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Aberdeen city: tips and FAQs

Conseils d'initiés et questions fréquentes

Conseils d'initiés

Conseils pour votre visite

Start at the Castlegate

The Mercat Cross, the Tolbooth Museum, Marischal College and Provost Skene's House are all within a few minutes of each other at the east end of Union Street.

Walk to Footdee

Follow the harbour east to the Footdee cottages and the harbour mouth, then turn north along the beach esplanade.

Take a bus to Old Aberdeen

King's College, St Machar's Cathedral and the Cruickshank Botanic Garden are north of the centre. Plan the bus with Traveline Scotland or First Aberdeen.

Check museum days

City museums and galleries do not all open every day. Check Aberdeen Archives, Gallery and Museums before you go.

Ferries from the harbour

NorthLink's overnight ferry to Orkney and Shetland sails from the city harbour, a short walk from the station.

Events in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire

Dates to plan around

Dates confirmed on the organisers' own websites.

Braemar Gathering

Saturday 4 September 2027 (first Saturday of September each year)

Highland games held in Braemar since 1832, in the Princess Royal and Duke of Fife Memorial Park. The organisers say tickets go on sale on 1 February 2027.

Braemar Gathering →

Stonehaven Fireballs

31 December, at midnight

About 40 people swing fireballs along the High Street for around 20 minutes, followed by fireworks. Crowds gather from 10pm and the street can close once full.

Stonehaven Fireballs →

FAQ

Questions fréquentes

Where is Aberdeen city?

Aberdeen city is in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Granite streets, museums, the harbour, the beach and Old Aberdeen. Nearby stops and stations include Aberdeen, Union Square Bus Station, Jet 727 airport bus.

How long do I need in Aberdeen city?

Un à deux jours. Prévoyez plus de temps si vous comptez manger au restaurant ou visiter plusieurs attractions.

Quels sont les points forts ?

Highlights include Marischal College, Aberdeen Art Gallery, Aberdeen Maritime Museum. See the Things to do page for more.

Comment s'y rendre ?

Nearby: Aberdeen (ScotRail, LNER, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper); Union Square Bus Station (Stagecoach Bluebird and other operators); Jet 727 airport bus (Aberdeen Airport to the city centre); Dyce (ScotRail). The Getting there page links to the official timetables and journey planners.

Où manger et boire ?

We list 30 places to eat and drink in and around Aberdeen city, with filters to help you choose.

Où dormir ?

Nous recensons 12 hôtels et autres hébergements à proximité. Vérifiez disponibilités et tarifs auprès de chaque établissement.

Is Aberdeen city accessible?

L'accessibilité varie selon la rue, le bâtiment et le lieu. Consultez les informations d'accessibilité de chaque site ou opérateur avant de partir.

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