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Private tourOnly your group will participate
Overview
We will take you on a fantastic guided walking tour round some of the most interesting historical areas of Old Aberdeen.
We will explore the buildings of the fascinating 15th Century University including its uniquely preserved medieval chapel, a stunning 12th Century Cathedral with an amazing heraldic ceiling and a dark secret, other fascinating areas and a secret graveyard.
Tours can be tailored to suit. Please note access to the Chapel interiors is subject to availability and seasonal opening times. Please contact us for details.
At the end of the tour, we visit the very traditional Scottish Bar, St Machar’s, which opened in the 19th Century and has won many awards.
Here you will have an opportunity to try a plate of the famous and delicious Scottish dish of Stovies (beef, potatoes and onions) and you can also choose a Scottish pint of beer or a single malt whisky (or another spirit) or a soft drink from the large selection. Vegetarian sides are available. Over 18's only.
What's included
Soft drinks and vegetarian sides also available for non drinkers/non meat eaters
Traditional Scottish Stovies and a Scottish Beer or Scottish Malt Whisky is included in the tasting
3 Hour walking tour of Aberdeen
Gratuities
Guests may order additional food from bar menu, but not included in cost.
Private tour transportation not available
What to expect
St Machar's Cathedral
30m
Stunning cathedral building with an amazing Heraldic ceiling, dating back to the 14th Century. Also infamously where part of "William Braveheart Wallace" was buried and the scene of many a grave robbing.
King's Museum - Old Town House
15m
Ancient building next to the "Mercat Coss" with a secret "grate" on one side.
Old Aberdeen
45m
This part of the walking tour round Old Aberdeen, includes the famous Powis Gates, The Town House, The Mercat Cross amongst other places and a 16th century secret graveyard that very few locals even know about.
King's College Chapel
15m
The original part of Aberdeen University dating back over 500 years and other fascinating historic buildings and monuments. The iconic tower is topped by an imperial crown, a story in itself.
1h · Admission ticket included
At the end of the tour, we visit the very traditional Scottish Bar, St Machar’s, which opened in the 19th Century, and has won many awards.
Here you will have an opportunity to try a plate of the famous and delicious Scottish dish of Stovies (beef, potatoes and onions) and you can also choose a pint of Scottish beer, a Scottish malt whisky or a soft drink from the large selection. Vegetarian sides are available for non-meat eaters.
This is included in the cost of the tour. Over 18's only.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
We meet at the gates of St Machar's Cathedral.
End point
The tour concludes in the St Machar Bar where you have your traditional Scottish food and drink tasting.
Additional information
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
