Aberdeen City Walking Tour
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Discover Aberdeen, the Granite City, on this engaging historical walking tour with Scott, a professional guide. Learn how Aberdeen became Europe’s oil capital and how its locally quarried granite shaped the city’s unique character.
Explore Aberdeen, the granite city, with a walking tour with professional guide Scott.
Marvel at the second largest granite building in the world, before exploring a city where old meets new. Walk part of the Granite Mile, Union Street. Before heading down to the Green, where Aberdeen grew up around.
The city has many connections to the sea, and learn about those as we get views of the harbour. Pass Union Terrace Gardens before seeing His Majesty's Theatre, St Marks Church and Central Library on this fun interactive tour.
Meeting point
Robert the Bruce statue (outside Marischal College), Broad Street, Aberdeen
Before you go
- Length
- About 1h 15min
- Languages
- English
- Usual start times
- 10:25, 10:30 (Aberdeen time)
- Coming up
- 38 departures in 3 months
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 1h 15min.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Robert the Bruce statue (outside Marischal College), Broad Street, Aberdeen . The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in English. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
38 departures are listed in the next three months, usually at 10:25 and 10:30. Times are local to Aberdeen.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Is it accessible?
The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.
Can I bring my dog?
The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.
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