Things to See and Do in Aberdeenshire

There are a limitless number of things to do in Aberdeen and its surrounding areas, and staying at the Kintore Arms Hotel provides you with the perfect base from which to explore. Aberdeen, and Iverurie where the hotel is situated, is located within the north east corner of the Grampian region.

The Kintore Arms Hotel, Aberdeen Gardens

Spending time here is a must for those wishing an action adventure outdoor holiday and also for those wishing a tranquil and peaceful retreat in the splendid countryside.

With an unspoilt coastline home to the country’s most picturesque harbours and traditional fishing villages, and abundant wildlife, birdlife and plant life in well cared for nature reserves, this part of Scotland really does have it all.

The city of Aberdeen is notable for its award winning outdoor spaces and has won the RHS Britain in Bloom accolade a total of 10 times and the Scotland in Bloom award 20 times.

It is a beautiful city with 45 exquisitely kept gardens and parks, which including Duthie Park and Hazlehead Park are well worth a visit.

For a mix of culture and history the Tolbooth Prison in Aberdeen is the city's 17th century gaol which is now a well preserved and interesting museum. For top family entertainment Aberdeen beach and boulevard is unbeatable.

The Grampian Eye Big Wheel, also known as the Aberdeen Eye, gives breathtaking views of the city and bay over to the North Sea from 100 feet high.

Inverurie's Castle Fraser which is Z plan in design (as is Glamis Calstle and Fyvie Castle) was built between the years 1575 and 1636 by Michael Fraser, the 6th Laird of Fraser.

It is set in 300 acres of woodland, gardens and farmland and is now owned by the National Trust of Scotland and open to the public during the summer months.

For those staying at the Kintore Arms Hotel and looking for things to do in Aberdeen, a trip to the area is not complete without visiting the Glen Garioch Distillery. Located just outside Inverurie in Aberdeenshire the distillery is open to the public and gives fascinating tours of the whole whisky making process from malting through to storage of the end product.