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
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.
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.
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
Dunnottar Castle & Royal Deeside from Aberdeen
Loch Ness & the Highlands from Aberdeen
Historical Adventure to St Andrews & Dundee from Aberdeen
Aberdeen: Gin Distillery Discovery Tour with Welcome Drink
The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Aberdeen
Explore Aberdeen in 90 minutes with a Local
Top hotels in Old Aberdeen
Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa
Bit more on cold breakfast selection, maybe stewed fruits. Info re exactly what it was
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
Clean room, fantastic staff, great location with lots of choice attached to a shopping mall.
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025
Ardoe House Hotel & Spa
Great hotel
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Station Hotel Aberdeen
Excellent value for money in the centre of Aberdeen
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025
Village Hotel Aberdeen
I have stayed here many times and it will continue to be my first choice for stays in Aberdeen. As always, the staff are friendly and helpful, my room is ready and clean and well equipped, parking is easy and the leisure facilities are splendid. A few lengths of the pool helps to stretch off a long ...
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025
The Aberdeen Altens Hotel
Overall a great experience. Stay here frequently when travelling for work. Always good
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025
Other neighbourhoods 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 His Majesty's Theatre and Aberdeen Arts Centre.
Hilton
While there might not be top attractions in Hilton, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cruickshank Botanic Garden and Cathedral of St. Machar.
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.
