Welcome to Aberdeenshire

Experience the dark beauty of Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire this winter

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Stories from our home

Hear the stories of local people and discover what they love about the place they call home.

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Adventure activities

From mountain bike trails and Munro Bagging, to paddle boarding and skiing, find your outdoor adventure in Aberdeenshire.

Learn from the locals

With a captivating history and heritage dating back centuries, there is never a shortage of stories and tales of days gone by from locals. Learn more about the North-east and their time here from those who call it home. Click here to discover what residents love about the region.

Winter in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire

Experience the magic of winter in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, from enchanting Christmas markets to breathtaking snowy landscapes and exhilarating winter sports. Discover unforgettable adventures and hidden gems in this beautiful region.

Things to do

Visit fairy-tale castles, explore culture at Aberdeen Art Gallery, discover royal connections, be inspired by film famous locations and even bag a Scottish Munro!

Touring Aberdeenshire

Check out one of our many touring routes and trails.

Welcome Cruise Passengers

From the thriving local food scene, to unique history and heritage round every corner, explore the best of Aberdeen.

Aberdeen city break

Enjoy your next city break in Aberdeen, Scotland's third largest city. Aberdeen is a compact city with wide open spaces.

Great Outdoors

Take on the challenge of Munro-bagging as you scale legends, mountain bike extreme terrains or get out on the open waters paddleboarding, surfing and kayaking!

Where to eat and drink

Sample world-famous quality food and drink - Aberdeen Angus Beef, fresh seafood, Scottish whisky and local craft beer including BrewDog.

Where to stay

From luxury hotels to glamping and camping under the stars, Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire is bursting with accommodation options.

Don’t just take our word for it…

Check out what all of these travel writers and bloggers have to say about Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire. Don't forget to read the VisitAberdeenshire blog too!

The Best Places to Go in the UK in 2025

The Best Places to Go in the UK in 2025

A car-free trip around Aberdeenshire: I saw natural beauty I thought was out of reach

A car-free trip around Aberdeenshire: I saw natural beauty I thought was out of reach

The 5 Best Restaurants in Scotland’s Emerging Culinary Capital

The 5 Best Restaurants in Scotland’s Emerging Culinary Capital

The Scottish shire leading the way in sustainable tourism

The Scottish shire leading the way in sustainable tourism

15+ Things to do in Aberdeenshire: 4-Day Northeast Scotland Itinerary

15+ Things to do in Aberdeenshire: 4-Day Northeast Scotland Itinerary

11 underrated trips to try in Europe this summer

11 underrated trips to try in Europe this summer

The North East 250 Road Trip: Adventure, History, Whisky & More

The North East 250 Road Trip: Adventure, History, Whisky & More

A guide to Aberdeen, Scotland's surprising granite city by the sea

A guide to Aberdeen, Scotland's surprising granite city by the sea

North East 250: A detailed 3 day itinerary

North East 250: A detailed 3 day itinerary

Aberdeenshire: an affordable adventure destination with Northern Lights, forest cabins and street art

Aberdeenshire: an affordable adventure destination with Northern Lights, forest cabins and street art

Fine dining, cheesemakers and distilleries: a gourmet tour of Aberdeenshire

Fine dining, cheesemakers and distilleries: a gourmet tour of Aberdeenshire

48 hours in Aberdeenshire

48 hours in Aberdeenshire

Aberdeenshire named as a top holiday destination for 2023

Aberdeenshire named as a top holiday destination for 2023

New research finds that tourists have more special memories of the North-east than any other Scottish region!

Aberdeenshire has a wealth of riches to delight the intrepid traveller

Aberdeenshire has a wealth of riches to delight the intrepid traveller

Taking a step back into ancient Scotland at Crathes Castle

Taking a step back into ancient Scotland at Crathes Castle

Bennachie: Why You’ll Want to Walk This Revered Hill in Aberdeenshire Scotland

Bennachie: Why You’ll Want to Walk This Revered Hill in Aberdeenshire Scotland

The North-east top in Scotland for creating special memories

The North-east top in Scotland for creating special memories

The best hotels in Aberdeen

The best hotels in Aberdeen

Castle, cliffs and the Cairngorms – why Aberdeenshire is Scotland’s next big thing

Castle, cliffs and the Cairngorms – why Aberdeenshire is Scotland’s next big thing

7 adventure-fuelled things to do in Aberdeenshire

7 adventure-fuelled things to do in Aberdeenshire

Time to Discover: Royal Deeside, Scotland

Time to Discover: Royal Deeside, Scotland

Discovering Aberdeenshire's most haunted locations

Discovering Aberdeenshire's most haunted locations

Aberdeen Restaurants: Where to Eat in Aberdeen Scotland

Aberdeen Restaurants: Where to Eat in Aberdeen Scotland

Aberdeenshire's Great Escapes

Aberdeenshire's Great Escapes

Scotland's little-known fourth "language"

Scotland's little-known fourth "language"

What to do in Stonehaven

What to do in Stonehaven

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