Aberdeen City and Shire

Welcome to Aberdeen City and Shire where you’ll find the very best Scotland has to offer. From vibrant modern city life and romantic hideaways, to tranquil country breaks and a host of adrenaline packed outdoor opportunities. Aberdeen's list is endless, the choice is yours.

Home to the country’s largest national park, a dramatically imposing coastline and of course the city itself, there is so much to explore in Aberdeen City and Shire. Fusing striking granite architecture, a rich and inspiring history, a dynamic modern arts scene and perhaps Scotland's strongest industrial heritage; the country's third largest city offers a host of treasures, just waiting to be explored again & again.

Literally translated as "between the Don and the Dee", Aberdeen's two bordering rivers create a beautifully Scottish backdrop to this historic and culturally rich city, with wildlife, nature, sport and adventure-a-plenty in the surrounding Shire. How will you spend your time here?

Request one of our brochures or guides to help you with planning your holiday, or share your City & Shire holiday stories or get helpful tips and advice in ‘Your Experiences’.

Despite Aberdeenshire's rolling hills and rural villages, the city is very easy to get to. Check out your travel options for getting to Aberdeen City and Shire here, or click here for city breaks in Aberdeen in Scotland.

For ideas of surprising things to see and do in Aberdeen City and Shire, take a look around this site as well as our dedicated Surprise Yourself website. And don't miss our fantastic accommodation and visitor attraction offers.

You can also discover a number of great activities in Aberdeen City and Shire whatever time of year you decide to visit.