Top 7 Things To Do and See In Aberdeen

Top 7  Aberdeen Attractions

The 3rd most populous city in Scotland, Aberdeen, has an old town charm that offers plenty of things to do and see for the discerning tourist. With a vibrant nightlife, several first class cafes and restaurants and a thriving cultural scene, Aberdeen is a great city to visit for those who love a place with a magical air of the past. Here are the top 7 things to do and see in Aberdeen:

The Castle Fraser

An elaborate Z-plan castle in Scotland it is the most elaborate in the country, with 300 acres of farmland woodland and landscaped grounds. Open from Easter to October, the Castle Fraser is open to the public for events, weddings, dinners, or for touring. This beautiful castle was used in the 2006 film The Queen as a backdrop for some several scenes – evidence of its beautiful aesthetic.

Codonas

Dubbed as Scotland’s greatest indoor and outdoor family entertainment amusement park, Codonas is a family-run entertainment complex, managed by the family’s third generation. Opened in 1969, it has become an Aberdeen icon with its countless rides, its haunted mansion, adventure gold course, theater, restaurants, bowling alleys and many, many more. If you’re bringing your kids with you, Codonas is a definite must in your itinerary.

Go Ape Adventure Course

Go Ape is the United Kingdom’s #1 forest adventure, with several of them available across Europe. Aberdeen’s Go Ape Adventure Course offers tree top adventures with zip lines, rope bridges and tarzan swings for the active tourist. A great activity for groups, it is an exhilarating experience that will give you both laughs and thrills.

His Majesty’s Theatre

The largest theatre in north-east Scotland His Majesty’s Theatre opened in 1906 and has the capacity to seat 1,400 people. It has two main venues, The Lemon Tree for the alternative entertainment scene and the Music Hall for all major concerts and performances. The theatre has hosted several international pop acts and companies such as Coldplay, John Bishop and productions of We Will Rock You, Dirty Dancing and The Sound of Music.

The Kinnaird Head Lighthouse Museum

Built in 1824, the Kinnaird Head Lighthouse Museum hosts guided tours for tourists who want to visit the museum and explore the great lighthouse that was built over an existing castle structure. Visitors get to explore the lighthouse itself, as well as the vast collection of lenses and equipment.

Provost Skene’s Home

Sir George Skene of Rubislaw was a prosperous merchant of Aberdeen. His old home, the oldest standing residential house in the city, is today a municipal museum. A large building with many rooms, they are furnished today with furniture and objects from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries to give visitors an idea about what it was like living during those times.

River Dee

For those who love nature, the Linn of Dee is a perfect afternoon activity. Head out to Derry Lodge, an unused shooting lodge with magnificent views of the Cairngorm mountains. You can simply walk your way down the river, find a great spot for a picnic and spend a quiet and relaxing afternoon in nature.

If you are planning to stay in Aberdeen for a couple of days or more you can find and book Aberdeen bed and breakfast accommodation with Private House Stays who are a leading accommodation website for privately owned B&Bs in Scotland.

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