Discover Aberdeen through a local's eyes, discovering local history and culture on this 1.5 hour walking tour with your guide every day at 2pm. Discover Aberdeen's rich history from being a small fishing settlement to the centre of oil for Europe. Make your way through some of the oldest streets, explore tunnels and retrace the steps of some of Aberdeen's most important figures in our (sometimes…
★★★★★★★★★★4.8(288)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 288 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation
Combine the majestic heights of Royal Deeside with the epic cliff-top site of Dunnottar Castle. For almost 150 years, the British royal family have travelled to the River Dee for their holidays. With almost unlimited cash and resources, why do they always come here? We think there’s an easy answer. This area encapsulates everything everyone loves about Scotland. You find grand castles enclosed by…
★★★★★★★★★★4.9(219)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 219 reviews9 hFree cancellation
The battles, beauty, and whisky: This is your perfect introduction to Scotland. You shed a tear as you hear the tales and tragedies of Scotland’s Jacobite Rising at the Culloden Battlefield. You try to take your best photo as you pass by Scotland’s famous mountains and castles. And you lick your lips as you drink in the spirit of Scottish whisky in Dufftown, ‘the Whisky Capital of the World’. Wha…
★★★★★★★★★★4.9(167)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 167 reviews12 hFree cancellation
Look out for sea creatures, ancient castles, and beautiful beaches on this tour along Scotland’s North East Coast. On this tour, you venture from Aberdeen and travel along Scotland’s North East Coast. You stumble upon strange caves and rock formations, spot dolphins at sea, and admire a grand castle that inspired scenes from Bram Stoker’s Dracula. Your driver-guide keeps you entertained with stor…
★★★★★★★★★★4.8(94)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 94 reviews9 hFree cancellation
Visit the City of Aberdeen Distillery & Gin School - with a double G&T in hand, join us on a Discovery Tour and learn about Aberdeen’s lost distilling heritage, explore the distillery including the restricted production area, find out how you can make your own gin either at the distillery or at home, take part in a Q&A session with the head distiller and finally, enjoy a gin tasting from the rang…
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Join us for a scenic day exploring Aberdeenshire's beautiful and diverse landscape and get a real taste of the region. From rural country life to dramatic castles and the stunning coastline. We’ll visit the iconic Dunnottar Castle, perched on a cliff with sweeping views of the North Sea, and the gorgeous village of Stonehaven with it's many temping offers. In the afternoon we head over to Mill of…
★★★★★★★★★★4.9(41)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 41 reviews7 h 30 minFree cancellation
Guided by the Head Distiller, craft and distil your very own 70cl bottle of Scottish Gin. Using premium organic alcohol and botanicals from around the world, including the flavourful Macedonian Juniper, you’ll create a traditional gin recipe before going on to choose from over 100 different botanicals to make a unique gin, designed by you. Discover how Aberdeen Gin is authentically distilled in t…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(20)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 20 reviews2 hFree cancellation
A private guided tour / shore excursion through Aberdeenshire’s castles, landscapes, and history with a knowledgeable local guide. Explore Dunnottar Castle, Crathes Castle plus more in Scotland’s Historic Heartlands. With a private guide, you don’t just see Aberdeenshire—you experience it on a carefully paced private journey designed to help you connect with the places you visit. Dunnottar Castle…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(20)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 20 reviews4 h 30 min
Start your day at the Port of Aberdeen, for a journey filled with breathtaking views and captivating stops. Your first destination is the stunning Falls of Feugh, just a short drive away. Stretch your legs and take in the natural beauty of the cascading waters, with a chance to spot salmon swimming upstream, adding to the magical scenery. Next, immerse yourself in the grandeur of Balmoral Castle,…
★★★★★★★★★★4.5(24)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 24 reviews6 h 30 minFree cancellation
Explore the lesser known history of Aberdeen, alongside discovering some of the newest street art, all along the old road into Aberdeen. Battles, kidnappings and a martyred monk – these stories all took place along the old road into Aberdeen. But the road has also been the focus of more uplifting incidents, from tales of drinking to struggles for equality. Scot Free Tours brings to life what used…
★★★★★★★★★★4.9(17)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 17 reviews2 hFree cancellation
From bodysnatching and beheadings to witchcraft and whippings, we share real life stories of crime and punishment from the last 500 years on this self-guided GPS audio tour. Along the way you’ll see major Aberdeen landmarks, from Marischal College to the Mercat Cross, and learn how they were witness to darkest chapters in the city’s history. Scot Free Tours sheds a light on the baffling and often…
★★★★★★★★★★4.1(31)Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 31 reviews2 h 15 minFree cancellation
Time Exposure Travel will take you on a walking tour round some of the most interesting historical areas of Old Aberdeen. In Old Aberdeen some the areas we will explore include the buildings of the 15th Century University, at 12th Century Cathedral with an amazing heraldic ceiling and a dark secret, other fascinating areas and even visit a secret graveyard very few locals even know about. Tours c…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(15)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 15 reviews2 h
