Scotland · Scotland
Top 10 places in Aberdeen
Ranked from Google ratings and review counts, not VacationGuide reviews. Sights and landmarks are weighted above restaurants and stays so the list shows you what makes Aberdeen worth visiting.
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Slains Castle
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Google rating 4.7(2,372 Google reviews)
Perched dramatically on the clifftops of Cruden Bay, Aberdeenshire, these 16th-century ruins offer breathtaking views over the North Sea. This historic site is famously known for inspiring Bram Stoker's iconic novel, Dracula. Visitors can explore the atmospheric remains of the fortress, which was originally constructed by the Earl of Erroll.
A975, Cruden Bay, Peterhead AB42 0NE, UK
Official website - 2Restaurant
Miller & Carter Aberdeen
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Google rating 4.8(6,315 Google reviews)
Situated on Union Street in Aberdeen, Miller & Carter is a restaurant set within a cosy, recently refurbished space. While primarily specialising in an extensive selection of steaks, the establishment also serves options such as grilled sea bass, varied starters, desserts, and cocktails.
26 Union St, Aberdeen AB10 1BD, UK
Official website - 3Attraction
Seaton Park
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Google rating 4.7(2,273 Google reviews)
Situated in Old Aberdeen beside the River Don, Seaton Park is an expansive green space boasting colourful flower gardens, mature woodland, and a children's playground featuring the Mr Therm engine. Pathways wind throughout the grounds, providing scenic riverside walks and direct links to a neighbouring historic cathedral and the university student village. Visitors can also take advantage of on-site amenities such as public toilets, plentiful seating, and free parking.
Don St, Aberdeen AB24 1XS, UK
Official website - 4Attraction
Aberdeen Art Gallery
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Google rating 4.7(1,940 Google reviews)
Housed within a late 19th-century granite building joined to a modern structure, Aberdeen Art Gallery presents collections spanning 18th- to 20th-century paintings and Scottish metalwork. Set across three floors, the exhibition spaces display ceramics, sculpture, contemporary pieces, and works by Scottish creators such as James McBey. Entry to the galleries is free, with donations welcomed from visitors.
Art Gallery, Schoolhill, Aberdeen AB10 1FQ, UK
Official website - 5Restaurant
Estabulo Rodizio Bar & Grill - Aberdeen
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Google rating 4.8(3,335 Google reviews)
Estabulo Rodizio Bar & Grill is a restaurant situated on Union Street in Aberdeen. The venue specialises in freshly cooked grilled meats and features a salad bar, serving diners in a cosy and welcoming setting.
38 Union St, Aberdeen AB10 1BD, UK
Official website - 6Landmark
St Machar's Cathedral
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Google rating 4.8(1,093 Google reviews)
St. Machar's Cathedral is a historic 12th-century landmark in Old Aberdeen, notable for its distinctive twin towers and a magnificent heraldic ceiling. This Church of Scotland building also features impressive stained glass windows and a memorial to John Barbour. It stands as Aberdeen's oldest continuously used building, offering a glimpse into centuries of local history.
The Chanonry, Aberdeen AB24 1RQ, UK
Official website - 7Attraction
Craigievar Castle (National Trust for Scotland)
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Google rating 4.6(1,280 Google reviews)
Dating from 1626, Craigievar Castle is a National Trust for Scotland property located near Alford. The castle interior displays original Jacobean woodwork, plaster ceilings, and a collection of portraits alongside later furnishings. Visitors can also explore the surrounding grounds, which feature a scenic hilltop trail, a small gift shop, and an outdoor drinks kiosk.
Craigievar, Alford AB33 8JF, UK
Official website - 8Restaurant
Cafe Andaluz Aberdeen
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Google rating 4.6(2,032 Google reviews)
Cafe Andaluz in Aberdeen offers an intimate dining experience with elegant Andalucian decor, serving authentic Spanish tapas, paellas, and other Spanish dishes. Located just off Union Street, it provides a vibrant atmosphere for enjoying a taste of Spain. Their menu features a variety of small plates designed for sharing, alongside larger options.
5 Bon-Accord St, Aberdeen AB11 6FX, UK
Official website - 9Restaurant
COSMO All You Can Eat World Buffet Restaurant | Aberdeen
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Google rating 4.4(2,667 Google reviews)
Situated on Guild Street in Aberdeen, this stylish, modern chain restaurant offers an all-you-can-eat dining experience. Diners can enjoy an extensive selection of dishes from across the globe, freshly prepared at various cooking stations.
Guild St, Aberdeen AB11 5RG, UK
Official website - 10Café
Haddo House (National Trust for Scotland)
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Google rating 4.7(1,432 Google reviews)
Haddo House is an 18th-century stately home near Ellon, designed by William Adam in the fashionable Palladian revival style. This National Trust for Scotland property boasts elegant Victorian interiors, a notable paintings collection, and beautiful terrace gardens. Visitors can also enjoy walks through Haddo Country Park, accessed via a magnificent avenue of lime trees.
Tarves, Ellon AB41 7LE, UK
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