Provost Skene's House

Dating from 1545, Provost Skene’s House is Aberdeen’s oldest surviving townhouse and home to the city’s newest attraction celebrating the pioneering people of Aberdeen and the North-East of Scotland. Visitors can explore the lives and achievements of over 100 remarkable individuals, from singer and activist Annie Lennox to innovator Thomas Blake Glover and football legend Sir Alex Ferguson, through 10 themed interactive displays.

On Site:

• Interactive exhibits
• Coach drop-off on adjacent street
• After Hours Experience available from 18:00
• Accessibility: Upper floors reached by winding staircase; may not be suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with restricted mobility. Watch for low ceilings and uneven floors.

Exclusive Use Experience

Travel Trade Exclusive: N

• Duration: 1 hour (option to add extra hour)
• Availability: Year-round, 7 days a week, on request
• Group Size: 25–40

Includes:

• Exclusive use of Provost Skene’s House
• Guided tour of the townhouse (price dependent on group size and available on request)
• Themed talk available on request (additional charge)
• Drinks reception with canapés and refreshments (additional charge)

Express Part-Guided Visit

Travel Trade Exclusive: N

• Duration: 1 hour
• Availability: Year-round, 7 days a week, on request
• Group Size: 1–12

Includes:

• Part-guided curator-led tour
• Insight into the history of the building and highlights of the displays
• Exploration of the exhibits independently, with a guided conclusion in the Painted Gallery

Group Welcome

Travel Trade Exclusive: N

• Duration: 15 minutes
• Availability: Year-round, 7 days a week, on request
• Group Size: 6–20

Includes:

• Personalised welcome outside Provost Skene’s House
• Introduction to the townhouse’s history and redevelopment project (2021)
• Synopsis of key inspirational individuals and must-see exhibits

Provost Skene’s House offers an interactive and immersive experience celebrating local pioneers, combining history, culture, and hands-on learning for FITs and groups of all sizes.