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What to do in Aberdeen City and Shire

	Balmoral Castle Originally a 16th-century tower house built for the powerful Gordon family, Balmoral was converted into a Scottish Baronial mansion in the 19th Century. Since 1852, the Royal Family have traditionally spent their summer holidays here.
	Castle Trail The historic Northeast of Scotland is home to around a thousand castles or castle ruins, providing a wealth of history to explore; from gruesome tales of battles fought, to strolls through romantic estates.
	Aberdeen's Maritime Museum This museum tells the story of the city's long relationship with the sea, and houses a unique collection covering shipbuilding, fast sailing ships, fishing and port history.
	Winter Gardens in Duthie Park Europe's largest indoor garden collection, featuring flora and fauna from around the world. Watch out for fish, birds and "talking" cacti during the summer.
	The Granite City Aberdeen City is home to striking granite architecture, rich and inspiring history, a dynamic art scene and perhaps Scotland's strongest industrial heritage.
	The North East Coastline The north-east of Scotland has a gentle landscape with plenty of easy walking. The Cairngorm mountains drop to low, rolling hills, which soon give way to undulating farmland and coastline punctuated by fishing harbours, stretches of dune-backed beaches, cliffs and coves.
	Golf in the North East Both the casual and committed golfer will enjoy Scotland's north east. Home to fantastic links courses such as Murcar and Cruden Bay, the world's 6th oldest golf course - Royal Aberdeen - and one of the most exciting new developments in the world at the Balmenie Estate.
	Aberdeen Art Gallery Situated in the heart of the city, Aberdeen Art Gallery houses one of the finest art collections in Britain with paintings, sculpture and graphics from the 15th century to the present day.
	Stonehaven Fireball Festival The Fireball Ceremony is a colourful annual festival, unique to Stonehaven, attracting thousands of spectators in festive spirits, who gather to revel in a fiery start to the New Year.

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