National Trust of Scotland

Standing against a backdrop of rolling hills and set within its own glorious gardens, Crathes Castle is every inch the classic Scottish tower house – and a fantastic day out for all the family. Inside you’ll find a labyrinth of cultural history, from family portraits to fine antique furniture and wonderful walled gardens.


His Majesty’s Theatre is a category A listed proscenium arch theatre designed by celebrated architect Frank Matcham and opened in December 1906. It is a fully equipped producing and receiving theatre with a capacity of 1400 which since its opening has welcomed international touring companies, nationally renowned artists and Scottish and homegrown talent.

Aberdeenshire

His Majesty's Theatre & Music Hall

See great art for free!
Aberdeen Art Gallery is home to one of the finest collections in the country. The collection spans 700 years and includes a staggering range of works by local, national and international artists, designers and makers. For over 130 years we have been acquiring the best and most interesting contemporary artworks. We are proud to care for these treasures on behalf of the people of Aberdeen and to share their stories with all our visitors.
Highlights of the displays include works by Joan Eardley, the Scottish Colourists, Francis Bacon, Tracey Emin, Claude Monet and Barbara Hepworth.

Aberdeen Art Gallery

Stone circles can be found throughout Britain and Ireland, in various forms, and were erected between c.2700 – 2000 BC (the Bronze Age). Around 10% of the total number of stone circles recorded in Britain can be found in Aberdeenshire, and the region even boasts its own unique style of circle - the Recumbent Stone Circle.

The Stone Circle Trail

Forming the ranks were farmers and fishermen, ghillies and labourers, aristocrats and university students. Ordinary men with an extraordinary sense of duty; all with a story to tell. These stories are brought to life at The Gordon Highlanders Museum by exploring our Nationally Significant Collection. 

Gordon Highlanders Museum

As one of the heartlands of the Pictish community, Aberdeenshire is home to a large number of the elaborately decorated Symbol Stones for which the Picts are famed – around 20% of all Pictish stones recorded in Scotland can be found in Aberdeenshire. 

The Pictish Stone Trail

Aberdeen Science Centre is one of Aberdeen’s top visitor attractions and offers the perfect day out for the whole family. With more than 60 new interactive exhibits, our friendly robot RoboThespian and the incredible OPITO Theatre of Energy, every visit to Aberdeen Science Centre is different as you have fun exploring how the sciences shape our world and everything in it….and beyond!

Monday	10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday	10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday	10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday	10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday	10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday	10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday	10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Crathes Castle

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More in Aberdeenshire

His Majesty's Theatre & Music Hall

Aberdeen Art Gallery

The Stone Circle Trail

Gordon Highlanders Museum

The Pictish Stone Trail

Aberdeen Science Center

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Neidpath Castle

Doune Castle

Scone Palace

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