Winter in Aberdeen

Winter in Aberdeen

Winter in Aberdeen

Aberdeen is a truly diverse location. The city lies in close proximity to rolling hills and rural villages and offers visitors an array of activities to choose from. From nearby fishing villages to city cafes and hotspots, you can tailor a trip to Aberdeen to suit yourself and make the most of everything on offer.

Despite Aberdeen's rural location, the city is very easy to get to from the rest of the UK, Europe and further afield. Aberdeen Airport is one of Britain's fastest growing airports and is located just six miles from the city centre, boasting direct links with airports all over the UK and the rest of Europe.

A railway station in the heart of the city offers frequent services from other cities, including hourly trains from Glasgow and Edinburgh. If you fancy travelling by bus then you will be pleased with the frequent services connecting Aberdeen to the rest of Britain.

Ferry services also run from Aberdeen to Orkney and Shetland so you could easily take a trip to these Scottish islands when visiting the city.

Aberdeen is a sensational destination year round and is especially magical during the winter season when the land is dusted with snow and outdoor activities abound. If you fancy hitting the ski slopes, then a short journey will have you at resorts including Glenshee and The Lecht.

Hang-gliding, canoeing, off-road driving, rafting and shooting are just a few of the other outdoor activities which you can take part in; sports enthusiasts will never be bored during a trip to Aberdeen.

For more relaxed outdoor activities you could try your hand at a round of golf or spend the day fishing in one of the areas lochs, estuaries, fisheries, or rivers. Aberdeenshire is also home to the country's largest national park so there are plenty of opportunities for getting out and about and enjoying the best of the great outdoors.

Closer to the city you can indulge in superb shopping, dine at one of the city's many fine restaurants or sample a locally distilled whisky in a traditional Scottish bar.

A dynamic arts scene means you will be spoilt for choices when it comes to deciding on what to see. Take a stroll through the city and stop in at one of the many museums or art galleries. The Maritime Museum, The Tolbooth Museum and Aberdeen Art Gallery are all popular choices and have a range of temporary and permanent exhibitions to marvel at.

History lovers cantake in Aberdeenshire's Castle Trail which showcases thirteen of the world's most unique castles and makes for an interesting day out. Aberdeen's signature granite stone is a striking sight to behold so be sure to pack your camera.

When it comes to Aberdeen Hotels you have hundreds of choices to mull over, from those housed in traditional Victorian buildings to more modern lodgings.

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