The Dark Side of Aberdeen: A Self-guided Audio Walk

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The Dark Side of Aberdeen: A Self-guided Audio Walk

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The Dark Side of Aberdeen: A Self-guided Audio Walk

2 Adults x $8.99

$17.98

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$17.98

The Dark Side of Aberdeen: A Self-guided Audio Walk

2 Adults x $8.99

$17.98

Approx Total

$17.98

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
VoiceMap Application
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Lifetime access to 'Dark Aberdeen: Piracy, Slavery and Insurrection' tour

Smartphone
Transportation
Food/drinks
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route

Overview

Explore the murkier corners of Aberdeen at your own pace with this highly acclaimed self guided audio walking tour of Aberdeen. Beginning from the Mercat Cross, you'll weave your way through hundreds of years of history while discovering the stories of piracy, slavery, and insurrection that the city hides in plain sight. Hear about "Indian Pete" and his efforts to banish child slavery. The tour is ready whenever you feel like taking a stroll. It plays audio automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smart phone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which also works offline. It does not need a network connection to work. If you've got an hour and want to see some of the grisly and gloomy corners that Aberdeen has to offer – this is the tour for you!

Itinerary

Marischal College

The tour takes you on a wandering walk beginning at the Mercat Cross, near the Tourist Office, and ending with a dramatic view of the city's crown jewel - Marischall College. Start the tour in the app, put your phone in your pocket, and let your guide direct you through the streets. The total walking distance is approximately 1.5km and takes about an hour without stopping, but you can pause anytime! Most people will opt to stop for a coffee or ice-cream snack or for photography opportunities along the way. The narration is crisply mastered by a professional audio engineering staff, and the tour creates an engaging experience that is suitable for all ages that can wear ear buds. Key landmarks include: • Mercat Cross (Market Cross) • Aberdeen Harbour • Aberdeen Maritime Museum and Provost Ross House • Marischal Square and Marischal College • Provost Skene's House The exact route can be seen upon downloading or viewing the tour. Audio from the tour can also be previewed at this site.

40 minutes
Aberdeen Maritime Museum (Pass By)

The Aberdeen Maritime Museum charts the close relationship between Aberdeen, its harbour and the sea. Inside there are fascinating exhibits from the fishing, ship building and oil industries.
Provost Ross House (Pass By)

Provost Ross' House was built in 1593 and is the second oldest building in Aberdeen. Provost John Ross was the Mayor of Aberdeen from 1710 to 1712. Ross made his money as a ship owner. You can see the harbour from the windows of his house.
The Green (Pass By)

The Green was once a flourishing market area and is still used as such on Fridays. It’s now surrounded by bars, restaurants and small businesses.
Provost Skene's House (Pass By)

Sir George Skene was Provost of the city from 1676 for 9 years and is most notable for his old house. The rooms are furnished in the styles of the 17th, 18th and early 19th centuries. Inside there are collections of coins and local history.
Marischal Square (Pass By)

Marischal Square is a £107 million pound development that blends the old with the new. It houses a hotel, shops and offices right in the heart of Aberdeen. You'll find the famous Mackie's ice cream parlour here.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Non Refundable

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Great is of tech and highly informative.

Published on Feb, 2023

Have lived in Aberdeen all my life and still learnt a lot from the tour. Great tech which allows you to not be rushed and do your at convenient time. Looking forward to our next one.

Great is of tech and highly informative.

Published on Feb, 2023

Have lived in Aberdeen all my life and still learnt a lot from the tour. Great tech which allows you to not be rushed and do your at convenient time. Looking forward to our next one.

Great way to explore the city found out lots of interesting facts and will definitely do it again with my partner

Published on Oct, 2022

Finding new places in Aberdeen that I've never seen before or didn't know anything about. Will definitely recommend

Great way to explore the city found out lots of interesting facts and will definitely do it again with my partner

Published on Oct, 2022

Finding new places in Aberdeen that I've never seen before or didn't know anything about. Will definitely recommend

Nicely narrated stroll through Aberdeen

Published on Jul, 2022

This was great value for money and perfectly pitched for a light stroll around Aberdeen. I did it with a local friend who also enjoyed it. Not sure if we missed a talk point but the tiled mural depicting the history of the Aberdeen Witch Panic is well worth a stop for a read. It was just before the Prince of Wales Pub in the corner of St Nicholas’ lane. Highly recommend.

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