Aberdeenshire has many treasures to offer, and we take you on a fabulous private tour to amazing castles, historic areas and a whisky distillery in areas that are stunning as they are interesting. All the castles, are different to each other and cover 1000’s of years of history. This is a private tour for your group only. Suggested itinerary -Dunnottar Castle - one of the world's' most iconic -Cr…
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Explore the murkier corners of Aberdeen at your own pace with this highly acclaimed self guided audio walking tour of Aberdeen. Beginning from the Mercat Cross, you'll weave your way through hundreds of years of history while discovering the stories of piracy, slavery, and insurrection that the city hides in plain sight. Hear about "Indian Pete" and his efforts to banish child slavery. The tour i…
★★★★★★★★★★3.9(22)Rated 3.9 out of 5 from 22 reviews2 hFree cancellation
Explore Aberdeen at your own pace with this acclaimed self guided audio tour of Aberdeen. Beginning from Holburn Junction at the west end of Union Street, you'll weave your way through timeless streets while discovering the stories that the city hides in plain sight. The tour is ready whenever you feel like taking a stroll. It plays audio automatically at exactly the right time and place using yo…
★★★★★★★★★★4.6(12)Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 12 reviews3 h 40 min
Discover Aberdeen's local history and culture on this 1.5 hour walking tour with a local guide, available every day any time. Discover Aberdeen's rich history from being a small fishing settlement to the centre of oil for Europe. Make your way through some of the oldest streets, explore tunnels and retrace the steps of some of Aberdeen's most important figures in our (sometimes very dark) history…
★★★★★★★★★★4.9(9)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 9 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation
Delve into the rich history of Aberdeen's Old Harbour, a vibrant nexus of commerce and adventure. This walking tour reveals the harbour's intriguing past, covering everything from Vikings to the modern day oil industry - and, of course, with a health dose of pirates along the way! Over the course of about two hours, wander through this historic area and uncover the stories that shaped the city. -…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(7)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 7 reviews2 hFree cancellation
Door to door pick up/drop off & Private Tour with driver/guide. Aberdeenshire has many treasures to offer, and we take you on a private tour to some amazing castles and areas that are stunning as they are interesting. Our suggested itinerary covers four castles, all very different to each other and 1000’s of years of history. -Crathes Castle–A 16thC marvel with amazing gardens -Balmoral Castle–Th…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(7)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 7 reviews10 h
We offer a private tour to the heart of whisky country. Visit any Whisky Distilleries you want, and an example itinerary is in the Tour Details. All are subject to availability and most distilleries require advance booking for a Guided Tasting Tour, but not for just a tasting. On a Distillery Tasting Tour you will learn the secrets of how Scotland's most famous drink is crafted and then you have…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(5)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 5 reviews10 h
Step into Aberdeen with a friendly local discovery guide and uncover the Granite City’s character at your pace—choose a focused 1 to 2-hour intro or a rich 6-hour deep dive through elegant squares, cobbled lanes, sea-kissed streets, and story-filled kirkyards. Along the way, enjoy striking granite architecture, lively street scenes, hidden wynds, riverside or harbour viewpoints, and peaceful gree…
★★★★★★★★★★4.8(5)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 5 reviews6 hFree cancellation
Aberdeenshire has many treasures to offer, and we take you on a private tour to some amazing castles and areas that are stunning as they are interesting. Our suggested itinerary covers three castles, all very different to each other and 1000’s of years of history. This is a private tour for your group only. You can also choose your own itinerary. Our suggested itinerary includes: - Dunnottar Cast…
★★★★★★★★★★4.8(5)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 5 reviews3 h 30 min
Welcome to A Path Less Known Tours! I'm Jamie, your qualified STGA Green Badge tourist guide, and I'd love to show you Scotland's spectacular Buchan Coast. Join me on a private 8.5-hour tour from Aberdeen, exploring dramatic cliffs, beaches and historic fishing villages. Discover Gardenstown, Crovie and Pennan, where generations of fishing families shaped coastal life. We'll also explore the mari…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(4)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews8 h 30 minFree cancellation
Welcome to A Path Less Known Tours! I'm Jamie, your qualified STGA Green Badge tourist guide, and I'd love to show you the beauty and history of Royal Deeside. Join me on a private 8-hour tour from Aberdeen, departing at 9:00 AM. Discover stunning Highland scenery, charming villages and the royal connections of this remarkable region. We'll visit Balmoral Castle Estate, the Royal Family's Scottis…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(4)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews8 hFree cancellation
Discover Aberdeen through its striking granite streets and rich history on a guided walking tour led by a guide. From the medieval charm of the Kirk of St. Nicholas to the grandeur of Marischal College and the stories behind Provost Skene’s House, you’ll uncover how the “Granite City” evolved through centuries of trade, academia, and maritime power. Along the way, you’ll hear engaging stories, lo…
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(4)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews1 h 45 minFree cancellation
