Old Aberdeen
Aberdeen
Visit Old Aberdeen
Popular places to visit
University of Aberdeen
Explore the campus of University of Aberdeen, 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.
King's College
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit King's College, during your trip to Aberdeen. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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
Read, study, research and visit cultural exhibitions at the University of Aberdeen's landmark library building, a towering structure covered in glass.
King's Museum - Old Town House
Find out about the history of Aberdeen with a stop at King's Museum - Old Town House. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Aberdeen's Ancient Heritage and Folklore Tour
Speyside Whisky Trail from Aberdeen
Aberdeen: Gin Distillery Discovery Tour with Welcome Drink
Aberdeen Half Day: Crathes Castle & Highland Boundary Geology
City of Aberdeen Distillery: Gin School Experience
Aberdeen City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)
Old Aberdeen Hotel Deals
Ardoe House Hotel & Spa
"Enjoyed our stay very much. Comfy bed and good breakfast. Thanks"
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026
Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
"Central location, excellent for rail travellers. All staff members , knowledgeable and helpful."
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026
Moxy Aberdeen Airport
"Clean room good service will definitely go back again"
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026
Station Hotel Aberdeen
"Staff members were so polite and couldn't do enough to help you"
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026
Village Hotel Aberdeen
"The staff were great."
Reviewed on Jun 18, 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 Jun 16, 2026
Where to stay in Old Aberdeen
Central Aberdeen
Travelers to Central Aberdeen praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Aberdeen Music Hall and Union Terrace Gardens.
Dyce
Visitors highly recommend Dyce for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Formartine and Buchan Way while you're in town.
Hanover
If you're spending some time in Hanover, Codonas Amusement Park and Aberdeen Harbour are top sights worth seeing.
Ferryhill
While there might not be top attractions in Ferryhill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Duthie Park Winter Gardens and Union Square Shopping Centre.
Aberdeen West End
Aberdeen West End is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Rubislaw Quarry or Queen Victoria Statue.
