About this tour
Walk through Aberdeen's medieval quarters with a local guide, visiting the 15th-century university, a 12th-century cathedral with ornate heraldry, and a hidden burial ground before settling into St Machar's, a venerable Scottish pub established in the 1800s. The three-hour tour ends with stovies—a traditional beef, potato and onion braise—paired with Scottish whisky, beer or soft drinks. Vegetarian alternatives available.
Highlights
- 15th-century university buildings and grounds
- 12th-century cathedral with heraldic ceiling detail
- Hidden graveyard off the main thoroughfares
- Stovies and Scottish spirit tasting at historic bar
- Award-winning St Machar's pub established 1800s
- Customisable route to suit your interests
What to expect
You'll move at a steady pace through Old Aberdeen's cobbled lanes with commentary on the architecture and history of the university and cathedral. Expect to spend about two hours walking, covering roughly two kilometres with minor elevation changes. The guide points out period details and shares stories tied to each location. Chapel access depends on the season and day of visit—confirm ahead. The final hour takes place indoors at St Machar's, where you'll be served a hearty plate of stovies alongside your chosen drink from the bar's Scottish selection.
Good to know
Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the Scottish weather. Tours require a minimum group size; book in advance. The pub is for over-18s only, though soft drinks and vegetarian sides suit all diets. Service animals welcome. Not suitable if you have spinal issues or cardiovascular concerns.
Frequently asked
- How long does Old Aberdeen Historical Walking Tour with Food and Drink Tasting take?
- Old Aberdeen Historical Walking Tour with Food and Drink Tasting runs for approximately 3 hours.
- How much does Old Aberdeen Historical Walking Tour with Food and Drink Tasting cost?
- Prices start from GBP $89 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Old Aberdeen Historical Walking Tour with Food and Drink Tasting run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Old Aberdeen Historical Walking Tour with Food and Drink Tasting?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.