Attractions and Places to Visit in Aberdeen
With rolling hills, open farmland and towering mountains in the west and sweeping beaches, coastal cliffs and panoramic skies in the east, Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire has plenty of room for you to relax and breathe.
Places to Stay in Aberdeen
Aberdeen offers plenty of wonderful accommodation options, including sleek city centre hotels, eco-friendly retreats and luxurious country houses. You can stay in a bustling city centre, with great access-friendly attractions right on your doorstep, or out in the countryside.
Sports and Activities
If you’re looking for inspiration for new places to go, days out and things to do, there's no shortage of activities in Aberdeen. Hiking, riding, mountain-biking, gliding, skiing, snowboarding, kayaking, surfing, kiteboarding … the list goes on.
~Things To See and Do~ Activities in Aberdeen~
Food and Drink in Aberdeen
You’ll be spoilt for choice for places to eat and drink in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire. The region’s culinary landscape is as diverse as it is delicious. As well as serving up world renowned traditional Scottish fayre, there’s a renewed vibrancy about the restaurants and bars in town, offering up dishes from all corners of the globe.
Mobile catering business firing up quality smoked and BBQ spit-roasted meats at private and public events. We are Smoke & Soul.
It is a warm, family run Mediterranean restaurant in the heart of the Granite City. Enjoy a step back to the fifties style trattoria with cosy alcoves, rough walls and picture after picture of the beautiful Sicilian coast.
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The Fife Arms is the perfect venue for the business person as well as for leisure breaks with many interests including the whisky trail, shooting & fishing.
Shopping & Fashion in Aberdeen
Aberdeen has independent shops dotted throughout the city, though there are some streets with more shops than others. There are also a number of specialist shops, including jewellers, art galleries, toy stores, antiques dealers and seaside gift shops, as well as countless boutiques.
Health and Wellbeing in Aberdeen
Unwind in luxurious treatment rooms in a choice of beautiful and professional salons around Aberdeen. Manicures, Pedicures, Facials, Waxing, Consultations, Massages and more are offered in Aberdeen’s best beauty salons.
We specialise in orthodontics: that is what we have trained for many years to do, over and above our general dental training. Our specialist orthodontists are therefore particularly qualified to create and carry out tailor-made treatment plans to improve your smile, specially designed to suit you.
Local Services
Visitors, students and residents of Aberdeen can find information about local services and amenities or visit Events to find out more about local events or Local Traders about local tradespeople.
Properties for Sale & Rent
Estate agencies in Aberdeen are offering a great variety of properties on the area's favourite locations. In Aberdeen you can find an excellent selection of properties for sale and rent.
Things to do
Enjoy a family day out in Aberdeen, with different things to do whatever the weather. Explore green spaces, laser tag and play centres.
~Attractions, Places to Visit in Aberdeen~
~What’s on in Aberdeen Local News~
City to mark Holocaust Memorial Day
City to mark Holocaust Memorial Day News Image ellmcdonald Fri, 23/01/2026 – 2:22 pm
An event to mark Holocaust Memorial Day will take place on Tuesday 27 January in the Cowdray Hall at Aberdeen Art Gallery.Holocaust Memorial Day is held annually across the world to remember the six million Jews and other groups murdered under Nazi persecution, and genocides in Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia and Darfur.Aberdeen Lord Provost, Dr David Cameron, said: “Holocaust Memorial Day is an important day for everyone to come together, honour the memory of those who suffered unimaginable loss, and commit ourselves to…
Council gritters out in full force
Council gritters out in full force News Image kaallan Mon, 05/01/2026 – 4:35 pm
Eight diggers from private contractors have been brought in to Aberdeen to help clear snow in communities on higher ground in addition to a full force of road gritters, pavement gritters, and staff.The diggers are in the areas of Kingswells, Northfield and Mastrick which are in the west and north of the city particularly affected by the snow.The Council resources out across the whole of the city today include:15 road gritters with ploughs;14 tractors gritting pavements;8 diggers;About 90 roads staff working on…
Aberdeen Unites to Strengthen Community Cohesion and Welcome All
Aberdeen Unites to Strengthen Community Cohesion and Welcome All News Image DaEwen Mon, 15/12/2025 – 6:09 pm
Community leaders, faith groups, service providers, and residents came together at a Community Cohesion Event today to reaffirm Aberdeen’s proud tradition as a welcoming, multicultural city. The event, which brought together a diverse cross-section of the city, focused on supporting asylum seekers, resettled individuals, and all those who call Aberdeen home.The event at the Town House explored the vital role of faith communities and local organisations in supporting new arrivals, sharing best practices, and developing shared commitments to…
Christmas in Aberdeen to continue with Nativity Scene Blessing
Christmas in Aberdeen to continue with Nativity Scene Blessing News Image ellmcdonald Fri, 28/11/2025 – 11:11 am
Aberdeen’s Christmas festivities will continue on Monday (1 December) with a blessing service for the nativity scene in Union Terrace Gardens. The Lord Provost of Aberdeen, Dr David Cameron, will welcome local schools and members of the public for the service on Monday at 10:30am. The Lord Provost said: “The nativity scene serves as a reminder of hope, kindness, and unity for all. “I am looking forward to singing carols alongside our young people, who each year sing beautifully and help…
McDonald’s Franchisee Leads Community Christmas Toy Drive for Local Families
McDonald’s Franchisee Allan Paterson, who owns and operates three restaurants in Aberdeenshire, is proud to launch a new Christmas toy donation campaign in partnership with several local food banks in…
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