Museums in Aberdeen, Grampian and Moray

Aberdeenshire has many Cultural places to visit, both within the City itself and in the principal towns in the area, all within easy travelling whether it be by car our public transport.

Duff House

Beautiful Georgian Mansion and Art Gallery forming part of the National Gallery of Scotland, Situated on the Banks of the River Deveron in Banff. The House was built by William Adam between 1735 and 1740 for the Earl of Fife. The stunning grounds are an attraction in their own right with walks around the Gorge of the River Deveron. Has a Café and Shop on the ground floor.

B&Bs near Duff House - Brandon Lodge near Portsoy, Castleview Bed and Breakfast, Dufftown , The Dulaig, Grantown on Spey

Provost Skene’s House

Historic House in the centre of Aberdeen dating from 1545. The house is furnished to show as it was In the 17^th,18^th, 19^th centuries. It has a fine example of a  17^th Century Vaulted Cellar, as well as an intriguing series of religious paintings in the painted gallery,and changing fashions in the costume gallery. Currently closed for renovations.

B&Bs near Provost Skene's House - Castleview Bed and Breakfast, Dufftown

Aberdeen Maritime Museum

The city’s award winning Museum, Contains exhibits of the modern oil industry as well as the City’s fishing and shipping history. overlooking the Harbour, it tells the story of the city’s maritime and shipbuilding heritage, it also incorporates Provost Ross’s House dating from 1593. Free admission.

B&Bs near Aberdeen Maritime Museum - Castleview Bed and Breakfast, Dufftown

Aberdeen Art Gallery

One of the city’s most popular visitor attractions housing an important fine art collection with good examples of 19^th,20^th and 21^st century works of art, it also houses a substantial display of decorative art. Reopened in November 2019 after refurbishment. Free admission. Cafes and concert hall.

B&Bs near Aberdeen Art Gallery and Museum - Castleview Bed and Breakfast, Dufftown