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Aberdeen Art Gallery
Aberdeen’s main art gallery with Scottish and international works, a sculpture court and changing exhibitions in a restored civic building.
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U2859Aberdeen may be known for being the gateway to the Scottish Highlands, but the city itself is home to one of the UK's most beautiful universities, referred to as - The Granite City. The university, the gorgeous parks and the maritime history is what makes Aberdeen one of Scotland's top destinations. Luckily, Aberdeen airport is served by both national and European flights, making the city easily accessible.
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London, Manchester and Edinburgh each serve year-round direct flights to Aberdeen. Throughout the summer months airports such as Glasgow and Liverpool offer direct flights to Aberdeen too.
The best time to book cheap flights to Aberdeen is usually between December and March.
Getting from Aberdeen airport to the city centre is easily done due to the amount of transportation options. There are buses running from outside the arrival terminal, which connect passengers from the aiport to Aberdeen in just over 40 minutes. Taxis are also readily available from outside the terminal. The nearest train station in Dyce town, which is only reachable by taxi, is also another option for passengers wishing to take the train into Aberdeen.
There are flights to Aberdeen from many major European cities, including Amsterdam, Bergen, Copenhagen, Corfu, Paris and several popular holiday destinations in Spain such as Ibiza, Menorca and Tenerife. The primary airlines that operate flights to Aberdeen Airport are: Air France, KLM, Lufthansa, Thomas Cook, Thomson and Scandinavian Airlines. Located in Dyce the airport is 9 kilometres from the centre of Aberdeen and is accessible by bus, train and taxi. Regular express and local bus services depart directly from outside the terminal building, take around 30 minutes to central Aberdeen and are less frequent on Saturdays and Sundays. Dyce railway station is 3 kilometres from the airport, it can be reached by shuttle bus or taxi. The train journey to Aberdeen takes about 10 minutes and there are connections to Inverness, Edinburgh, Dundee and Glasgow. Comcab provide the official airport taxi service from the entrance of the airport terminal building where a taxi marshaller is available to assist travellers.
The university city of Aberdeen is often referred to as The Granite City as many of its historic public buildings were constructed of local grey granite, the stone is characterised by the mica particles it contains that sparkle in the sunlight. These elegant Victorian buildings, many now restored to their former gleaming glory, give the city centre a stately atmosphere. Aberdeen is steeped in maritime history, from the days of the clipper ships to the current international oil exploration in the North Sea: visit Aberdeen Maritime Museum to discover more. The city is located between two river mouths, the Dee and the Don, a long sandy beach stretches from one river to the other and is perfect for refreshing walks and family fun. Aberdeen is well known for its well kept parks and gardens and has won many awards for its beautiful floral displays. The city is also well placed to explore the many royal castles located in the stunning Aberdeenshire countryside.
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Aberdeen’s main art gallery with Scottish and international works, a sculpture court and changing exhibitions in a restored civic building.
A maritime museum overlooking the harbour, covering shipbuilding, fishing and North Sea oil through models, objects and interactive displays.
A small museum dedicated to the Gordon Highlanders, with military artefacts, medals and stories from more than two centuries of service.
A central Victorian park with formal lawns, floral displays and a large glasshouse complex beside key shopping streets.
The university quarter with cobbled lanes, old collegiate buildings and a quieter atmosphere that contrasts with the modern city centre.
A broad city-centre avenue lined with granite buildings, shops, theatres and gardens, useful for orientating yourself in central Aberdeen.
A rich, creamy haddock soup with milk, onions and potatoes. It is a north-east Scottish classic closely associated with Aberdeen’s fishing heritage.
A traditional Scottish pudding made with oats, suet, onions and sheep’s offal. It is a national staple often served in Aberdeen pubs and homes.
Smoked haddock, usually naturally dyed pale yellow, prized around Aberdeen for its firm texture and deep smoky flavour from the north-east coast.
Well-known local fish bar serving excellent fish and chips and other takeaway favourites close to the beach.
Stylish city-centre restaurant serving modern Scottish cooking with strong local seafood and meat options in a relaxed, smart setting.
Popular seafood restaurant near the harbour, known for fresh fish, shellfish and classic Scottish plates in an unfussy setting.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels can be pricey in peak periods, but dining, buses and everyday costs are generally manageable for tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis; cafés usually do not expect tips.
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Aberdeen Airport -> Union Square
Check where to Aberdeen flights depart and arrive, plus the main airport details for this route.
Aberdeen Airport is 1 km from Aberdeen city centre. Public transport options include:
Aberdeen Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aberdeen Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aberdeen Airport: Ramps, assistance, toilets.
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