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    Touring

    Think road trips with coastal views, walking tours taking in iconic city centre sites, incredible cycling paths that run through Royal Deeside - there’s a route with your name on it.

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    Great Outdoors

    Venture out in the crisp and clear fresh air with views for miles across great estates and heathery moors.

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    Adventure Activities

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

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    Culture & Arts

    Embrace and discover Scottish culture in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire. Join us as we celebrate ancient traditions and spark new ones.

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    History & Heritage

    Ancient sites and symbols, mysterious standing stones, towering granite walls and legendary castles mark Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire as a heartland of Scottish history.

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    Golf

    The panoramic views and elemental power of our courses can take a golfer’s breath away. We are home to some of the world's most famous and challenging golf courses.

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    Food & Drink

    Full-flavoured, hearty and comforting world-famous Aberdeen Angus beef, seafood and whisky. And, as the home of Brewdog, leading the way in the craft beer revolution.

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    Foodie Experiences

    Become a master chocolatier or take a butchery class - Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire is well served for foodies.

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    Farm Experiences

    Surrounded by vast countryside, Aberdeenshire is home to a wealth of farming, agricultural and foodie experiences.

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    Foodie Events

    Get a taste for Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire with the fantastic foodie events and festivals.

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    Independents

    Find our best local produce in quaint deli cafes, traditional pubs and stylish Michelin Guide restaurants across the region

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    Michelin Guide

    No matter where you stay in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire a Michelin worthy establishment is never too far away.

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    Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire have long been serving up some of Scotland’s most premium local produce creating a name for itself as an iconic food destination.

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    From the Turf

    Find a restaurant in Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire serving world-class Aberdeen-Angus beef, venison and local wild game.

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    From the Surf

    With our coastal location you can enjoy some of the freshest fish and seafood in the world. Find and book a restaurant in Aberdeen or Aberdeenshire.

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    Vegan & Vegetarian

    Whatever your reason, if you’re looking for vegetarian or vegan food, we’ve got you covered.

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    Whisky

    Discover the “The Secret Malts of Aberdeenshire”, produced by distilleries dating from the 18th and 19th centuries

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    Craft Beer

    Aberdeenshire is leading the craft beer revolution. Here you'll find Brewdog's brewery and flagship bar, and many other bars serving up their very own delicious beers.

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    Bars & Nightlife

    Enjoy stylish bars, traditional Scottish pubs and vibrant nightlife in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire.

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    Sweet Treats

    Satisfy your sweet tooth with stylish afternoon teas, famous ice cream parlours and freshly baked cakes & local delicacies

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    Grab and Go

    If time's against you, try one of these many takeaway options for a hearty and healthy meal on the move.

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    Sunday Roast

    Celebrate the Sunday Roast tradition with your family and friends at a selection of our cafes, restaurants and bistros.

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    Breakfast & Brunch

    Kick start your day with a locally produced breakfast or brunch. It’s the most important meal of the day, after all!

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    Enjoy a lunch with a view, watch the world go by in a quaint café, or relax alfresco in one of our award winning parks or gardens

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    Evening Meal

    Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire are well known for rich local produce with restaurants serving up fresh seafood, Aberdeen Angus Beef and wild game

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    Getting Here

    Aberdeen is well connected globally with its own international airport, railway station, ferry terminal and bus station

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