Cove Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Union Square Shopping Centre
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.
University of Aberdeen
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Aberdeen during your trip to Aberdeen. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Aberdeen Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Aberdeen with a trip to Aberdeen Harbour. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
His Majesty's Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at His Majesty's Theatre on your trip to Aberdeen. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
Duthie Park Winter Gardens
Walk amid tropical rainforests or arid displays dotted with cacti at this beautiful garden set within a collection of large glasshouses in a pretty city park.
Robert Gordon University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Robert Gordon University during your travels in Aberdeen. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area.
Activities
Aberdeen: Daily City Centre Walking Tour (2pm)
Speyside Whisky Trail from Aberdeen
Aberdeen: Gin Distillery Discovery Tour with Welcome Drink
Aberdeen’s Distillery Discovery Tour
Our pick of the best Cove Hotel Deals
The Aberdeen Altens Hotel
Awesome Hot tub/ Steam room/ swimming pool
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Cove Bay Hotel
The room was clean and comfortable. The attached restaurant served wonderful food - no need to search for good food. The staff was so courteous and helpful and they had great suggestions on where to visit. The view of the North Sea from the restaurant is gravy on top of the good food and service. ...
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Ardoe House Hotel & Spa
The only issue I had was with the spa they charged me and then when I went to redeem my services they said that I was unable to beto accommodate because of an illness and would not refund my money so I would recommend that you do not pay until your services are completed just for your safety
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa
The hotel is beautiful and modern with comfortable beds and nice rooms. The rooms do run a bit warm but the windows do crack open. Nice central location. I wouldn’t recommend the breakfast though
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
The room iteslf was clean, as was the bathroom. However there was hair & other small debris in the drawers in the room. A small fridge would have been helpful as the room was hot. Breakfast was good, we’d no other meals there. We paid for a late checkout yet our key cards stopped working 30 mins ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Brentwood Aberdeen City Centre near Union Street
Other neighbourhoods around Cove
Kincorth
When in Kincorth, you can plan a visit to Duthie Park Winter Gardens and Union Square Shopping Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Torry
While visiting Torry, you might make a stop by sights like Balnagask Golf Course (Nigg Bay Golf Club) and Torry Battery.
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.
Broomhill
While there might not be top attractions in Broomhill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Duthie Park Winter Gardens and Queen Victoria Statue.
Central Aberdeen
Travellers to Central Aberdeen praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Aberdeen Music Hall and His Majesty's Theatre.
Merchant Quarter
If you're spending some time in Merchant Quarter, Aberdeen Maritime Museum and The Trinity Centre are top sights worth seeing.
