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- English
Discover Aberdeen through a local's eyes, discovering local history and culture on this 1.5 hour walking tour with your guide every day at 2pm.
Discover Aberdeen's rich history from being a small fishing settlement to the centre of oil for Europe. Make your way through some of the oldest streets, explore tunnels and retrace the steps of some of Aberdeen's most important figures in our (sometimes very dark) history.
You'll also discover the amazing street art that has overtaken Aberdeen and has become a huge part of the culture. From unassuming corners to major buildings, there’s art around every turn and your guide knows just where to find the best of the best.
Key sights:
Marischal College
St Nicholas' Kirk
Netherkirkgate
Tunnels and Witch Trials
Shiprow
Union St
Amazing Aberdeen Street Art
And other hidden gems!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet us at the Robert the Bruce Statue on Broad St. Your guide will be wearing a bright orange jacket or lanyard!
Itinerary
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1
Your first stop will be Marischal College in Marischal Square, a hub of activity in the city
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2
Discover how street art and traditional art galleries can live in harmony!
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3
Walk along one of the oldest thoroughfares in the Granite City and learn about the ancient origins of Aberdeen
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Discover the tunnels and learn about the witch trials that took place here
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Explore The Green, where people have been living and working for over 8000 years!
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
6
Delve into the historic Shiprow, where crucial trade was done
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
Finish the tour admiring the outside of Aberdeen Maritime Museum, where ancient townhouses sat
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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