Aberdeen Shore Excursion Peterhead Prison and Fraserburgh

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7 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Explore the charming fishing villages of Scotland's east coast on this full-day shore excursion from Aberdeen. Begin your adventure with a scenic drive along the rugged shoreline, stopping in quaint coastal communities that reflect Scotland's rich maritime heritage. Visit the intriguing Peterhead Prison Museum, once a notorious high-security prison, to discover life behind bars. Later, continue to the vibrant fishing port of Fraserburgh, known for its bustling harbour and seafaring tradition. Return to Aberdeen via a picturesque coastal route, absorbing the region's culture and history.

- Full-day tour from Aberdeen showcasing Scotland's east coast
- Visit the Peterhead Prison Museum for a unique historical perspective
- Scenic coastal drive with stops in charming fishing villages

What's Included

Entrance fee
Air-conditioned vehicle
Local Guide
Meals
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Upon disembarkation, please follow the signs to the cruise port exit. The local representative will be waiting at the port exit holding a sign that reads SPIRIT JOURNEYS WORLDWIDE.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Step inside Scotland’s most notorious former jail and discover a world normally hidden behind bars. At Peterhead Prison Museum, you’ll walk the same halls once patrolled by officers and occupied by some of the country’s hardest inmates. Explore authentic cells, hear gripping real-life stories through an immersive audio tour, and experience the dramatic history of escapes, riots, and everyday life behind the high granite walls.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Fraserburgh

    Experience the coastal character of Fraserburgh, one of Scotland’s busiest fishing ports and a town shaped by the power of the North Sea. Enjoy sweeping views of the rugged shoreline and catch sight of the iconic Kinnaird Head Lighthouse, standing proudly above the old harbour. As you explore the town, you’ll see the bustling fishing fleet, traditional boatyards, and miles of dramatic sandy beach — all part of Fraserburgh’s rich maritime identity.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Spirit Journeys Worldwide

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Crime Tours

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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