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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Union Square Shopping Centre
During your trip to Aberdeen, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Union Square Shopping Centre. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theater scene.
Things to do

Speyside Whisky Trail from Aberdeen

Aberdeen: Gin Distillery Discovery Tour with Welcome Drink

Aberdeen’s Distillery Discovery Tour

Aberdeen City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)

Whisky 'On The Rocks': Highland Geology & Whisky

Aberdeen: Daily City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)
Old Aberdeen Hotel Deals

Ardoe House Hotel & Spa
"My whole experience was wonderful thank you ."
Reviewed on May 20, 2026

Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
"Very good hotel in a great location. Food in restaurant was tasty and reasonably priced. Large choice for breakfast. Staff were all lovely"
Reviewed on May 17, 2026

Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa
"Clean room excellent shower"
Reviewed on May 20, 2026

Brentwood Aberdeen City Centre near Union Street
"Place is so dirty and the room is so dirty"
Reviewed on May 21, 2026

Station Hotel Aberdeen
"Room was good although carpet could be doing with a deep clean,bed was clean and comfy, toilet was spotless,staff were well presented and helpful, great central position for shopping and pubs"
Reviewed on May 19, 2026

Village Hotel Aberdeen
"The room was clean and so cozy. As a solo traveller this is everything you need without breaking the bank."
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Old Aberdeen

Seaton
If you're spending some time in Seaton, Pittodrie Stadium and Aberdeen City Beach are top sights worth seeing.

George Street
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in George Street and surrounding area, you can visit Bon-Accord Centre and His Majesty's Theatre.

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.

Hanover
If you're spending some time in Hanover, Codonas Amusement Park and Aberdeen Harbour are top sights worth seeing.

Merchant Quarter
If you're spending some time in Merchant Quarter, Aberdeen Maritime Museum and The Trinity Centre are top sights worth seeing.

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.
