Travel Trade Product Guide

We're proud to present VisitAberdeenshire’s travel trade product guide, dedicated to highlight the brightest and best of Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire for you and your clients.

The guide provides detailed information on bookable product for the region, including food and drink experiences, castles and gardens, cultural attractions and outdoor adventure. We have dedicated pages for accommodation listings, transportation, and guiding services which you can view using the] links below.

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Aberdeen Art Gallery

Guided tours and exclusive use

Aberdeen Art Gallery re-opened in November 2019 following a £34.6m redevelopment. They offer guided tours and after hours experiences for a range of group sizes.

Highlights

  • A collection that spans over 700 years and regarded as one of the UK’s finest collections.

  • Rooftop terrace, offering panoramic views of the city skyline.

Key Info

Locations
Aberdeen Area
Specialisms
Tours Available

Braemar Castle

Castle and Grounds

Situated near the village of Braemar in Royal Deeside, your clients will experience the turbulent history of this almost 400-year-old castle. Experiences suitable for groups and
FIT.

Highlights

  • Iconic castle in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park

  • Marvel at the unique star-shaped wall

  • Discover a turbulent chapter in Scotland's history

  • Explore the grounds via accessible path and woodland trail

Key Info

Locations
Royal Deeside Area, Cairngorms Area, Aberdeenshire

HES - Huntly Castle

Huntly Castle

Historic Environment Scotland is the lead public body set up to investigate, care for and promote Scotland’s historic environment. They offer a diverse portfolio of visitor attractions to allow your clients to immerse themselves in Scotland’s past. Suitable for groups and FITs.

Highlights

  • Huntly Castle - The seat of one of medieval and Renaissance Scotland’s most powerful families - the Gordon family.

Key Info

Locations
Rural Aberdeenshire Area, Aberdeenshire

NTS - Crathes Castle

Castle, Garden and Estate

Located 18 miles from Aberdeen City, Crathes Castle is a 16th-century baronial castle set in
an impressive 595-acre estate.

Highlights

  • Located 18 miles from Aberdeen city centre

  • Fairy tale-like turrets, gargoyles of fantastic design and the ancient Horn of Leys given in 1323 by Robert the Bruce are just a few of the features of this historic castle.

  • Newly created Rose Gardens with private tours available

Key Info

Locations
Royal Deeside Area, Aberdeenshire

NTS - Castle Fraser

Castle, Garden and Estate

Home to the Fraser family for over 400 years, Castle Fraser is one of the largest tower houses in Scotland and can be found near the market town of Inverurie

Highlights

  • Castle dates back to the 1400’s with later additions making the castle into the huge, fortified structure it is today.

  • Fraser Family’s home for over 400 years, filled with portraits, mementos and quirky features such as trap doors and secret staircases.

  • Exclusive access to Roof terrace for drams and historical talks.

Key Info

Locations
Rural Aberdeenshire Area, Aberdeenshire

NTS - Drum Castle

Castle, Garden and Estate

Dating from the 13th century, Drum Castle is one of Scotland’s oldest tower houses and is
located 10 miles west of Aberdeen.

Highlights

  • Your clients will experience over 700 years of history and the story of the Irvine Family who were given the Tower of Drum in 1323 by Robert the Bruce

  • The castle’s turbulent Jacobite past is brought to life through a new Jacobite: Behind the Scenes tour

  • The Garden of Historic Roses features an enormous array of rare and exotic roses and you clients can learn about how roses have been cultivated over the centuries on a unique garden tour

Key Info

Locations
Royal Deeside Area, Aberdeenshire

NTS - Pitmedden Garden

17th Century Walled Garden

Located just 14 miles north of Aberdeen in rural landscape, this walled garden contains over 30,000 bedding plants, 6 miles of clipped box hedging and over 200 fruit trees.

Highlights

  • 17th century walled garden split over three levels.

  • The Museum of Farming Life brings to life the agricultural heritage of the local area.

  • The Meet the Ploughman experience features Jim Elliot, British Horse Drawn Plough Champion, who has previously appeared on Downton Abbey

Key Info

Locations
Rural Aberdeenshire Area, Aberdeenshire

NTS - Fyvie Castle

Castle, Garden and Estate

Fyvie Castle, where ghosts, legends and folklore are all woven into its 800-year history and where your clients can see artwork by Raeburn, Batoni and Romney.

Highlights

  • 800 year old fortress and fine example of Scottish Baronial architecture.

  • Art-lovers’ paradise, with works by Raeburn, Batoni and Romney.

  • Extensive grounds with a Walled Garden of Scottish Fruits, home to the largest collection of Scottish fruits and vegetables.

Key Info

Locations
Rural Aberdeenshire Area, Aberdeenshire

Inverurie Whisky Shop

Whisky and Gin Experiences

Inverurie Whisky Shop offers your clients a range of whisky experiences suitable for groups, including tutored tastings and masterclasses. Offering Scotland’s first accredited Scotch Whisky course, your clients can spend the day learning to become Whisky Ambassadors. Gin tasting experiences are also available. Larger groups may be accommodated on request.

Highlights

  • Tutored tastings with a knowledgeable whisky expert.

  • Your clients can join an elite group of Whisky Ambassadors on Scotland’s first accredited

  • Scotch Whisky course.

  • Following a whisky masterclass, your clients can put their knowledge into practice on a tour of a local whisky distillery.

Key Info

Locations
Rural Aberdeenshire Area, Aberdeenshire

Barra Berries

Food Experience

Your clients will have the opportunity learn about life on a fruit farm, hear the fascinating
story of the Battle of Inverurie which took place in 1308 and enjoy a sample of the produce in this experience suitable for groups.

Key Info

Locations
Rural Aberdeenshire Area, Aberdeenshire