10 reasons to visit Majestic Aberdeenshire this summer
| Published date | 27 June 2022 |
Long hours of sunshine and relatively low rainfall – the Cairngorms act as a natural rain barrier – have made the region a food and drink paradise but add to that an abundance of fairytale castles, plus Aberdeen's distinctive civic architecture carved from sparkling granite, and you have a cultural offering that is enhancing the East Coast's reputation for arts and events.
There's also a range of fantastic visitor attractions which make it easy for travellers who prefer to plan a full itinerary.
VisitAberdeenshire is encouraging holidaymakers to make this their next destination and here's 10 must-visit sites for some holiday inspiration.
Mackie's 19.2
The famous ice cream maker Mackie's has opened its first parlour and coffee shop in Aberdeen - located in Marischal Square – which is 19.2 miles from the family farm where they started making ice cream more than 30 years ago. Choose from over 20 flavours of ice cream in a variety of ways from cones, tubs, sundaes, milkshakes or with waffles, crepes and chocolate on tap. There are over 725,000 combinations of treats on offer!
Balmoral Castle and Estate
As we celebrate Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee this year, it's the perfect time to visit her beloved Scottish home. Balmoral Castle has been the Scottish home of the Royal Family since it was first purchased for Queen Victoria by Prince Albert in 1852 and the Queen has built her summer around it for her entire life. Visitors can enjoy the pristine formal gardens and vegetable gardens, see wildlife such as red squirrels and golden eagles, explore exhibitions about Balmoral, and also access the largest room in the Castle, the Ballroom.
Gordon Highlanders Museum
Whether you have a personal connection to the regiment, enjoy the military or are just a history buff this is a fantastic 5 star visitor attraction committed to preserving and sharing the legacy of the world-famous Gordon Highlanders Regiment. There is a full size WW1 replica Trench exhibition which gives visitors the opportunity to wander through and explore what it might have been like for the soldiers serving in the trenches of World War 1. Tours can be done in person although the guided tours bring an extra special element thanks to highly knowledgeable staff. Don't miss the café, which gets rave...
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