Central Aberdeen Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic building with ornate architecture and a statue of a figure on horseback.
A modern library with multiple levels, glass railings, and extensive book collections.
A greenhouse with diverse tropical plants and flowers.
An interior of a church with stone columns, wooden pews, and stained glass windows.
A greenhouse with various plants and a pathway.

Stay near popular Central Aberdeen attractions

A modern building with a glass facade and the name "Union Square" on it. There are motorcycles parked in front, and a road with directional arrows.

Union Square Shopping Centre

8.6/10 (935 reviews)
During your trip to Aberdeen, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Union Square Shopping Centre. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
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Activities

Small-Group Dunnottar Castle & Royal Deeside from Aberdeen

Dunnottar Castle & Royal Deeside from Aberdeen

AU$140
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dunnottar Castle & Royal Deeside from Aberdeen
Small-Group Loch Ness & the Highlands from Aberdeen

Loch Ness & the Highlands from Aberdeen

AU$216
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness & the Highlands from Aberdeen
North East Coastal Trail from Aberdeen

North East Coastal Trail from Aberdeen

AU$140
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
North East Coastal Trail from Aberdeen
Aberdeen Hidden Gems

Aberdeen Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK

AU$28
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Aberdeen Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK
Dunnottar Castle and Coastal Heritage

Dunnottar Castle and Coastal Heritage

AU$200
per adult
Dunnottar Castle and Coastal Heritage
Aberdeen: Daily City Centre Walking Tour

Aberdeen: Daily City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)

AU$29
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Aberdeen: Daily City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)
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Our pick of the best Central Aberdeen Hotel Deals

Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen

Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen

4 out of 5
Union Square Aberdeen Scotland
The price is AU$141 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$141
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,184 reviews)
"Love where the hotel is situated but rooms are badly needing renovated they were clean but very dated"

Reviewed on 26 July 2026

Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
Station Hotel Aberdeen

Station Hotel Aberdeen

3 out of 5
78 Guild Street Aberdeen Scotland
The price is AU$103 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
AU$103
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (1,012 reviews)
"Best thing was proximity to rail station and shopping centre."

Reviewed on 26 July 2026

Station Hotel Aberdeen
Park Inn by Radisson Aberdeen

Park Inn by Radisson Aberdeen

3.5 out of 5
1 Justice Mill Lane Aberdeen Scotland
The price is AU$151 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$151
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,009 reviews)
"Very clean room, staff were lovely, we didn’t order breakfast as there’s a Wetherspoons opposite the hotel (nice breakfast) didn’t have to use the car park as we travelled by coach to Aberdeen. Would certainly recommend the hotel, and would definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on 26 July 2026

Park Inn by Radisson Aberdeen
Brentwood Aberdeen City Centre near Union Street

Brentwood Aberdeen City Centre near Union Street

3 out of 5
101 Crown Street Aberdeen Scotland
The price is AU$96 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$96
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Union Square Shopping Centre and The Trinity ...
7/10 Good! (768 reviews)
"I was not expecting much as it was a bargain basement price . Hotel is dated and looks tired . The room was clean , bathroom spotless and the bed was really comfy . Staff were extremely helpful . Definitely recommend for a tight budget was perfect"

Reviewed on 22 July 2026

Brentwood Aberdeen City Centre near Union Street
Residence Inn by Marriott Aberdeen

Residence Inn by Marriott Aberdeen

3.5 out of 5
Guestrow Aberdeen Scotland
The price is AU$237 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$237
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Brilliant stay. Staff all friendly and approachable, really clean, great room set up and facilities."

Reviewed on 26 July 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Aberdeen
ibis Aberdeen Centre - Quayside

ibis Aberdeen Centre - Quayside

3 out of 5
15 Shiprow Aberdeen Scotland
The price is AU$90 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
AU$90
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Aberdeen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Lovely and clean and near amenities"

Reviewed on 26 July 2026

ibis Aberdeen Centre - Quayside
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Our guide on where to stay in Central Aberdeen

Find the best Central Aberdeen areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A golden abstract sculpture in a fenced garden with a flagpole and lamp post in the background.
Photo by Bill Harrison
Open Photo by Bill Harrison

Dyce

Dyce is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Formartine and Buchan Way, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

A historic building with a stone facade, a stone staircase, and red flowers in the foreground.
Photo by Richard Slessor
Open Photo by Richard Slessor

Aberdeen West End

Aberdeen West End is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Queen Victoria Statue and Rubislaw Quarry while you're in town.

A greenhouse with glass walls, surrounded by lush gardens and statues.

Ferryhill

While Ferryhill isn't home to many top sights, Duthie Park Winter Gardens and Union Square Shopping Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.

A stone building with a red door, a wooden fence, and a garden with potted plants and a blue chair.

Hanover

While visiting Hanover, you might make a stop by sights like Codonas Amusement Park and Aberdeen Harbour.

A historic building with a large dome and classical architecture.

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.

Central Aberdeen Travel Guide

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