Aberdeen City Centre Walking Tour
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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!
Your experience
Stop 1
Your first stop will be Marischal College in Marischal Square, a hub of activity in the city
Stop 2
Discover how street art and traditional art galleries can live in harmony!
Stop 3
Walk along one of the oldest thoroughfares in the Granite City and learn about the ancient origins of Aberdeen
Stop 4
Discover the tunnels and learn about the witch trials that took place here
Stop 5
Explore The Green, where people have been living and working for over 8000 years!
Stop 6
Delve into the historic Shiprow, where crucial trade was done
Stop 7
Finish the tour admiring the outside of Aberdeen Maritime Museum, where ancient townhouses sat
What’s included
- A passionate, local guide.
Meeting and pickup
Meet us at the Robert the Bruce Statue on Broad St. Your guide will be wearing a bright orange jacket or lanyard!
Before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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