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1 hour 30 minutes
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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!
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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
A passionate, local guide.
Marischal College
Your first stop will be Marischal College in Marischal Square, a hub of activity in the city
Aberdeen Art Gallery
Discover how street art and traditional art galleries can live in harmony!
178 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
James L,
Jul 24, 2025
- Viator
Our Viator tour guide, John, was very knowledgeable, impressive with his local background and insights. Loved the tour and will recommend…. Also, thankful that the weather cooperated…. Cheers!
Steve J,
Jul 24, 2025
- Viator
Not lots of walking. Through the city. History of buildings and city. Maybe as interesting as possible for the city.
Elizabeth C,
Jun 24, 2025
- Viator
The walking tour included some delightful & whimsical art projects. It also covered the main historical items but not in huge detail. Unfortunately the tour was at a period when many improvements are being made by the local municipality which made the tour leaders task more difficult- lots of noisy construction!
Sulyn L,
Jun 4, 2025
- Viator
It was interesting and informative. Our guide Bronwyn was very knowledgeable, and well prepared. We walked down a lot of back streets and saw lots of interesting bits and pieces. It would have been good to format it a bit more into a story of Aberdeen - beginnings, rise and fall etc.
Ruth W,
May 31, 2025
- Viator
John was an excellent guide - he was a fountain of knowledge. The route was very interesting. The history was fascinating. The street art in Aberdeen was amazing
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