Top 10 Free Things to do in Aberdeenshire, Scotland

February 28, 2022 Velvet Champine

Discover the best top things to do in Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom including Loch Muick, Glen Tanar National Nature Reserve, Newburgh Seals Beach, Aberdeen Art Gallery, Slains Castle, Aberdeen Maritime Museum, Balmedie Beach, Bullers of Buchan, Duthie Park Winter Gardens, Footdee (Fittie).
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1. Loch Muick

Glen Muick, Ballater Scotland http://www.visitscotland.com/info/see-do/loch-muick-p254641
Excellent
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5.0 based on 551 reviews

Loch Muick

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.

2. Glen Tanar National Nature Reserve

Glen Tanar National Nature Reserve, Aboyne AB34 5EU Scotland +44 1339 886072 http://www.nnr-scotland.org.uk/glen-tanar/
Excellent
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5.0 based on 35 reviews

Glen Tanar National Nature Reserve

Reviewed By Midhill

Enjoyed a pleasant walk here on a sunny autumn day. Unfortunately the visitor centre was closed but managed to navigate our way around on foot. Climbed to the Knockie viewpoint and walked around the estate. Just the place to blow the cobwebs away and get away from it all

3. Newburgh Seals Beach

Beach Road, Newburgh AB41 6BY Scotland http://www.visitabdn.com/listing/newburgh-beach
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5.0 based on 63 reviews

Newburgh Seals Beach

Reviewed By 951jitub - Glasgow, United Kingdom

Beautiful us an understatement!! It was an incredible beach and especially when the curious seals are popping their head to say hello so close to you.

Art Gallery Schoolhill, Aberdeen AB10 1FQ Scotland +44 300 020 0293 http://www.aagm.co.uk/Visit/AberdeenArtGallery/aag-overview.aspx
Excellent
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4.5 based on 424 reviews

Aberdeen Art Gallery

Temporary Closed

Reviewed By WanderingNomad999 - Brisbane, Australia

We went to the gallery on a rainy day at the end of October. We should have booked a 2hr time slot online in advance but fortunately we were able to sign up with our details (for track and trace) on the door as it wasn’t too busy. We enjoyed the exhibits and especially the BP portrait tour on the top level. Scones with cream and jam and tea in the cafe went down a treat too.

5. Slains Castle

A975, Cruden Bay Peterhead, Aberdeen AB10 1JE Scotland
Excellent
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4.5 based on 333 reviews

Slains Castle

Erected in 1597, this is one of the most famous castle ruins in Scotland, and was used by Bram Stoker as the inspiration for the castle of the evil vampire in his most famous supernatural tale "Dracula."

Reviewed By spgk - Espoo, Finland

Whilst I had seen a few photos beforehand, we were impressed with what we found - and it´s free! Getting there - I followed my sat nav using the postcode AB42 0NE, which I found online. However, this took us to a small residential road of Castle Street in Cruden Bay. There was no sign of any castle so we consulted some online maps. I parked the car in Castle Street at the junction with Castle Woods. We had a lovely walk on a farm track through some fields until we met a small road leading to the castle. It´s possible to drive right up to the castle if you take the A975 and take the turning into a small track road about 1 km from Cruden Bay. We were lucky with the weather so the ruins overlooking the sea looked amazing. We liked the fact that you could explore the ruins without fences - at your own risk. We found it a better experience than many of the overpriced tourist castles. However, the ruins sit on the clifftop and there are no safety fences. For that reason I would NOT recommend it for young children or dogs. Otherwise, well worth a visit.

6. Aberdeen Maritime Museum

52-56 Shiprow Provost Ross House, Aberdeen AB11 5BY Scotland +44 1224 337700 [email protected] http://www.aagm.co.uk/venues/aberdeenmaritimemuseum/amm-overview.aspx
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4.5 based on 1,824 reviews

Aberdeen Maritime Museum

Aberdeen has long prospered off of sea-based industries, from the boom of the city's fishing industry in the early 20th century to its oil industry today; this museum explores the historic developments behind the city's maritime industries.

Reviewed By Lummox60N - Lerwick, United Kingdom

This museum is, perhaps, an undersold heritage gem. It covers every aspect of Aberdeen's maritime heritage, exploring the city's history and development both as a city and harbour, and offers a deeper insight into the oil industry modern Aberdeen is so dependent on. Well worth a visit, and there's a cafe in there too.

7. Balmedie Beach

Balmedie, Aberdeen Scotland +44 1358 742396 http://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/countryparks/locations/balmedie.asp
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4.5 based on 609 reviews

Balmedie Beach

A stretch of sandy beach north of the city.

Reviewed By E2338BG - Aberdeen, United Kingdom

A beautiful beach with large sand dunes and amazing views of the north sea with windfarm in the distance. Ideal for a family day out or a sunset walk with a loved one.

8. Bullers of Buchan

Off the A975 just north of Cruden Bay and about 25 miles north of Aberdeen in northeast Scotland, Peterhead AB42 0NS Scotland http://bullersofbuchan.me.uk/
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4.5 based on 223 reviews

Bullers of Buchan

An awe-inspiring gorge that sharply drops nearly 200 feet.

Reviewed By Paradise544398

Lovely Place to visit. please be mindful of the people that live in the small hamlet. keep to the foot path. it is a dangerous cliff path. so recommended that dogs kept on a lead. Narrow Path so no social distancing. wear suitable walking shoes or boots. there are no public toilets. nearest Cruden Bay.

9. Duthie Park Winter Gardens

Duthie Park Polmuir Road, Aberdeen AB11 7TH Scotland +44 1224 583155 http://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/community_life_leisure/parks_open_spaces/pos_wintergdn.asp
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,035 reviews

Duthie Park Winter Gardens

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.

10. Footdee (Fittie)

Pocra Quay Beach Esplanade, Aberdeen AB11 5DQ Scotland
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4.5 based on 1,053 reviews

Footdee (Fittie)

Reviewed By margaretmH3052CO - Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom

This is like going back in time. You wouldn't think you were in Aberdeen. The houses are like little cottages, and just by the sea, and the people who live in them get a great view of Aberdeen beach and the sea, and wild Dolphins putting on a show. Very quaint homes with a lovely Nautical appeal to them. Very quiet too, but expensive to buy.

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