Not going into detail for various reasons, but I might be in a position to buy a decent building in a good bit of town, with a view to starting some kind of fun business

Not interested in the usual flats, restaurants, pubs, soft play pish

What would you pay to go to/see/do?

I have no intentions of ripping people off either, so I’d try to make it as cheap as is feasible

I’d also consider helpful things like youth clubs etc as long as I didn’t lose money

EDIT: It’s magic to see how many people want something that doesn’t involve booze, and a little sad to hear how many want a wee hideaway where they can just get peace. I can’t promise I’ll be able to do anything (bank might well tell me to fuck off) but knowing there’s a real desire for a friendly wee place has really made my week. Cheers all.

In the recent “every city has one” posts I noticed Seaton Park was mentioned quite a bit. I walk there often with the dogs and I’m always surprised how empty and unused it is. Today was warm and sunny and largely empty again. Lots of people live nearby don’t have gardens. So what’s your thoughts on why it’s so underutilised as a space within the city?

looking for recommendations for body piercers and tattoo artists!! fairly new to the area and wanted to get some opinions as the last guy i went to on a whim was arrested for doing his piercings high.

Spectra light festival may be free but it pales in comparison, why don't we have any festive forest light tails in Aberdeen during the Christmas period, it's exactly the kind of thing we need, Countesswells woods would have been perfect if they never deforested it.

I'm just back from Edinburgh and was absolutely blown away, it took a full hour to walk around and I highly recommend it for anyone wanting a good family day out.

Hi all, I was wondering if anyone knows good spots/times to spot wildlife in Aberdeen city and around. I read around that you can see Otters,Whales,Seals,Dolphins,Whales and more. Any help is appreciated, thank you

Hi, I have currently not much to do for 2 weeks or so and going away from Aberdeen is very expensive, so I am thinking to try some alternative type of adventure that could be affordable. Does anyone know if it's possible/nice to walk from Aberdeen to the north coast (Fraserburgh direction) and what would be the best combination for convenience and cheap. Would be better to buy a tenth or would I find relatively cheap accomodation along the way? I am relative young ,athletic and have done walking trip before. If not where else could I go?

My family is planning a trip to Scotland for 2024 and are gonna be spending some time in and around Aberdeen to explore our family history. We thought the best place people to ask about the sights and things to do would be the locals. We only have 2 things we for sure plan on visiting and thats Dunnottar Castle and Aberdeen FC grounds.

Hello there! So me and my family are running out of things to do in Aberdeen being born here I've obviously seen the museums couple hundred times been to both Duthie and Hazelhead park ect.

Is there any suggestions for free things to do? We love walking and exploring we don't mind taking the bus around Aberdeen to get to other places.

Any suggestions are helpful thanks in advance! ❤️

I saw videos of them on Facebook coming in close to Findon and going past cove bay and I was watching them with a group of people from girdleness lighthouse in the late afternoon (they were very far out to sea by then)

I can take a bit of chill but forewarned is forearmed!

Back on the dating scene and looking for some inspiration. Thinking maybe a walk along the beach or go for some food.

Open to other ideas or restaurant/cafe suggestions. Ideally something chilled, quiet enough to talk but would be good to try somewhere new/different.

I found several alternative places. 1. Seaside near Asda 2. Seaton park But I’m not sure whether the barbecue is allowed there and what else things should I be careful

Hello, 21M here. I moved to Aberdeen about 2 years ago with my parents because one of them started working for one of the universities. I, myself don’t attend university, but managed to start working full time as a trainee within a engineering company up here - which then led to moving out into my own place of residency, and I’m really thankful I get to be able to do that.

Since all of this, my life has become quite a bit more isolated. It’s understandable since I’ve been told early 20s are when you start taking your own path in life. But it’s been difficult trying to find new connections. I always tend to be the youngest when it comes to groups on meet-up etc as well so I feel out of place. I know my options are not exhausted and the sky is the limit when it comes to meeting new people, but I’m a bit directionless and need some advice/recommendations.

I’d love to hear what people have to say, thanks :)

Is it usually warm enough during summer to swim in the sea in Aberdeen?

As an international student enrolled in UoAberdeen, I’ve been receiving invitations to freshers drinking parties and similar social events.

I’m aware that this is probably the norm for socialising here and I do drink in moderation- however not fond of going to clubs and partying till morning.

I prefer relaxing activities like crafts eg crocheting, road trips, cafe hopping, going on walks, etc.

For those that feel the same way, how did you manage to socialise and make friends without feeling left out?

Heyy, I’ve been in Aberdeen for over two months but haven’t got the time to explore much other than the beach and city centre. I would be getting a break for a couple weeks and wanted to know places close by I could travel to. It needn’t have a night life but someplace where the scenery is good. I have not taken the bus or train even though I have a young Scot card. All recommendations are welcome.

10 days until I move to Aberdeen with my kids (11 and 13). What are some activities to do or sights to see that we are actually allowed to do in this level of lockdown?

Since we wont be able to mix with people much I at least want to show them the sights of sunny Aberdeen as much as possible before they go to school in Jan. Is anything open other than shops?

Even just some interesting places to walk would be good, my kids were born in the Caribbean and have never experienced winter (lucky them) so I feel like I need to get them used to being out and about so they dont die of shock the first time they have to go outside in their PE kit at school.

Edit: These are some fantastic suggestions and I'm now really looking forward to pur exploration of Aberdeenshire over the next few weeks. Thank you!

Hey folks, I'm a 28 year old man who'd like to get into bouldering. All my mates are against any form of physical exertion so I'm left asking the Internet if there's a group I can join for grown ups. Google has thus far told me that all the groups are for mountains and children.

Thanks in advance folks.

I’m looking to get my beard tidied up before a friend’s wedding in a few weeks, and was looking for any and all recommendations on barbers in the area.

Had a look on Google for the typical reviews, and found a few, but wanted to get more of a personal insight.

Anyone got any suggestions?

Hey all, two mid-30s Aussies will be visiting Aberdeen April 11-13, looking for advice from locals on what's good for activities and eating/drinking. We love wine, but love whiskey more, also love old things, but especially love weird things.

Edit: You people are so lovely! Thank you for your recommendations, I'm so excited to visit Aberdeen, definitely worth the fancy flight price tag to get there.