Information for: Aberdeen
The Oil Capital of Europe has developed significantly due to the oil revenues of the last 35 years. Relatively small in city terms, it still offers some good bars, restaurants and hotels. Its unique location – right on the coast but very close to the country on 3 sides – means that Aberdeen and the surrounding areas have alot to offer the visitor.
Hotels located in: Aberdeen
Hilton Treetops
Aberdeen’s Hilton Treetops Hotel is a functional large hotel in a nice part of the city. It’s an older-style 4-star that’s had a recent-ish refurbishment. It has a good fitness centre – but not too much else in the way of amenities. However, added to the reassurance of staying in a Hilton, the Treetops is [...]
161 Springfield RoadAberdeen
Tel No: +44 122 431 3377
Radisson Park Inn
The Radisson Park Inn is one of the newest and more exciting hotels in Aberdeen. Ideally suited for a business traveller, this unique hotel boasts fantastic services and wonderful food and drinks. The weekends here are great where a vibrant bar and restaurant ensure a great atmosphere and superb facilities. With a private gym on [...]
1 Justice Mill LaneAberdeen
Tel No: +44 1224 592999
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Marriott Hotel
This Marriott Hotel is a large airport hotel with plenty of good facilities – check out the indoor pool, sauna, gym and good dining and bar options. As well as being very close to the airport, it’s location is also near to some of the city’s major industrial estates. Very popular because of its location [...]
Overton CircleDyce
Tel No: +44 122 477 0011
The Marcliffe Hotel
Aberdeen’s best-known and finest hotel has long been the place to stay in the city. In a beautiful, leafy, suburban location, it offers high comfort, great facilities and more than a few luxurious touches. The spa is fantastic, the food excellent and look out for one of the best wine lists you will see anywhere [...]
North Deeside RoadPitfodels
AberdeenTel No: +44 122 486 1000
Simpsons Hotel
A luxury boutique hotel in the city’s west end, Simpson’s is a very popular and stylish hotel. It’s light on amenities but goes a long way to making up for this, with the Riviera-style rooms, popular bar, award-winning restaurant and upmarket location. Definitely one of the better places to stayin Aberdeen – if you can [...]
59-63 Queens RdAberdeen
Tel No: +44 122 432 7777
Malmaison
Malmaison is one of Aberdeen’s newest and best hotels. Situated in the West End of the city, it offers absolutely outstanding value and quality. The rooms/suites are gorgeous, the gym is state-of-the-art and the bar & restaurant are superb. We just love all the Malmaison hotels – and this is one of the best.
49-53 Queens RdAberdeen
Tel No: +44 122 432 7370
Culture & Entertainment Located in: Aberdeen
Orchid
Orchid Aberdeen is one of the hottest bars in Aberdeen. It really stands out in Aberdeen and is open to 3am. The only bar in the city open till then! There is a vast selection of cocktails on sale here and are some of the best in the city! The owners make them themselves and [...]
14 Bon Accord SquareAberdeen
Tel No: 07751 214 550
Malmaison
This popular hotel is one of the best in Aberdeen and also hosts one of the most trendy bars in the area. Lots of comfy seats and deep purple décor leads to a very hip and stylish bar. Good drinks list which has top shelf spirits on offer at pretty reasonable prices. Whether your here [...]
49-53 Queens RoadAberdeen
Tel No: +44 1224 327370
Dusk
Dusk is one of the premier bars in the city and perfectly located on Langstane Place. There are a lot of bars in this area but Dusk is definitely one to visit. Dusk specialise in serving a wonderfully diverse range of cocktails using the freshest, finest ingredients and providing first class spirits. Dusk pride themselves [...]
51 Langstane PlaceAberdeen
Tel No: +44 1224 594430
The Dutch Mill
The Dutch Mill is an Aberdeen instituion. A very popular traditional pub, it captures most groups with its large bar and sizeable restaurant. Business-leaning due to its location, it fills-up at the weekend with a professional crowd. Make no mistake, The Dutch Mill is nothing fancy but it’s great for drinks, provides solid food and [...]
7 Queens RoadAberdeen
Tel No: +44 122 432 2555
Dizzy’s
Dizzy’s is a popular, upmarket west end bar & bistro. Very popular at the weekends, there’s also a good level of activity throughout the week, mainly from the after-work crowd. The small outside patio can be a real sun trap and the food’s good too. An ideal place to start your night – whether you’re [...]
70 Carden PlaceAberdeen
Tel No: +44 122 462 5577
Simpson’s
Simpson’s is one of the best bars in Aberdeen and usually the first stop when drinking in the west end. There is a big bar with lots of room and comfy sets. Always busy on a Friday and a great atmosphere every day of the week.
59 Queens Road,Aberdeen
Tel No: +44 1224 327777
Restaurants Located in: Aberdeen
The Courtyard
The Courtyard was a well established restaurant during the late 80s and 90s. Now under new ownership The Courtyard is the newest and most exciting restaurant in Aberdeen. With a now blooming sister restaurant in the form of La Stella, already flourishing in the city, the Courtyard is already looking like being the next big [...]
1 Alford LaneAberdeen
Tel No: +44 1224 589109
La Stella
La Stella has fast become one of the best and most recognised restaurants in Aberdeen. La Stella pride themselves on unique and special dishes as well as a host of fresh and delicious seafood specials which change daily. Set in the unusual Adelphi in Aberdeen, La Stella is a must for all food lovers in [...]
28 AdelphiAberdeen
Tel No: +44 1224 211414
Dizzy’s
Popular upmarket west end bar & bistro. Very popular at the weekend and has activity through the week. Outside patio for smokers and pretty good food. Our first port of call when we are in town.
