5-Day Scotland weekend getaway in Aberdeen

Your exciting weekend getaway in Scotland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Aberdeen, your home for 4 nights. You’ll have your choice of the city's best hotels and other places to stay.

Aberdeen has many incredible destinations you can admire and explore throughout your weekend getaway in Scotland. Make sure you get on the earliest flight to Aberdeen to see as many of these must-visit sites as possible!

Travelers often make time to visit attractions like the remarkable Footdee. This attraction is a spectacular suburb with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 602 visitors.

When you’re ready to discover the local food culture in Aberdeen, make your way to one of the best restaurants in the city, Maggie's Grill. This lovely restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 587 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant in Aberdeen is COSMO All You Can Eat World Buffet Restaurant | Aberdeen. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,555 customers, this restaurant is truly a must-try.

You can also eat at a place locals enjoy, The Silver Darling. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,130 customers.

A weekend getaway in Scotland isn't complete without experiencing the nightlife scene in Aberdeen. Fortunately, the city also has many fantastic bars that cater to all travel budgets. An excellent example is Miller & Carter Aberdeen, which has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,026 customers.

Another of the best bars you should consider going to is Prince Of Wales. This bar offers a selection of great meals and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,166 customers.

Locals also enjoy The Grill, and you might too. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 881 customers, an after-dinner drink at The Grill is the perfect way to end this day.

Enjoy toasting the start of your adventure-filled 5-day weekend getaway in Scotland!

On day 2 of your rejuvenating weekend getaway in Scotland, you’ll see more of the best attractions in Aberdeen. You still have so many incredible experiences to take in during your remaining 3 nights in Aberdeen!

One of today’s main highlights is the unforgettable David Welch Winter Gardens. This outstanding park and travel destination inspires so many travelers each year. Garnering an average rating of 4.7 stars out of 5 from 575 travelers, a visit to the remarkable David Welch Winter Gardens is worth pages in your travel diary.

Another of the best attractions that will stir your curiosity is the fascinating Duthie Park. Approximately 3,959 visitors rated this popular sightseeing spot an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Today, you also have the chance to see the amazing church, St Mary of the Assumption Cathedral, Aberdeen. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 397 visitors.

The top-rated Aberdeen Maritime Museum, an outstanding park, is one place you should visit while in Aberdeen considering its average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,270 travelers.

When you want to explore something else, stop at the magnificent Torry Battery. This popular site is rated 4.5 stars out of 5 by around 699 travelers.

Take this chance to join a popular tour to experience something one-of-a-kind on this day of your weekend getaway in Scotland. Check out all the tours Aberdeen offers and add your selections to your weekend getaway vacation package.

Exploring the most popular attractions in Scotland can make you lose track of time. Still, be sure to grab something to eat at some of the best restaurants you can try in Aberdeen.

Foodstory offers great food and ambiance and is well-loved in the area.

Another top-rated restaurant worth trying in Aberdeen is the popular Rustico. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 931 customers, this restaurant is an excellent dining option.

If you feel like having something else, check out Mi Amore. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 670 customers, which speaks volumes about its quality.

When you’ve finished your meal and an after-dinner drink sounds enticing, visit BrewDog Aberdeen. One of the best bars in the city, BrewDog Aberdeen has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 870 customers.

If you’d rather go to a different spot, No.10 Bar and Restaurant is another great option. This bar enjoys an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 746 bar-goers.

Ninety-Nine is also a great city bar where you can have nice chats with locals and fellow travelers in Aberdeen. Ninety-Nine has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 587 customers.

A quick trip to any of these popular local bars will enhance your travel experience in the city of Aberdeen. Cheers to a pleasant weekend getaway in Scotland!

On day 3 of your weekend getaway in Scotland, you’ll get to know more about Aberdeen and take in its unique atmosphere. You'll also make the most of your remaining 2 nights in Aberdeen by checking out more of the city's local food scene and nightlife.

You won’t easily run out of wonderful places to see and exciting things to do during your adventure in the city. To start your day with a bang, head to the must-visit Hazlehead Park.

Today is also your chance to spend some time at the spectacular Johnston Gardens. This attraction is a magnificent public garden that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 847 travelers.

