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Aberdeen Old Harbour Walking Tour Explore History and Mystery

5.0 (7 reviews) 2 hours Free cancellation
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Aberdeen Old Harbour Walking Tour Explore History and Mystery

About this activity

Delve into the rich history of Aberdeen's Old Harbour, a vibrant nexus of commerce and adventure. This walking tour reveals the harbour's intriguing past, covering everything from Vikings to the modern day oil industry - and, of course, with a health dose of pirates along the way! Over the course of about two hours, wander through this historic area and uncover the stories that shaped the city.

  • Two-hour walking tour, covering 1.5 miles
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users; comfortable walking shoes recommended
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At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 30 people
People per booking
1–8
Guide
English
Operated by
Scot Free Tours

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Adults (5–100 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Friendly local guide

Itinerary

  1. Castlegate

    10 min

    Your friendly guide will meet you and introduce the tour.

  2. Aberdeen Maritime Museum

    10 min

    You'll stop outside the Maritime Museum which has a great view of Aberdeen harbour.

  3. Stop 3

    10 min

    You'll see Aberdeen's historic harbour and learn more about its history.

  4. Stop 4

    10 min

    See St Clement's Churchyard, the final resting place of many maritime families.

  5. Footdee (Fittie)

    10 min

    Visit the charming historical fishing village and see their colourful and unique outhouses.

  6. Stop 6

    10 min

    Finish the tour overlooking the "golden sands" of Aberdeen. After the tour, there's loads of cafes or food vans to eat at - or even a sauna to visit!

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Meet outside the Old Blackfriars Pub in the Castlegate. Your guide will be there from 15 minutes before the tour start and will be wearing a Scot Free Tours lanyard.

End point

  • From here you can either catch the No 13 bus back into the city or the SC1 to cruise ship terminal, or walk back up to the Castlegate.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
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  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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