Attractions

As you would expect from an area with so many Britain in Bloom awards, there are many magnificent parks and gardens to relax in.

Unwind and take a stroll through the city centre museums, such as the Maritime Museum or Provost Skene’s House. Iin Aberdeenshire many of the towns even have museums specialising in the history of their local area.

Castle lovers can take in Aberdeenshire's Castle Trail; a selection of thirteen of the world’s most unique castles, that has been designed to highlight the cream of the areas many castles.

For family attractions there’s the Archaeolink Prehistory Park near Insch, Codona’s Amusement Park at Aberdeen Beach and Satrosphere Science Centre to name just a few.

In Buchan Aden Country Park has been recognised as one of the country’s best green spaces with a prestigious Green Flag Award.  Find a wealth of ways to spend your time here with a large range of facilities from Aberdeenshire Farming Museum to woodland walks and many many more. 

Have a look below for more suggestions for places to visit in Aberdeen City and Shire.