Central Aberdeen Travel Guide
Aberdeen
Visit Central Aberdeen
Popular places to visit
Union Square Shopping Centre
During your trip to Aberdeen, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Union Square Shopping Centre. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
His Majesty's Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at His Majesty's Theatre on your trip to Aberdeen. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
Aberdeen Maritime Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Aberdeen Maritime Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Aberdeen. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Aberdeen Arts Centre
Enjoy a performance at Aberdeen Arts Centre, a popular theatre in Aberdeen. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Marischal Museum
Be awestruck by the ornate Gothic-revival architecture of the second-largest granite building in the world, a civic landmark that was the former home of a museum.
University of Aberdeen
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Aberdeen during your trip to Aberdeen. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Central Aberdeen
Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen
Very dated needs refurbished. Room was dirty - dusty , small bit of rubbish in areas obviously not looked at - behind curtains & where spare reels were. Dried blood on bathroom wall Cracked bathroom sink Towel ring hanging off. Toilets in main restaurant were dirty Staff at desk helpful Great location ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Brentwood Aberdeen City Centre near Union Street
Unfortunately, my experience was far from what was advertised. The condition of the hotel did not match the images presented online, which I found to be misleading. Upon entering my room, I was very concerned to find that the bedding had visible burn marks, consistent with cigarette damage. No headboard ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Park Inn by Radisson Aberdeen
Was very good, great location
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Station Hotel Aberdeen
Location was ideal for train and bus access. The hotel is old and the rooms are old and in need of updating but our room was clean. The common areas (reception and restaurant) were updated at some point. They do provide a nice breakfast and food was fresh and hot. Staff were very pleasant and ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Aberdeen
This was the perfect hotel to stay in while in Aberdeen. The staff were very helpful with any questions we had. The location is ideal to seeing the city, while also within walking distance to the train station. The continental breakfast was better than other hotel breakfasts that required payment. ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Mercure Aberdeen Caledonian Hotel
The single room was small, but not too cramped and had all that I needed. The staff were helpful arranging a boxed breakfast when plans changed to a very early start before the restaurant opened at 6.30am.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Aberdeen
Merchant Quarter
If you're spending some time in Merchant Quarter, Aberdeen Maritime Museum and The Trinity Centre are top sights worth seeing.
George Street
While George Street isn't home to many top sights, His Majesty's Theatre and Aberdeen Arts Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Rosemount
When in Rosemount, you can plan a visit to His Majesty's Theatre and Aberdeen Music Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Hanover
While visiting Hanover, you might make a stop by sights like Codonas Amusement Park and Aberdeen Harbour.
Ferryhill
While Ferryhill isn't home to many top sights, Duthie Park Winter Gardens and Union Square Shopping Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Aberdeen West End
Aberdeen West End is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Queen Victoria Statue and Rubislaw Quarry while you're in town.
