LOCAL ATTRACTIONS

Local attractions are simply to much to list but we have included a very small example of what is available.

From theatres to castles, gardens, outdoor pursuits including magnificent golf courses and forest walks, the area is packed full of things to do.

Aberdeen itself is a city renowned for its rich history, stunning architecture, and impressive natural landscapes.

Known as the “Granite City,”  berdeen is a popular destination for tourists visiting Scotland, offering a wealth of attractions and activities to suit all interests.

Crathes Castle

BEECHGROVE GARDEN
This famous BBC gardening programme set
within approx. 3 acres in Skene is followed by
gardeners throughout Scotland. A visit is a
must.

CRATHIE KIRK
Is a small Church of Scotland parish church in the village of Crathie. Famous for being the
regular place of worship for the royal family when they are at Balmoral.

CRATHES CASTLE
Wander through the historic walled garden and admire the iconic yew hedges, planted as
early as 1702. Explore this magnicent 16th-century castle, with its intricate maze of turrets, towers, oak panels and painted ceilings.

LOCH MUICK
Is located 8 miles south west of Ballater in Aberdeenshire, and is part of the Balmoral Estate.
It is located at the foot of Lochnagar, one of Scotland’s nest mountains. The area has many walking routes and a variety of wildlife including grouse and deer.

CAIRNGORMS NATIONAL PARK
This beautiful and peaceful 4.5 hectare (11-acre) Garden offers year-round interest to visitors. It has shrub borders, a rock and water garden, sunken garden, rose garden, herbaceous border and an arboretum, and houses a nationally important collection of more than 2500 taxa.

HIS MAJESTY’S THEATRE ABERDEEN
Is the largest theatre in north-east Scotland, Seating more than 1,400. The theatre is sited
on Rosemount Viaduct, opposite the city’s Union Terrace Gardens and features a wide variety of performances including musicals, ballets and pantomimes.

CRUICKSHANK BOTANIC GARDENS ABERDEEN
This beautiful and peaceful 4.5 hectare (11-acre) Garden oers year-round interest to visitors. It has shrub borders, a rock and water garden, sunken garden, rose garden, herbaceous border and an arboretum, and houses a nationally important collection of more than 2500 taxa.

THE GARIOCH HERITAGE CENTRE
The Garioch Heritage Centre can be found on the site of the old Railway Works, behind the
Aldi store, in a building with a distinctive ‘sawtooth’ roof which was once the Carriage
and Waggonworks building. Entry is free. The Centre is a treasure trove of artefacts,
photographs and information relating to the Garioch – the heart of Aberdeenshire.

MUIR OF DINNET NATIONAL NATURE RESERVE
Lying within the Cairngorms National Park, Nature Reserve is a mosaic of wetlands, woods
and moors. The visitor centre at the Burn O’Vat explores the natural and cultural heritage of the reserve. From here there are lovely walks through the woodland and around Loch Kinord.

ZOOLOGY MUSEUM ABERDEEN
The Zoology Museum’s displays are worldwide in scope, from protozoa to the
great whales, including taxidermy, skeletal material, study skins, uid-preserved
specimens and models. Entry is free.

GARIOCH INDOOR BOWLING CENTRE
INVERURIE
Is home to a sizeable indoor bowling green, plus 6 Ten-Pin Bowling lanes and a cafe
oering refreshments, home bakes and snacks.

BENNACHIE NR INVERURIE
Bennachie Visitor Centre is the perfect place to start exploring this much-loved hill and the forests that surround it. Trails vary from a gentle route though the woodland to demanding treks in open country, and in the visitor centre you can and out all about Bennachie’s history and wildlife.