Aberdeen, otherwise known as the Granite City, is a busy port in the North East of Scotland. Easily reached from cities in the south such as Glasgow and Edinburgh, getting to Aberdeen and catching a ferry is one of the most convenient ways to travel to the Orkney and Shetland islands.
The city itself has much to offer though. It’s a hub for the North Sea oil industry – the seaport is the busiest in Scotland and Aberdeen Heliport is one of the busiest commercial heliports in the world! Aberdeen is a popular destination – there are great shops here, superb restaurants and lovely places to stay. You can catch regular pop concerts and theatre performances in Aberdeen, and the city has two excellent centres of learning – the University of Aberdeen and Robert Gordon University.
Shops, shows and gigs
Museums, galleries and parks
Castles, whisky, and golf
Outside Aberdeen there are lovely fishing villages, great golfing opportunities, and even a whisky trail to explore! There are also spectacular castles to visit, from dramatic ruins at Dunnottar Castle and Slains Castle, to the stately Scottish home of the British Royal Family at Balmoral Castle. However, there is also plenty to uncover in the city of Aberdeen itself – you won’t have to look far to find an interesting place to explore!
Read our Aberdeen business guide, which covers the Granite City and round about, including shops, theatres, museums, castles, golf courses and concert halls. Whilst you’re visiting, try some delicious food and drink from the North East of Scotland, including beautiful whisky, delicious seafood and amazing bakes. There are also superb accommodation options available and brilliant ways to see the best of Aberdeenshire.
Aberdeen Ferry Terminal is located in the heart of the city, easily reached by car, close to rail and bus stations, with airport connections too. Find out more about sailings to and from Aberdeen.
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