From historic streets to vibrant neighbourhoods, Aberdeen City is brimming with culture history, and exciting experiences. Explore the cobbled streets of Old Aberdeen, soak up the charm of Fittie with its colourful fishing cottages or wander through Rosemount filled with independent shops, cafés, and restaurants. Immerse yourself in the city’s rich heritage, contemporary art, live music and thriving food scene. Aberdeen Convention Bureau can ensure that your delegates experience the perfect visit to the Granite City.

The region offers a wealth of accommodation options suited to all budgets and tastes. From university accommodation to hiring your own castle exclusively, Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire provides the perfect value-for-money destination.

Aberdeen offers the perfect blend of modern, accessible event infrastructure and stunning Scottish scenery. From large-scale conferences to intimate corporate gatherings, the region provides everything you need to plan an event that stands out. * Diverse venues for events of all sizes * Easy access by air, rail and road * Expert local support at every stage * Unique incentive experiences to reward and motivate * A safe, welcoming and sustainable destination

The region has a rich tradition of educational achievement from as early as the 15th century, which continues to this day. From the discovery of insulin to the creation of the MRI scanner, Aberdeenshire has often been the birthplace of bright sparks. The region has two world class universities and one college that produce Scotland’s most employable graduates. These institutions support research and innovation, providing talent to support local businesses in energy, life sciences, architecture, engineering, medicine, health and the creative industries, all of which are thriving industries in the North East. The pool of educated and skilled workers is high, making it a competitive location to start or relocate a business output. The spark of entrepreneurship is ignited by the support of academic institutions and private sector drivers, such as Opportunity North East, providing the perfect base for innovation to thrive.

Find the perfect venue - whether you’re hosting a conference, gala dinner, board meeting or post-event celebration. Choose from modern convention centres, boutique hotels, heritage properties and breathtaking rural settings.