Aberdeen Historical & Turbulent Times Walking Tour
Overview
We will take you on a tour to some of the most interesting historical areas of Old Aberdeen and Aberdeen.
In Old Aberdeen, we explore the buildings of the 15th Century University, a 12th Century Cathedral with an amazing heraldic ceiling and a dark secret. We visit other fascinating areas and buildings and a secret graveyard very few locals know about.
We then take an interesting 25 minute walk to historic parts of Aberdeen’s City Centre.
Whilst exploring impressive historical buildings and areas, including one of the world’s largest granite buildings, you also learn about and visit the sites of the brutal realities of medieval times. Aberdeen has been the site of military invasions, riots and body snatching and you also find out about the local officials who colluded in the 18th century to kidnap and sell children.
Our tour covers 800 captivating years.
Access to Chapel interiors is subject to availability and seasonal opening times. Please contact us for details.
What's Included
- Guided walking tour of Old Aberdeen and Aberdeen
- No drinks or snacks included in cost
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
The Chanonry
Old Aberdeen, Aberdeen AB24 1RQ, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Broad Street
Aberdeen AB10 1AB, UK
The tour ends in the city centre of Aberdeen.
What To Expect
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St Machar's Cathedral
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Seaton Park
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Old Aberdeen
50 minutes Admission Ticket Free
King's College Chapel
35 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Spital Walk
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Marischal College
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Castlegate
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Provost Skene's House
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
St. Nicholas Churchyard
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Guided walking tour of Old Aberdeen and Aberdeen.
- No drinks or snacks included in cost.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Aberdeen Historical & Turbulent Times Walking Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Aberdeen Historical & Turbulent Times Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Guided walking tour of Old Aberdeen and Aberdeen
- No drinks or snacks included in cost
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
