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What to do and see in , Scotland: The Best Museums
Discover the best top things to do in , United Kingdom including Larks Gallery, Alford Heritage Museum, The Ballater Gallery, Grampian Transport Museum, Knock Gallery, Old Royal Station, Braemar Highland Games Centre.
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1. Larks Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Larks Gallery is a friendly contemporary gallery featuring original Scottish paintings and artisan craft such as ceramics, glass, wood, sculpture and jewellery.
2. Alford Heritage Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 22 reviews
Delightful small heritage museum run by a dedicated group of volunteers. The Museum is open from the beginning of April to the end of October
3. The Ballater Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
The Ballater Gallery offers desirable pieces from mainly Scottish artists, who have achieved international reputation. We source original paintings, sculptures and objects d'art to appeal to all tastes and budgets, bringing a unique and ever changing collection of Scottish and British pieces together under one roof. The Ballater Gallery, opened in the Summer of 2019, in the Scottish town of Ballater, at the heart of Royal Deeside, Aberdeenshire, Scotland. We are open seven days a week, with friendly and professional staff available to meet your requirements.
Reviewed By JJ9955
What a highlight when visiting Ballater recently to discover the fabulous Ballater Gallery with its amazing selection of Scottish Artists including Ian Faulkner, Marion Drummond, Alison Cowan and many many more. Friendly knowledgeable, welcoming staff make sure this will be a regular stop when visiting Royal Deeside.
4. Grampian Transport Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 315 reviews
Located in the vibrant village of Alford, just 45 minutes from Aberdeen, the museum boasts an impressive range of transport exhibits, from travelling chariots, of the 1800's, to some of the fastest cars ever made. Every season the museum refreshes around one-third of its exhibits –this year's exhibition includes 'The Guy Martin Collection' and 'It's Electric' which gives an in-depth look at the past, present and future of electric vehicles. A few old favourites remain, including our MACK Snowplough, Billy Connolly's Boom Lowrider motortrike and one of our Curator's favourites, the ex-Grampian Police Rover SD1 Vitesse. Our Tea Room serves an array of hot drinks, light lunches and snacks. At the present time, we have in place comprehensive COVID 19 safety measures to keep our visitors as safe as possible. A clear signage system explains how it all works. To prevent overcrowding, we have moved to online bookings accessed through our website.
Reviewed By 74hamishf - Alford, United Kingdom
Every year we buy an annual style membership. Great visit always and ideal for all ages. Specific quizzes and competitions keeps even the smallest visitors running around and enjoying the museu, Great wee cafe inside and outside play park for the younger visitors.
5. Knock Gallery
6. Old Royal Station
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 201 reviews
Reviewed By n0ggin - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Been here a couple of times since transformation and what a superb job they have done. At the front there is lots of local info, quality gifts and crafts, local library, weather info. At rear is separate tearoom cafe , reproduction rail carriage etc.. really well done and beautiful decor. Menu is very good and was only after ordering my usual excellent Cullen Skink and carrot soup did we notice that you can get smaller plates for £1(!) less. Really very reasonable prices. Self service but all with a smile and couldn’t be more helpful and cheery. All in all a great addition to Ballater
7. Braemar Highland Games Centre
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 17 reviews
Braemar Highland Games Centre explores a living tradition, the Highland games, focusing on the world-famous Braemar Gathering and its long-standing royal connections. Housed in The Duke of Rothesay Highland Games Pavilion, the stunning new building was unveiled by Her Majesty The Queen in September 2018.
Reviewed By USNA2003 - Tryon, United States
We bought our tickets several months in advance. I do recommend that you purchase a reserved seat. You'll enjoy the day so much more if you can watch from a seat, rather than standing in the outskirts. There are covered seats, and uncovered seats. I think when we purchased our seats there were only uncovered seats available. We took our chances that the weather would cooperate- miraculously it did. The weather was sunny on Sept 7, 2019, with temps in the low 70s. All the activities take place within a grassy stadium, and several go on at the same time. It's like watching a three-ring circus! So having reserved seats makes it all the more enjoyable. Among the contests are the caber toss, shot put, tug o'war, dance competitions, and track and field events. The queen and some members of the royal family motored into the stadium at 3:00 PM, and watched from the "royal pavilion" (directly across from our seats), so that was fun. Throughout the day, 12 bagpipe bands performed, sometimes marching in all all together; they were glorious. The various tartans and kilts were gorgeous. On the grounds are various food, beverage, and merchandise tents. We're so glad we attended (and were lucky to have good weather.) As you know, weather is always iffy in Scotland.
