Welcome to Aberdeen: Private 2-hour Highlights Walking Tour

Explore the highlights of beautiful, vibrant Aberdeen on this fascinating two-hour private walking tour with an expert local guide. As a port city, Aberdeen has a fascinating maritime history, a scenic coastline, and an interesting history. Also known as the Granite City, for its imposing and historic architecture, Aberdeen was built at the convergence of the Don and Dee rivers where they meet the Atlantic. The name translates as 'mouth of the river Don' - aber is a Pictish word meaning river mouth, and the Don is named after the Gallo Roman goddess of springs and Rivers, Divona. Today it is famous as the off-shore capital of Europe, but prehistoric settlements and villages show the area has been inhabited for over 8000 years. There are also a fantastic 45 green parks for walking and relaxing - as well as the nearby international golf courses and of course many, many historic whiskey distilleries - Scotland's national tipple!

1. 1

   Marischal College

   15 min

   See Marischal College, the second-largest granite building in the world constructed in 1837, which is now the home of Aberdeen City Council.

2. 2

   Provost Skene's House

   15 min

   Walk past Provost Skene's House, a 16th-century period house furnished with pieces from the 17th, 18th and 19th century.

3. 3

   Kirk of St. Nicholas

   30 min

   Explore St Nicholas' Kirk, a 12th-century church that was one of the largest and most important in medieval times.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   30 min

   Walk down Union Street, the famous shopping street where you can find popular brands as well as independent shops and retailers. Also get to marvel at the impressive Aberdeen street art and amazing murals that pop up in different areas of the city every day.

5. 5

   Castlegate

   30 min

   Discover Castlegate Square and the Mercat Cross, where Aberdeen Castle once stood, and many more hidden gems with your private guide!

• Wheelchair accessible
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.