70 Carden PlaceAberdeen
Tel No: +44 1224 625577
Malmaison Brasserie
This popular hotel has a great reputation for food throughout the country and the newest addition to the chain is no different. A wide range of local produce found here that is always well cooked. They have a great wine list and a very funky wine cellar which you walk over on a glass floor. [...]
49 -53 Queens RoadAberdeen
Tel No: +44 1224 327370
Shahbaaz Tandoori
Finest indian in town. Very high-quality dining in the city. Well-established with excellent choice and service. Try the King Prawn Balti!
19 Rose StAberdeen
Tel No: +44 1224 641786
Simpsons
Simpson’s is a Luxury boutique hotel in the west end of Aberdeen. A Very popular and stylish hotel, that also has great bar and restaurant. Usually busy on a Friday night and during the day. They have a great lunch menu and great food. One of the better places to stay in Aberdeen, only if [...]
59-63 Queen's RoadPitfodels
Tel No: +44 1224 327777
Sporting/Leisure/Beauty Located in: Aberdeen
Coco Violet
Coco Violet is a unique boutique in the heart of the city. It houses an eclectic collection of fashion for women who wants to stand out from the crowd. With stunning items you don’t see very often, you will be sure to find that little something to make you feel special!
70 The GreenAberdeen
Tel No: +44 122 458 7423
De-Zire
Take a short trip out of Aberdeen to the thriving market town of Inverurie, which is about 16 miles north west of Aberdeen. Here you will discover a small gem called De-zire, a recently opened designer lingerie shop. With names such as Lejaby, Charnos and Ted Baker on offer, you cannot fail to find something [...]
8 West High StreetInverurie
AberdeenshireTel No: +44 146 7767 0835
The House Spa
The stern and granite interior of The House Spa hides a pampering palace which offers many soothing treatments, such as detoxifying algae wraps, salt and oil body scrubs, massage and hot stone therapy. Beauty treatments include tanning, facials, manicures and waxing. There is also a fitness suite, steam room, Jacuzzi and sauna. Telephone to book [...]
34 Great Western RdAberdeen
Tel No: +44 122 458 6699
Bon-Accord Shopping Centre
This large shopping centre, opened in 1990 in the centre of the city, has over 50 shops anchored by the popular department store John Lewis. There is a wide variety of both large and small outlets including such favourites as the stylish Monsoon shop, Laura Ashley, Karen Millen and shoes by Kurt Geiger.
George StreetAberdeen
Tel No: +44 122 464 7470
Malmaison Spa
Malmaison is very popular in Aberdeen and the Spa is no different. This luxury spa offers both men and women the chance to indulge is some beauty therapy and have some very relaxed fun. Be sure to stop by and get one of the many quality treatments on offer.
49 - 52 Queens RoadAberdeenTel No: +44 1224 327370
The Academy Shopping Centre
A piazza like entrance leads shoppers from Belmont Street into The Academy – a boutique-scale shopping centre with character. Quality chains like French Connection and Quicksilver rub shoulders with local fashion stores AB10, Concept and Attic, which sells clothes by local designers. Contemporary and designer jewellery as well as items for the home are typical [...]
Belmont StreetAberdeen
Tel No: +44 122 463 3009
Entertainment located in: Aberdeen
Aberdeen Music Hall
Unusually for an arts venue, this 1200 seat concert hall sits right in the middle of the town’s main shopping thoroughfare, Union Street. The focus is on single shows which vary hugely, with music ranging from pop acts such as Belle and Sebastian, to the big lungs of Lesley Garret. It is also a regular [...]
Union StreetAberdeen
Tel No: +44 122 464 1122
Maritime Museum
Not many UK cities have massive ships in their centre, but Aberdeen is a city defined by its relationship with the sea, and this award-winning museum is a deserved tribute to that. The Maritime Museum houses 4 floors of nautical history spanning early fishing to today’s hi-tech oil and gas industries. The sleek modern building [...]
Provost Ross House52-56 Shiprow
AberdeenTel No: +44 122 433 7700
Aberdeen Art Gallery
Aberdeen’s impressive Art Gallery is definitely worth a visit. Opened in 1885 the marble-lined building is a soothingly elegant place. Housing a good collection of impressionists including Monet, Renoir, Sisley and Pissaro, it also has enough modern art and works by the Scottish Colourists to keep you walking and gazing for hours. Its local collection [...]
SchoolhillAberdeen
Tel No: +44 122 452 3700
Duthie Park Winter Gardens
Built in 1899 alongside the River Dee, the Winter Gardens covers2 acres. The huge Victorian hot-houses cultivate an enormous collection of palms, cacti and rain forest plants. Stroll in great comfort through the lush Japanese Garden, Fern House and Corridor of Perfumes. Even non-gardeners may find their fingers turning green! If the sun is shining, [...]
Polmuir RoadAberdeenTel No: +44 122 458 5310
Dunnottar Castle
Only 15 miles south of Aberdeen, and a walkable 2 miles from Stonehaven. Dunnottar Castle perches on a stunning cliff overlooking the North Sea. It’s easy to see why this impressive ancient edifice was chosen by director Franco Zeffirelli as a location for his film of Hamlet, starring Mel Gibson. The fortress has had a [...]
By StonehavenAberdeenshire
Tel No: +44 156 976 2173
His Majesty’s Theatre
His Majesty’s Theatre in Aberdeen (known as His Majesty’s or HMT) is a historical and well established theatre that hosts a variety of top shows and theatre all-year round. The city centre location is absolutely perfect, as it’s so close to plenty of dining and bar options. Following recent renovations, you can enjoy the restaurant [...]
Rosemount ViaductAberdeen
Tel No: +44 845 270 8200