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You won't have any problem finding exciting things to do in Ballater. Brush up on the area's history and check out the best attractions in this delightful city. Work out your schedule now so you can hit the deck running once you arrive.

Discover the sights of Ballater with some unique tours & day trips, or get through our list of {22 fun activities in Ballater fun activities in Ballater}. We have no booking fees and free cancellation, so you can rest easy and concentrate on planning an unforgettable vacation.

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Recommended things to do in Ballater

Number of things to do	22
Things to do from	$26
Cheapest thing to do	Northern Highlights Sightseeing Pass
Top 5 things to do	Whisky Distillery Trifecta - Glenlivet-Glenallachie-Strathisla Balmoral Estate & Royal Deeside Tour Northern Highlights Sightseeing Pass The Big Whisky Tasting Tour - Private Whisky Day Trip Mercedes V Class tour to Balmoral Castle
Under $25
With kids	Northern Highlights Sightseeing Pass Dunnottar Castle & Royal Deeside from Aberdeen Cairn Gorm Mountain Adventure Private Hike

What to do in Ballater

Free Things to Do in Ballater

Leave your purse in the hotel. It's easy to have fun in Ballater without paying a cent.

Ballochbuie Forest - Work on your green thumb and enjoy admiring the diverse range of plants on display.

Things to Do in Ballater with Kids

Ballater boasts loads of close by fun experiences for you and your kids. Our family friendly experiences will keep everyone entertained for hours.

Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Ballater? Search event tickets to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend!

Frequently asked questions

What to do in Ballater on a sunny day?

A Cairngorm National Park is the perfect activity for those who don’t want to miss a moment of sunshine in Ballater.

What can you do in Ballater for free?

Your trip to Ballater needn’t cost a bundle with free attractions like these to explore:

Loch Muick
Lochnagar
Knock Gallery
Ballochbuie Forest

Discover the most popular places to visit in Ballater

Braemar Castle

Braemar Castle is just one of the places to see in Ballater, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the restaurants and bars.

Lochnagar

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lochnagar during your travels in Ballater. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Braemar Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Braemar at Braemar Golf Club. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the restaurants and bars.

Balmoral Castle

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Find out about the history of Crathie when you take a trip to Balmoral Castle. Savor the area's bars and restaurants.

Glenshee Ski Centre

3/5(1 review)

Hit the slopes in Ballater with a visit to Glenshee Ski Centre. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the restaurants and bars.

Mar Lodge Estate

You can take time to visit Mar Lodge Estate during your travels to Ballater. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the restaurants and bars.