Kelly R.United States
We had Mike as our tour guide. He was great!! Very knowledgeable and fun. He was very personable and showed he really loves his work as a guide. He went the extra mile and we’d refer him to everyone! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Private tour in Aberdeen Malcolm D
Aberdeen Private Walking Tour
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2 hours
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Malcolm D.
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Scotland has many treasures to offer - amazing castles and historical buildings, beautiful scenery, spectacular wildlife, wonderful restaurants and a lot of them are in Aberdeenshire. I will take you on a private tour to areas that are as stunning as they are interesting and tell you about the attractions and their history and secrets and arrange a great day out for you whether it be to ancient castles, a distillery or to see famous Highland Cows. I also offer tours across Scotland and will assist you in the creation of a wonderful vacation to see our amazing country from coast to coast. I can create a custom tour to suit your own itinerary. I am a fully bonded member of ABTOT (No. 5419) which provides protection for customers' prepayments. I have many years of experience in Tour Guiding, and I look forward to showing you our lovely land, whether that be for a few hours or over multiple day. Malcolm Duckworth.
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Highlights of Historical Old Aberdeen and its Dark Secrets
Overview of your Aberdeen tour
Enjoy a fascinating walking tour of the historical areas of Old Aberdeen with a local guide. Aberdeen contains many beautiful buildings, built from local granite which sparkles in the sunlight, but we will go well beyond the surface and discover nearly 1000+ captivating years and I will share with you stories of times gone by. In Old Aberdeen, we explore the buildings of the 15th Century University, a 12th Century Cathedral with an amazing heraldic ceiling and a dark secret, a secret graveyard very few locals know about, and many other interesting sites and beautiful, preserved buildings. Some attractions are subject to seasonal openings. Please contact us for details.
Recent Reviews
Jeff M.United States
Mike was my tour guide and very knowledgeable. Tour was full of wonderful information and completely enhanced the experience.
Anne K.United States
We had a very enjoyable tour with Mike. He was knowledgeable and our time with him proved to be very pleasurable .
Alison B.
Mike Fraser was a wonderful guide. Our morning with him gave us extensive insight into the history of Old Aberdeen as we visited all the major sites. He was a charming guide and a lot of fun to spend time with. We highly recommend this tour!
Monique A.Canada
Malcolm/Mile was great and knowledgeable. Learned a lot about this walking tour of Aberdeen. Thanks.
Donn H.United States
Mike was a great guide I enjoyed my tour of Old Aberdeen and learned a lot.
Your Aberdeen tour itinerary
Old Aberdeen •St Machar's Cathedral (dating back 900 yrs with an amazing heraldic ceiling) •Old Townhouse (why are there grills on the tiny window?) •MacRoberts Memorial which has a twist in its tale. •Kings College (Aberdeen University was founded over 500 years ago and the stunning Chapel contains original details. •Powis Gates (where did the money come from?) •Snow Kirk (secret graveyard) Above are suggested highlights dependent on timings and opening times
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Transport details
Type: Walking
No transportation
What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location
The Chanonry, Scotland, Scotland, AB24, United Kingdom
St Machar's Cathedral, The Chanonry, Old Aberdeen, Aberdeen AB24 1RQ
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Other details
Tour categories
History
Architecture
Tour reference number
858132
Languages
EnglishActivity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Traveller reviews
5.0
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Who is this private tour in Aberdeen best suited for?
This private walking tour in Aberdeen is perfect for history enthusiasts and those interested in exploring the rich heritage of Old Aberdeen. It's also ideal for travellers who want to connect with a local guide, Malcolm D., to gain deeper insights into the city's past and its hidden secrets.
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2 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-10 people
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2 hours
Walking
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