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.
Seaton Park
Explore the great outdoors at Seaton Park, a lovely green space in Aberdeen. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its lively bars.
The Sir Duncan Rice Library
After visiting The Sir Duncan Rice Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in 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.
Things to do
Aberdeen City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)
Aberdeen: Daily City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)
Aberdeen: Gin Distillery Discovery Tour with Welcome Drink
The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Aberdeen
Top hotels in Old Aberdeen
Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa
Clea
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025
Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
Great Hotel. Great Staff. Lovely views on upper floors of City.
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
The Aberdeen Altens Hotel
Hotel very clean, great pool and facilities, breakfast was lovely and staff were very friendly
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025
Station Hotel Aberdeen
Room 414. I was so pleased with this hotel, how central it was to everything . It was very clean and I loved the decor, the bed was comfortable and the bathroom facilities were excellent. There was plenty of storage and very spacious the view wasn't great though...it was a vent but I left the drapes ...
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
Ardoe House Hotel & Spa
Beautiful spot. Great service. Very very quiet. Just loved it here. Service is outstanding - Musa was wonderful as others. Love the beds, view from the room, everything.
Reviewed on Oct 31, 2025
Moxy Aberdeen Airport
Yes would stay again.
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Aberdeen
George Street
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in George Street and surrounding area, you can visit His Majesty's Theatre and Union Terrace Gardens.
Hilton
While there might not be top attractions in Hilton, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cathedral of St. Machar 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, The Trinity Centre and Aberdeen Maritime Museum 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.
