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Private tour in Aberdeen Angelika S
Aberdeen Highlights Walking Tour: Historic City Centre & Granite Landmarks
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Hi and welcome to Aberdeen! I was born in Kazakhstan and spent many years living in Poland before coming to Scotland. When I arrived in Aberdeen over 20 years ago, I felt like this city will be my home. I find that Aberdeen is very different from other Scottish cities. Some see it as a grey, dull, granite built city, but for me I see it as a city full of history, character, with its own charms, traditions, and local stories. I love travelling, meeting people from different cultures, and discovering local food, and I truly enjoy sharing these passions with my guests. I would be delighted to show you Aberdeen through my own eyes and help you experience the city beyond guidebook facts. I offer walking tours of Old Aberdeen and the city centre, where we explore not only historical facts, but also local legends and stories hidden under it all. I am flexible and happy to customize tours to suit your interests and pace. I do not have my own car, but I do hold a driving license and would be happy to accompany you on journeys around Aberdeenshire and other parts of Scotland, travelling together and discovering the country as locals do.
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Explore Castlegate, Marischal College, St Nicholas Kirk and Aberdeen’s local stories
Overview of your Aberdeen tour
Discover the history and character of Aberdeen on this guided walking tour through the city’s most iconic streets and sights. We begin at Castlegate, the historic heart of medieval Aberdeen, once the city’s main ceremonial square. From there, we will admire the impressive Marischal College, the second largest granite building in the world and a symbol of the Granite City. The tour continues with the story of Denis Law, Aberdeen-born football legend, before visiting Provost Skene’s House, one of the city’s oldest townhouses, offering insight into Aberdeen’s past merchants and leaders. At St Nicholas Kirk we explore over 800 years of religious history. We will then stop at Aberdeen’s oldest pub, a place rich in tradition and local stories. The tour concludes near Union Street at the William Wallace statue, reflecting Scotland’s national identity and enduring spirit. This tour is an ideal introduction to Aberdeen’s history, culture, and landmarks.
Your Aberdeen tour itinerary
- Start: Castlegate We meet at Castlegate, the historic centre of Aberdeen. - Marischal College See the second world’s largest granite building. - Denis Law Statue Stop at the statue of Denis Law, Aberdeen-born football legend. - Provost Skene’s House Stop next to one of Aberdeen’s oldest townhouses . - St Nicholas Kirk Explore the Mither Kirk of Aberdeen, the city’s main church for over 800 years. - Aberdeen’s Oldest Pub Pass Aberdeen’s oldest pub and learn about its centuries-old traditions and local life. - End: William Wallace Statue (Union Street) Finish the tour at the William Wallace statue, reflecting on Scotland’s national hero. As with every ToursByLocals tour, this tour is, of course, customizable. Please contact me using the orange "message guide" button to discuss this. This tour does not include a stop for lunch; however if you would like to factor that in, please contact me. Otherwise, I will be happy to recommend some amazing places for the best Scottish cuisine.
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Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom
Meet at Castlegate, by the Mercat Cross in the city centre. It’s easy to find and the perfect start for the Art Street tour. I can also pick you up from train station or the bus station,I can pick it up from the port and then by foot we will go to the meeting point (10 minutes walking distance).
- You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
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