Old Aberdeen Historical Walking Tour with Food and Drink Tasting
Overview
We will take you on a fantastic guided walking tour round some of the most interesting historical areas of Old Aberdeen.
We will explore the buildings of the fascinating 15th Century University including its uniquely preserved medieval chapel, a stunning 12th Century Cathedral with an amazing heraldic ceiling and a dark secret, other fascinating areas and a secret graveyard.
Tours can be tailored to suit. Please note access to the Chapel interiors is subject to availability and seasonal opening times. Please contact us for details.
At the end of the tour, we visit the very traditional Scottish Bar, St Machar’s, which opened in the 19th Century and has won many awards.
Here you will have an opportunity to try a plate of the famous and delicious Scottish dish of Stovies (beef, potatoes and onions) and you can also choose a Scottish pint of beer or a single malt whisky (or another spirit) or a soft drink from the large selection. Vegetarian sides are available. Over 18's only.
What's Included
- Soft drinks and vegetarian sides also available for non drinkers/non meat eaters
- Traditional Scottish Stovies and a Scottish Beer or Scottish Malt Whisky is included in the tasting
- 3 Hour walking tour of Aberdeen
- Gratuities
- Guests may order additional food from bar menu, but not included in cost.
- Private tour transportation not available
Meeting Location
The Chanonry
Old Aberdeen, Aberdeen AB24 1RQ, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
97 High Street
Aberdeen AB24 3EN, UK
The tour concludes in the St Machar Bar where you have your traditional Scottish food and drink tasting.
What To Expect
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St Machar's Cathedral
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
King's Museum - Old Town House
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Old Aberdeen
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
King's College Chapel
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
St. Machar Bar
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
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)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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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.
- Soft drinks and vegetarian sides also available for non drinkers/non meat eaters.
- Traditional Scottish Stovies and a Scottish Beer or Scottish Malt Whisky is included in the tasting.
- 3 Hour walking tour of Aberdeen.
- Gratuities.
- Guests may order additional food from bar menu, but not included in cost.
- Private tour transportation not available.
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 Old Aberdeen Historical Walking Tour with Food and Drink Tasting 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 Old Aberdeen Historical Walking Tour with Food and Drink Tasting will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. 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
- Soft drinks and vegetarian sides also available for non drinkers/non meat eaters
- Traditional Scottish Stovies and a Scottish Beer or Scottish Malt Whisky is included in the tasting
- 3 Hour walking tour of Aberdeen
- Gratuities
- Guests may order additional food from bar menu, but not included in cost.
- Private tour transportation not available
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