Aberdeen is also the home of the amazing The Locked Door Escape Games. This fascinating best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 341 visitors.

You can continue your adventure at a famous urban park in the area, the wonderful Westburn Park. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,016, a visit to this top-rated attraction is an excellent idea.

Beyond its stunning attractions, Aberdeen is also an incredible place where you can rediscover your passion for learning or adventure. So for a more productive and meaningful weekend getaway experience in Scotland, join an unforgettable tour today to learn more about Aberdeen's people and culture.

You’ll have plenty of restaurant and bar options in Aberdeen. So when you’re done exploring and it’s time to eat, all you have to do is take your pick of the city’s best dining and drinking spots.

Locals enjoy eating at Bonobo Cafe, one of the most recommended restaurants in Aberdeen. This city restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 578 customers.

If you have an appetite for something else, check out Café Bohème. Around 334 customers have given this fantastic restaurant an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 288 customers, Moonfish Cafe is another excellent alternative that serves a whole menu of delectable dishes. Many patrons praise its unique ambiance and attentive service, making it a must-visit for both locals and tourists alike.

After your meal, consider going for a drink to celebrate this wonderful weekend getaway experience in Scotland. One of the best bars in the city is Fierce Bar Aberdeen. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 438 customers.

To gain one of the best bar experiences in Aberdeen, we recommend the cocktails at Slains Castle. This bar has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,795 customers and is an excellent place to make local friends.

Another of the best spots to experience the nightlife scene in Aberdeen is Siberia Bar & Hotel. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,161 customers.

Relish in novel experiences as you continue your weekend getaway in the city of Aberdeen. Toast to another amazing day in Scotland!

On day 4 of your rejuvenating weekend getaway in Scotland, you’ll see more of the best attractions in Aberdeen. You still have so many incredible experiences to take in during your remaining 1 night in Aberdeen!

One of today’s main highlights is the unforgettable Aberdeen Science Centre. This outstanding museum and travel destination inspires so many travelers each year. Garnering an average rating of 4.4 stars out of 5 from 630 travelers, a visit to the remarkable Aberdeen Science Centre is worth pages in your travel diary.

Another of the best attractions that will stir your curiosity is the fascinating Provost Skene's House And Archway, Broad Street, Aberdeen. Approximately 314 visitors rated this popular sightseeing spot an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Today, you also have the chance to see the amazing botanical garden, Cruickshank Botanic Garden. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 352 visitors.

The top-rated Seaton Park, an outstanding museum, is one place you should visit while in Aberdeen considering its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,950 travelers.

When you want to explore something else, stop at the magnificent Donmouth Local Nature Reserve. This popular site is rated 4.6 stars out of 5 by around 1,055 travelers.

Take this chance to join a popular tour to experience something one-of-a-kind on this day of your weekend getaway in Scotland. Check out all the tours Aberdeen offers and add your selections to your weekend getaway vacation package.

Exploring the most popular attractions in Scotland can make you lose track of time. Still, be sure to grab something to eat at some of the best restaurants you can try in Aberdeen.

Cafe Harmony offers great food and ambiance and is well-loved in the area.

When you’ve finished your meal and an after-dinner drink sounds enticing, visit Old Blackfriars. One of the best bars in the city, Old Blackfriars has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,080 customers.

If you’d rather go to a different spot, Malmaison Aberdeen is another great option. This bar enjoys an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 742 bar-goers.

Krakatoa is also a great city bar where you can have nice chats with locals and fellow travelers in Aberdeen. Krakatoa has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 594 customers.

A quick trip to any of these popular local bars will enhance your travel experience in the city of Aberdeen. Cheers to a pleasant weekend getaway in Scotland!

Your remarkable weekend getaway in Scotland is about to end. Soon you’ll say goodbye to Aberdeen. Day 5 is your departure day and your chance to catch one last glimpse of the city and beautiful Scotland.

Depending on how much time you have until you start your journey home, we recommend visiting some more attractions or doing some last-minute shopping.

If you prefer to go sightseeing before leaving Scotland, the popular William Wallace Statue, Aberdeen is an extraordinary attraction you could visit on your last day in Aberdeen.

You’ll then say farewell to Scotland and begin your journey home, now filled with memories of your unforgettable weekend getaway in Scotland!