15 of the best things to do in Aberdeen
Briefly

Aberdeen, known as the 'Granite City', offers a blend of impressive grey stone architecture and scenic landscapes along the North Sea. The city features seafood restaurants, cocktail bars, historical houses, and monuments. Visitors can enjoy outdoor activities along the promenade, explore fishing villages, sandy beaches, and ancient castles. Aberdeen strikes a balance between urban living and untamed nature, making it an appealing destination. It combines cultural attractions like the Maritime museum with Michelin-starred dining experiences, appealing to both students and professionals in the oil and gas industry.
Aberdeen's position on the North Sea means these wind-whipped shores possess a sort of magical restorative power in their combined tonic of fresh sea air and impressive landscapes.
This city, which so perfectly finds its equilibrium between being metropolitan and untamed, caught my sister's interest, drawing her away from Glasgow for years of life up north.
Aberdeen is a great example of a northern Scottish city that combines impressive architecture with beautiful scenery and an interesting cultural programme.
With its combined standing as a student city and a hub of the well-heeled professionals working at the forefront of the UK's oil and gas industry, Aberdeen has the ideal mix of high-end restaurants.
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