Sean's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Find out beforehand when spike the cactus will be there if you're going with the kids!
A 20 minute walk.
6 locals recommend
David Welch Winter Gardens
Polmuir RoadFind out beforehand when spike the cactus will be there if you're going with the kids!
A 20 minute walk.
Beautiful sand dunes and beaches for as far as the eye can see.
25 minutes by car
29 locals recommend
Balmedie Beach
Beautiful sand dunes and beaches for as far as the eye can see.
25 minutes by car
When it comes to castles in Scotland, you're spoilt for choice. I'd recommend picking this one as it's on the outskirts of Stonehaven, another must-visit destination.
Stonehaven is a quaint seaside town with a famous fish and chip shop (The Bay). Enjoy a walk down to the small harbour and soak in the views over a drink and dinner at the Marine Hotel by the water.
25 minutes by car.
175 locals recommend
Dunnottar Castle
When it comes to castles in Scotland, you're spoilt for choice. I'd recommend picking this one as it's on the outskirts of Stonehaven, another must-visit destination.
Stonehaven is a quaint seaside town with a famous fish and chip shop (The Bay). Enjoy a walk down to the small harbour and soak in the views over a drink and dinner at the Marine Hotel by the water.
25 minutes by car.
The 2nd largest granite building in the world! The building was renovated a number of years ago with the granite having been cleaned and restored to its original finish.
10 minute walk.
52 locals recommend
Marischal College
The 2nd largest granite building in the world! The building was renovated a number of years ago with the granite having been cleaned and restored to its original finish.
10 minute walk.
For the art aficionados! The gallery has undergone a recent refurbishment and expansion - well worth a visit.
Ten minute walk.
56 locals recommend
Aberdeen Art Gallery
SchoolhillFor the art aficionados! The gallery has undergone a recent refurbishment and expansion - well worth a visit.
Ten minute walk.
Food Scene
Like Thai food? Don't be fooled by the lack of fancy aesthetic in this venue; the food is authentic Thai cuisine and it's sublime.
Ten minutes walk.
Siam Cottage
13 Castle StreetLike Thai food? Don't be fooled by the lack of fancy aesthetic in this venue; the food is authentic Thai cuisine and it's sublime.
Ten minutes walk.
Aberdeen's number one whisky bar; be sure to try their whisky flights.
I'd also recommend a double measure of the Balvenie Doublewood, 12 year old 👌
16 locals recommend
The Grill
213 Union StAberdeen's number one whisky bar; be sure to try their whisky flights.
I'd also recommend a double measure of the Balvenie Doublewood, 12 year old 👌
This bar is actually called The Fire Pit now! It is still the best craft beer bar in the city. A large number of taps stocking a mix of local, national and international craft beer. Extensive bottle selection and great in house food by Smoke'n'Soul in the form of burgers / brisket / dirty fries etc.
15 minutes walk
18 locals recommend
Six°North
6 Littlejohn StThis bar is actually called The Fire Pit now! It is still the best craft beer bar in the city. A large number of taps stocking a mix of local, national and international craft beer. Extensive bottle selection and great in house food by Smoke'n'Soul in the form of burgers / brisket / dirty fries etc.
15 minutes walk
The best Indian in the city.
Try the Wok Tender Chilli Chicken starter and Chicken Chilli Masala main. You won't be disappointed.
10 minutes walk.
7 locals recommend
8848 Restaurant
347 Union StThe best Indian in the city.
Try the Wok Tender Chilli Chicken starter and Chicken Chilli Masala main. You won't be disappointed.
10 minutes walk.
The best steak in the city. This is place is POPULAR!
Book via their website a month in advance to avoid disappointment.
10 minute walk.
17 locals recommend
Miller & Carter Aberdeen
26 Union StThe best steak in the city. This is place is POPULAR!
Book via their website a month in advance to avoid disappointment.
10 minute walk.
Vovem Meat & Liquor
254 Union St