Top Things to do in Aberdeenshire
Top Hotels in Aberdeenshire
- 1. Holiday Inn Express Aberdeen Airport, an IHG Hotel
- 2. Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel
- 3. Premier Inn Aberdeen City Centre hotel
- 4. Malmaison Aberdeen
- 5. Travelodge Aberdeen Central
- 6. Ibis Aberdeen Centre
- 7. Bogenraith House
- 8. Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- 9. Premier Inn Aberdeen Airport (Dyce) hotel
- 10. Atholl Hotel
Top 10 Things to do for Honeymoon in Aberdeenshire, Scotland
Discover the best top things to do in Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom including Dunnottar Castle, Loch Muick, Crathes Castle, Fyvie Castle, Duthie Park Winter Gardens, Johnston Gardens, Huntly Castle, Falls of Feugh, Royal Lochnagar Distillery, Brimmond Hill Country Park.
Restaurants in Aberdeenshire
1. Dunnottar Castle
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3,128 reviews
Majestic 14th-century castle located on a rugged cliff overlooking the coast.
Reviewed By _sw5555_ - Vancouver, Canada
There's no mistaken that this is one of the top castle ruins, with an unique location and windy ocean views. Depending on the day, you may descent the hillside and climb into the ruins with a piper playing in the background. And with the likes of King Charles II making an appearance (who actually stayed overnight), the Scottish crown jewels too, and a legend involving William Wallace burning the English encampment, this place is just like Scotland crystallized.
2. Loch Muick
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 551 reviews
Reviewed By Midhill
Enjoyed the 10 mile walk on a lovely autumn day. The tree colours were beautiful and the Loch and surrounding area stunning. It’s a flat walk with a few rough paths to navigate , just the place to get away from it all.
3. Crathes Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 750 reviews
This beautiful castle dates back to 1563 and is rumored to be haunted.
Reviewed By frankinkstain - Paisley, United Kingdom
Lovely walk round the grounds and formal gardens on Hogmany in lovely winter sun, finished off with lunch at cafe
4. Fyvie Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 361 reviews
The charm of Fyvie ranges from its 13th-century origins to its stunning Edwardian interiors. The castle is home to a superb collection of arms, armour and paintings, including works by Raeburn and Gainsborough. Stroll around the picturesque loch, or visit the restored 1903 racquet court and bowling alley. Ghosts, legends and folklore are all woven into the tapestry of Fyvie Castle's 800-year history. Tradition claims that the castle's five successive families - Preston, Meldrum, Seton, Gordon and Forbes-Leith - each added a tower to this magnificent Scottish Baronial fortress. You can see their influences today among the medieval stones and the lavish Edwardian interiors, and imagine what castle life must have been like for the families and their royal guests - among them Robert the Bruce, Edward I and Charles I.
Reviewed By TransilvanienB - Stromness, United Kingdom
This National Trust-owned, ancient, formerly Royal Castle is very big with a grand exterior but still retains a somewhat homely feel. It is filled with old portraits, lovely old tapestries and fine antique furniture. The rooms are all very impressive both large and small. Highlights include a hidden chamber, the scene of a murder, a clan battle, Jacobites, and ghostly writing. Several families have owned the castle and all left their fascinating history here. King Charles I lived there as a boy. The castle is in beautiful rolling green countryside and has lovely gardens. There is a cafe and a shop. The guides and staff are very friendly and knowledgeable. This castle is well worth a visit though young children may tire of it as the tour is quite long.
5. Duthie Park Winter Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,035 reviews
Reviewed By 153davym - Falkirk District, United Kingdom
Decided to visit the Glass Houses here at Duthie Park. Amazing with beautiful displays indoors and a great show of colour with a Tropical glass house and Cactus house. Easy to get to however parking may be an issue as this place is very popular. Great coffee shops too, to enjoy after your visit and chill out.
6. Johnston Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 305 reviews
Reviewed By elainer152 - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Can’t believe I’ve never visited these gardens before!! My favourite season is Autumn and boy does this park have an explosion of Autumn colours to feast on..I highly recommend taking a gentle stroll around to enjoy the beauty of it..don’t forget your camera
7. Huntly Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 266 reviews
Reviewed By juliedN7858ZL - Waterloo, Canada
A wonderful castle to visit and have a restful walk. The quiet setting of Huntly Castle invites reflection and a more focused exploration of this magnificent castle ruin. Notice the carving on the front of the building and you will see two hands carved and pointing to the names there. These are the "Hands of God", which was a declaration of their Catholic faith during a time that all religious icons and symbols were frowned upon by the newly Protestant rulers of Scotland. These are the only symbols that survive at Huntly... even the castle chapel is missing. Enjoy the day in a quiet setting.
8. Falls of Feugh
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 236 reviews
Reviewed By Casespackedletsgo - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
We went out of salmon leaping season but it was still gorgeous. The viewing bridge is a 2 minute walk from the carpark and is suitable for all ages and abilities.
9. Royal Lochnagar Distillery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 990 reviews
Neighbouring Balmoral Castle, Royal Lochnagar is the perfect place to discover how Scotch Whisky is made. Watch as our team of operators tend to our traditional mashtun, gleaming copper stills and fill casks at our traditional distillery, which retains much of its original charm. The tour ends with a dram of the award-winning Royal Lochnagar 12 Year Old Single Highland Malt. Following Scottish Government guidelines through their phased re-opening approach, the time has come to open our doors and welcome back our visitors from 26th April 2021. To ensure the health and wellbeing of our employees and visitors, we will be implementing a number of precautionary measures. Find out how we are keeping you safe on our website before you visit us.
Reviewed By fionaBan - Peterculter, United Kingdom
I took my mum and dad here to tour this magnificent gem in Royal Deeside. It was fantastic. A small distillery which allows you to get an appreciation for the art of whisky making. We were greeted with a very warm welcome by Eric, followed by an amazing tour of the distillery by Alex who was so helpful and friendly showing us around patiently answering our list of questions and we shared stories which made the tour feel really personal then afterwards we enjoyed a wee dram. We thoroughly enjoyed our trip to Royal Lochnagar and I’d like to thank both Alex and Eric for making out time there so special.
