Aberdeen City Centre Walking Tour by Walking Tours in the UK
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels, comfortable walking shoes advised
Overview
Discover Aberdeen’s fascinating history and vibrant street scene on a 1.5-hour walking tour with local guides. Uncover hidden tunnels, colorful murals, and stories that bring this city’s past to life in a lively, accessible way.
Aberdeen City Centre Tour
1.5 hours • Discover Aberdeen's History & Culture!
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About This Adventure
Embark on a captivating 1.5-hour walking tour of Aberdeen, led by a knowledgeable local guide. Explore the city's rich history, from its fishing roots to its oil legacy, while uncovering hidden tunnels and significant landmarks. Marvel at the vibrant street art that adorns the city, making every corner a visual delight.
Discover Aberdeen's iconic sights with a local, expert guide!
Discover Aberdeen through a local's eyes, discovering local history and culture on this 1.5 hour walking tour with your guide every day at 2pm.
Discover Aberdeen's rich history from being a small fishing settlement to the centre of oil for Europe. Make your way through some of the oldest streets, explore tunnels and retrace the steps of some of Aberdeen's most important figures in our (sometimes very dark) history.
You'll also discover the amazing street art that has overtaken Aberdeen and has become a huge part of the culture. From unassuming corners to major buildings, there’s art around every turn and your guide knows just where to find the best of the best.
Key sights:
- Marischal College
- St Nicholas' Kirk
- Netherkirkgate
- Tunnels and Witch Trials
- Shiprow
- Union St
- Amazing Aberdeen Street Art And other hidden gems!
Price: £12 per person
Dates and times: every day at 2pm
Duration: 1.5 hours
Meeting point: Robert the Bruce Statue, Broad Street
Adventure Tips
Wear comfortable walking shoes
The tour covers several historic streets and alleyways, so comfortable footwear is recommended.
Bring an umbrella or raincoat
Weather in Aberdeen can be unpredictable, particularly in the spring and fall, so prepare for sudden showers.
Bring a camera or smartphone
Capture the vibrant street art and picturesque urban scenes during your walk.
Arrive a little early
This ensures you can meet your guide and settle in before the tour begins.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Birds like seagulls and swallows
- Urban foxes in quieter alleyways
History
Aberdeen’s city streets are layered with stories from Norse settlement days to the boom of the North Sea oil industry, shaping its modern identity.
Conservation
The city encourages sustainable tourism by promoting pedestrian-friendly routes and preserving historic sites, reducing the ecological footprint of urban exploration.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Essential for covering the historic streets comfortably and safely.
Rain jacket or umbrella
Prepare for unpredictable weather during your city walk.
spring|fall|winter specific
Camera or smartphone
Capture the vibrant murals and historic sights along the route.
Layered clothing
Stay comfortable as temperatures shift throughout the year.
spring|fall|winter specific