1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)
English
Included
Discover the key sights of Aberdeen
Take Aberdeen at your own pace with your very own private guide
Learn about Aberdeen's dark past, with witches and tunnels
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Explore Aberdeen at your own pace on this private walking tour, with flexible start times and meeting points to suit your schedule. With your expert local guide, uncover the rich history and vibrant culture of the city as you walk through some of Aberdeen’s oldest streets and hidden corners. Learn how the city grew from a small fishing settlement into Europe’s centre for oil, retracing the steps of its most important and sometimes notorious historical figures. Hear captivating stories that reveal Aberdeen’s unique character and local heritage.
Along the way, discover the city’s dynamic street art scene, which has become an integral part of Aberdeen’s cultural identity. From subtle murals tucked into alleyways to bold artworks covering entire buildings, your guide will show you the most impressive and interesting pieces, sharing the stories and inspirations behind them. This private tour offers a personalised and immersive way to experience Aberdeen’s history, art, and modern life all in one journey.
Guide fee
Gratuities
Comfortable walking shoes
Weather-appropriate clothing
Bottle of water
Public transportation nearby
Children must be accompanied by an adult
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I totally recommend the Old Aberdeen Scot Free Tour. Thanks to Rebecca, I discovered some hidden historical gems, right on my doorstep, and enjoyed hearing fascinating tales from times gone by. Much thought has gone into making this tour fun, engaging and informative. Thank-you Rebecca for sharing your passion and knowledge of Aberdeen's past.
Thanks to Stewart for an informative and fun history walk through Aberdeen, learning of about colorful characters in powerful places; people on a mission and seeing the sites, statues and learning of the significance of the old and new buildings too. A great walk - don't miss it! (photo Castlegate)
We have been on several tours with Rick and he has just completed two larger group tours for visitors from outwith Aberdeen. He did a very professional job, and judged his audience extremely well. He did a fantastic job in highlighting the fascinating and varied history of Aberdeen. Great value too. Highly recommended for standard and bespoke tours.
Very interesting stories and overview of Aberdeen.
Brilliant tour! Perfect mix of nu art and local history. We were very pleased that we had bumped into Rick in the pub the day before! He was very knowledgeable and great tour guide. Would very much recommend. The amount of walking was just right. Not too much, so very manageable.
Went on the "Old Aberdeen" Scot free tour today. We were joined by a young couple from Canada. Rick, our tour guide was both very informative and interesting and he threw in some of his own amusing stories. I've lived all my life in Aberdeen but never knew the story of Old Aberdeen. I had my dog Bilbo with me as he likes a good walk. He enjoying meeting everyone and was quite content carrying his ball around. The weather was fine, not to hot for me and more importantly for Bilbo. Obviously we couldn't going into some places like the St Machar cathedral and the university chapel but I have been in both before. I mention that there was a rumour about William Wallace's arm being embedded in one of the walls of the cathedral but it is thought to be in the outer wall of the cathedral premises. I thougherly enjoy it and learned several things I didn't know about my home town. Would recommend it to others, whether they are Aberdonian or from further afield. Most enjoyable afternoon. Thank you again, Rick. Les Dunbar.
