the historic harbourside Shiprow, the award-winning Maritime Museum explores Aberdeen’s seafaring history, from trading, fishing and shipbuilding to the more modern energy industries.
The Deeside Way stretches from Duthie Park in central Aberdeen to the Cairngorms National Park. The section nearest the city makes for a scenic cycle or walk, following a disused railway line.
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