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Aberdeen
Destination
Guide
Dest inat ion Overv iew
Visit Aberdeen by train
Quick train journey from
Edinburgh or Glasgow makes
the city a popular destination
for visitors from all over the UK.
The earlier you make the train
booking, the better price you
will get. Visit in July or August
for the best weather.
Take a dreamy coastal train
journey and visit Castle
Dunottar where the action of
Hamlet was filmed in 1990.
An outpost to the north of
Scotland and a gateway to the
Highlands, the allure of
Aberdeen keeps travellers
coming back to admire the
beautiful Granite City.
Aberdeen has been labelled
the ‘Granite City’ for its stunning
architecture. Around the city,
there are many stone buildings
and sculptures worth your
attention. You can visit the most
impressive ones on foot by
following the Walk Highlands
guide.
Dining in Aberdeen
Scottish cuisine is very distinctive
and varied as the country itself.
The North East of Scotland is
famous for its fresh, best quality
food. Many restaurants offer
traditional dishes with a modern
twist, and these will be the most
exciting to try. Try famous
Aberdeen Angus breed of beef,
locally made Haggis and Black
Pudding.
Check out Aberdeen Dining –
an independent guide to local
restaurant for best advice.
Places to visit
The city is famous for its sea-
based industries. You can learn
more about city’s fishing
heritage and the development
of the maritime industries at the
Aberdeen Maritime Museum.
Though petroleum industry
inflated the prices, many of the
cultural attractions can be
enjoyed for free.
You will be impressed with
Balmedie Beach. This sandy,
long and wide beach is
bordered with one of the
longest dune systems.
Scotland is where golf was born.
Aberdeenshire has an extensive
selection courses, which you
can enjoy while being
surrounded by picturesque
scenery.
Image by Bernt Rostad