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Recommended Places to Visit 10in

1. Broad Street, Aberdeen – view the magnificent Marischal College, new home to Aberdeen City Council.

2. Aberdeen Art Gallery, Schoolhill – home to paintings and sculpture from the 15th Century, with changing exhibitions.

3. , University of Aberdeen – some of the finest architecture in the City. Find The Cruickshank Botanic Garden on The Chanonry (off St Machar Drive), more info: www.abdn.ac.uk/botanic-garden Then go further down The Chanonry until you come to St Machar Cathedral, full info: www.stmachar.com

4. The Battery – a disused artillery battery near Torry which has overlooked the harbour since 1860. Stunning view of city in addition to opportunity to bird and dolphin watch.

5. Maritime Museum – the perfect introduction to Aberdeen, providing a comprehensive overview of both the oil and fishing industries. More info: www.aagm.co.uk

6. – a picturesque fishing village at the mouth of Aberdeen Harbour, and easily accessed from Aberdeen Beach. A charming historical oasis, with tastefully decorated outhouses and gardens which must be seen to be appreciated.

7. Old Line - Starts at Duthie Park and goes to . For a longer walk continue for 16 miles through the heart of the countryside to . More info: www.cyclegrampian.co.uk/trail/deeside.html

8. Duthie Park – beautiful park containing children’s play area, café, and indoor Winter Gardens which contain the largest cacti collection in the UK. On no 17 bus route (towards Faulds Gate).

9. Aberdeen Beach – 10 minute walk from the town centre, Aberdeen Beach provides walks along the sea front, in addition to a large recreational area featuring cafes, restaurants, an amusement park, sporting facilities and a cinema. Don’t forget to walk towards the lighthouse, and visit Footdee (see 6. above).

10. Victoria Park – A delightful park in the Rosemount area, which boasts a granite fountain made of 14 different granites, in addition to a generous selection of flowers, shrubs and trees, and a conservatory. Castles in Aberdeenshire on Public Transport Routes

There are a number of historic and beautiful castles and country homes in the North East of . Full details are here: www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/visit/castles.asp

Castles that can be reached by public transport are below: • , by Banchory Stagecoach Bluebird bus numbers 201, 202 and 203 from Aberdeen bus station stop at the entrance to Crathes Estate. • , by Banchory Stagecoach Bluebird bus numbers 201, 202 and 203 from Aberdeen bus station stop within walking distance (1/2 mile) of Drum Castle. Note: There is a steep walk from the Drum Castle bus stop on the A93 up to the property. • Duff House (art gallery), Banff Stagecoach Bluebird bus number 35 from Aberdeen bus station stops in Banff. • , By train: from Aberdeen to Stonehaven By bus: Stagecoach Bluebird 7 to Stonehaven Castle is one hour walk from town centre, along stunning coastal path. • Castle, Fyvie, near Stagecoach Bluebird bus number 35 from Aberdeen bus station stops in Fyvie. PLEASE NOTE that country bus services are much less frequent than City services. Before travel, please check out timetables here: www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/publictransport/ timetables/