Known as the ‘Granite City’ since the bulk of its historic buildings are made of this grey and pink stone, Aberdeen is a delightful and compact Scottish destination. Its seaside location boasts one of Scotland’s best harbours, and with the Dee and Don rivers bordering the city there’s a real sense of natural and urban harmony.

Aberdeen Airport is 11 kilometres north of the city centre. A number of airlines service the city daily, including British Airways, easyJet, British Midland and KLM. Most of the daily flights originate in London, followed by Paris-Charles de Gaulle, Amsterdam Schipol, and several other UK airports like those at Manchester and Birmingham. The nicely apportioned airport has everything you’ll need upon arrival including wireless internet, currency exchange, ATMs, and car hire services.

Banks: 09.00 to 17.00, Monday to Friday; 09.00 to 12.00, Saturdays
Post Offices: 08.30 to 17.45, Monday to Friday; 09.00 to 17.30, Saturdays
Government Offices: 09.00 to 17.00, Monday to Friday
Business Centres: 09.00 to 17.00, Monday to Friday
Shops: 10.00 to 18.00, daily