Family Friendly Days Out in Aberdeen: Best Things to Do with Kids

Family Friendly Days Out in Aberdeen: Best Things to Do with Kids

Our Aberdeen apartments are ideal for families, with a spacious double bedroom, twin room, comfortable living and dining area, fully equipped kitchen for easy mealtimes and plenty of storage space for a relaxed, home-from-home stay.

Planning a trip to Aberdeen as a family? We’ve created a collection of some of the best family friendly days out in and around Aberdeen.

Spend the Day at Aberdeen Beach

Aberdeen Beach is one of the most popular family friendly days out in Aberdeen. There’s a big stretch of sand for games and walks plus plenty nearby if the weather is not on your side.

Families can enjoy:

  • sandcastles and beach walks
  • ice cream along the promenade or lunch at one of the food trucks, cafes or restaurants
  • arcades and rides at Codona’s Amusement Park
  • a wander round Footdee, the historic fishing village commonly known as “Fittie”

You can make your trip as relaxed or as activity-packed as you want.  On sunny days it feels like a mini seaside holiday!

family friendly days out in Aberdeen - Codonas

Aberdeen Science Centre for Curious Minds

The Aberdeen Science Centre is a great choice for family friendly days out in Aberdeen.  The science centre is packed with interactive exhibits making it a reliable rainy-day option.  Kids can build, test, experiment and get hands-on with science here.

Good to know:

  • easy nearby parking
  • cafe on site
  • great for a half-day visit
  • perfect back up plan for Scottish weather
family friendly days out in Aberdeen - Aberdeen Science Centre

Explore Duthie Park and the Winter Gardens

Duthie Park is another standout for family friendly days out in Aberdeen, offering something for all ages.

The park has:

  • large open green spaces
  • play parks
  • river walks
  • picnic spots

Inside the Winter Gardens, kids can spot tropical plants, ponds, terrapins and the famous “dissapearing frog”. It’s warm, free and surprisingly good on cold and rainy days.

family friendly days out in Aberdeen - David Welch Winter gardens

Visit Aberdeen Maritime Museum

Aberdeen Maritime Museum is free and brilliant for kids who love ships, pirates, submarines or anything adventurous. 

The museum overlooks the harbour so children can watch real boats coming and going whilst learning about Aberdeen’s maritime history.  There are interactive displays and family friendly exhibits making it an engaging museum.

family friendly days out in Aberdeen - Aberdeen Maritime Museum

Burn Energy at Hazelhead Park

Hazelhead park is a family favourite in Aberdeen. There’s loads of space to run around, plus:

  • play areas
  • mini golf
  • woodland walks
  • a small pets corner and animal area

Discover Nearby Castles

Aberdeenshire is known as Scotland’s Castle Country and there are a number close by for a family day trip.

Crathes Castle

Crathes Castle is great for families, with woodland trails, gardens and a fairy-tale feel.

Dunnottar Castle

Dunnottar Castle is good for older kids as it feels like something from a film set, with its dramatic cliffs, sea views and castle ruins.

Visit our dedicated blog post about Aberdeen Castles for more information.

family friendly days out in Aberdeen - Crathes Castle

Turn Aberdeen Into a Treasure Hunt

Nuart Aberdeen

Aberdeen’s street art trail, known as Nuart Aberdeen, is a simple and free way to explore the city centre as part of your family friendly day out in Aberdeen.

Colourful murals can be found across the city centre, making walks a bit more fun for children while giving adults a chance to see a different side of Aberdeen. It’s an easy activity to fit into a day of sightseeing, shopping or stopping for lunch.

There’s plenty to keep everyone entertained, whether you’re staying with us for a weekend or longer family holiday. With beaches, parks, castles and museums, there’s a great mix of outdoor and family friendly activities.  After a busy day exploring, our comfortable apartments give you the space to relax, cook, unwind and enjoy quality time together.  

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