From the Cairngorms, the land drops gradually north-east to a coastal plain and a superb coastline. Moorland and forests, river valleys and rich farmland are the features of Grampian, the rolling land beyond the mountains.
Aberdeenshire has a wide range of accommodation, both in city and countryside. Choose the accommodation type below.
Castles galore, a unique whisky trail, follow in the footsteps of Queen Victoria, plus all the shops and nightlife of Scotland’s third city, Aberdeen.
View top attractions »Coastal paths for walkers, cycle routes on former railway lines, lots of angling, sailing and wind-surfing, plenty of riding and trekking options – a great activities choice here.
View top activities »From St Cyrus on the edge of Grampian, via the turning point at Kinnaird Head and on to Findhorn on the Moray coast, the coastline of this area runs for more than 150 miles.
With the harbourside Maritime Museum, one of the finest public art collections in the UK, and a superb military museum – on the Gordon Highlanders, there is no shortage of choice.
Museums & Galleries in Aberdeen & Grampian
One of the finest areas in Scotland for golf, Aberdeenshire has many superb links and parkland courses.
Lots of spectacle at the coast, including dolphins and estuary-fishing ospreys. Inland, ancient pinewoods are a haven for some of Scotland’s rarest birds.
