Point of interest
Torry Battery
25 locals recommend,
Tips from locals
Natalia
March 30, 2020
Nearby Torry Battery, formerly fortified and last used defensively in WWII is now an ancient monument. Today it is an excellent viewing spot for dolphins at play and is a popular destination for tourists wishing to view some wildlife whilst staying in a city. Close by are the remains of a rocket-propelled life-saving apparatus station and a Robert Stevenson - designed lighthouse and accompanying disused foghorn. At Torry Battery Car park you get an exquisite view of the resident bottlenosed dolphins feeding in the harbour mouth. During April - August join RSPB Dolphinwatch for guided viewing of these intelligent animals.
Nearby Torry Battery, formerly fortified and last used defensively in WWII is now an ancient monument. Today it is an excellent viewing spot for dolphins at play and is a popular destination for tourists wishing to view some wildlife whilst staying in a city. Close by are the remains of a rocket-pro…
Tony & Freda
July 4, 2021
The Torry Battery is a disused artillery battery near Torry in Aberdeen which has overlooked the city's harbour since 1860. Its a favourite spot for Dolphin watching and they can be seen jumping at the harbour most days. You can also walk along the coast to Nigg lighthouse just a little further up the coast. Its just a few minutes in the car or around a 25 minute walk along the River Dee and through Torry.
The Torry Battery is a disused artillery battery near Torry in Aberdeen which has overlooked the city's harbour since 1860. Its a favourite spot for Dolphin watching and they can be seen jumping at the harbour most days. You can also walk along the coast to Nigg lighthouse just a little further up…
Laura
October 13, 2018
Great place for Dolphin spotting when the weather is right. Also provides a great view of Aberdeen Beach and Harbour and back up over the city. Is a bit our of the city centre so easiest accessed with a car.
Allen
September 29, 2021
Torry Battery is a landmark left from the second world war, but now is the go to place to spot some dolphins. Or head down to Aberdeen's harbour and hop aboard a cruise out to sea for a chance to see them up close. Common sightings include bottlenose dolphins, white beaked dolphins, risso dolphins and even minke whales.
David
September 6, 2019
A great spot to see wild free dolphins doing what they do best, seemingly enjoying themselves
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Location
Greyhope Road
Aberdeen, Scotland