Private Aberdeen Old Town Walking Tour
Explore Old Aberdeen at your own pace on your very own private tour. With flexible start times and meeting points, this is the perfect way to discover the roots of the city that stands today. Discover Old Aberdeen through a local's eyes, uncovering the story of how two towns, Old and New Aberdeen, merged to form the vibrant city we know today on this 1.5 hour walking tour with your very own guide. Once the heart of religion and education, Old Aberdeen remains a centre of learning, with picturesque cobbled streets, where centuries of history await you around every corner. Join us and experience the heritage and soul of Old Aberdeen, where the city’s story began. Key sights: - Kings College - Bishop Elphinstone Memorial - Cruickshank Botanical Gardens - Sir Duncan Rice Library - MacRobert Memorial Garden - St Machar Cathedral - Iconic Aberdeen statuary …and other hidden gems!
Departure Point
- Your guide will meet you outside Kings College on High Street, and will be wearing a bright orange jacket
Return Details
- The tour ends at St Machar's Cathedral
Duration
1 hour and 30 minutes
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: St Machar's Cathedral
Chanonry, Old Aberdeen, Aberdeen
Start your tour by learning about the illustrious history of University of Aberdeen and the dark downfall of the Sacrist Downie
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Cruickshank Botanic Garden
St. Machar Drive, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen
Discover the famed University Library, opened by royalty and a great monument to education in Aberdeen
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Sir Duncan Rice Library
Scotland AB24 3YW
Learn about the trades of Old Aberdeen and the humble homes where men of all trades lived amongst the grandeur of the Georgian townhouses
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Mitchells Hospital
9 The Chanonry, Scotland AB24 1RN
Walk to the centre of Old Aberdeen, where the medieval Mercat Cross still stands
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: King's College
High Street, Scotland AB24 3SW
Admire the memorial gardens, and learn about the female founder who championed education
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Mercat Cross
Castle Street, Scotland AB11 5HP
Explore the charitable tale of David Mitchell and the "hospital" he funded
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: MacRobert Memorial Garden
3 Wrights' and Coopers' Place, Scotland AB24 3HF
Finish the tour outside St Machar Cathedral, a monument to the Celtic saint that dates back to 1100 AD
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A local expert guide
Redemption Instructions
Please show your email confirmation to the guide on arrival
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Walking Tours in Scotland in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
Explore Old Aberdeen at your own pace on your very own private tour. With flexible start times and meeting points, this is the perfect way to discover the roots of the city that stands today. Discover Old Aberdeen through a local's eyes, uncovering the story of how two towns, Old and New Aberdeen, merged to form the vibrant city we know today on this 1.5 hour walking tour with your very own guide. Once the heart of religion and education, Old Aberdeen remains a centre of learning, with picturesque cobbled streets, where centuries of history await you around every corner. Join us and experience the heritage and soul of Old Aberdeen, where the city’s story began. Key sights: - Kings College - Bishop Elphinstone Memorial - Cruickshank Botanical Gardens - Sir Duncan Rice Library - MacRobert Memorial Garden - St Machar Cathedral - Iconic Aberdeen statuary …and other hidden gems!
Departure Point
- Your guide will meet you outside Kings College on High Street, and will be wearing a bright orange jacket
Return Details
- The tour ends at St Machar's Cathedral
Duration
1 hour and 30 minutes
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: St Machar's Cathedral
Chanonry, Old Aberdeen, Aberdeen
Start your tour by learning about the illustrious history of University of Aberdeen and the dark downfall of the Sacrist Downie
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Cruickshank Botanic Garden
St. Machar Drive, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen
Discover the famed University Library, opened by royalty and a great monument to education in Aberdeen
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Sir Duncan Rice Library
Scotland AB24 3YW
Learn about the trades of Old Aberdeen and the humble homes where men of all trades lived amongst the grandeur of the Georgian townhouses
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Mitchells Hospital
9 The Chanonry, Scotland AB24 1RN
Walk to the centre of Old Aberdeen, where the medieval Mercat Cross still stands
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: King's College
High Street, Scotland AB24 3SW
Admire the memorial gardens, and learn about the female founder who championed education
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Mercat Cross
Castle Street, Scotland AB11 5HP
Explore the charitable tale of David Mitchell and the "hospital" he funded
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: MacRobert Memorial Garden
3 Wrights' and Coopers' Place, Scotland AB24 3HF
Finish the tour outside St Machar Cathedral, a monument to the Celtic saint that dates back to 1100 AD
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A local expert guide
Redemption Instructions
Please show your email confirmation to the guide on arrival
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Walking Tours in Scotland in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.