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The city of Aberdeen has many facets and is not just renowned for granite and the oil industry, but also it’s thriving cultural calendar, lively theatre and vibrant nightlife, along with excellent restaurants and attractions making Aberdeen an energising city break choice. Unlike other cities getting around is rarely a problem because Aberdeen has an identifiable core. Take your bearings from Union Street, the straight mile from Holburn Junction to Castlegate. Remember where it is, because everything leads to, from, or off it. |
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Aberdeen has two miles of sandy beach and a resort town atmosphere with Codona’s Amusement Park (home to Scotland’s largest permanent funfair), cinema complex, cafes, restaurants and superb leisure complex. However, if it’s a grey and rainy day, head for the Satrosphere science museum - fantastic for the children and great for grown ups too. There are also many award winning parks and gardens throughout the city and one top attraction is the Duthie Park, home to the stunning Rose Mound. Even in the depths of winter, the aptly-named Winter Gardens provide colour and scent and spanning two acres, it provides what some say is the largest area under glass in Europe. The oldest hedge maze in Scotland can be found in Hazlehead Park, so all in all it’s no wonder that Aberdeen holds the UK record of success for cities in the Britain in Bloom contest, having won 10 times! |
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Spend a day on the world’s only Malt Whisky Trail, explore our restored ancient castles or catch a glimpse of Balmoral Castle as you drive along Royal Deeside. Exclusive perhaps, and more than a little bit special, Scotland’s Castle and Whisky Trail has attracted the discerning almost since tourism was invented. More than a century and a half later, we still attract both Royals and famous Hollywood names. You can wander through one of the finest provincial art collections in the country at Aberdeen Art Gallery, uncover our rich heritage at Provost Skene’s House and Aberdeen Maritime Museum. For those who enjoy the great outdoors, there are endless opportunities in and around Aberdeen including fishing, hillwalking, surfing, canoeing and skiing. If you prefer to “shop ‘till you drop” you are well catered for with several shopping malls, speciality shops as well as the usual high street names. |
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| After the hustle and bustle of your day why not relax by enjoying a top class show at His Majesty’s Theatre, visit one of the three multiplex cinemas, take in a concert or eat out at one of the many superb restaurants. Whatever your choice of leisure activity Aberdeen has much to offer, so why not come and explore now. | |
