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Historic places in and around Aberdeen
Find places to visit in and around Aberdeen.
Picardy Symbol Stone
Wonder at the enigmatic carvings on a 2m tall Pictish monolith, which once stood on a stone cairn.
Maiden Stone
Visit The Maiden Stone, near Inverurie, is a 3 metre-tall cross-slab of pinkish granite, dating to sometime after AD 700.
Glenbuchat Castle
Glenbuchat Castle is a picturesque and sophisticated tower house built in the late 1500s.
Tolquhon Castle
Visit one of Grampian’s most picturesque castles.
St Mary's Kirk, Auchindoir
Wander the tranquil grounds of a simple parish church built in the late 1200s or early 1300s.
Corgarff Castle
Plan your visit to Corgarff Castle where you can unravel the two very different tales of this medieval tower house.
Our board
Historic Environment Scotland’s Board members bring a wide range of skills and experience to the organisation.
Popular locations for filmmakers
Browse our shortlist of inspiring and frequently requested filming locations, from rugged castles to grand cathedrals.
Tarves Tomb - Plan your visit
Information to help you plan a visit to the Tarves Tomb in Aberdeenshire
Housing nuclear workers in Caithness
Read about research into how the arrival of nuclear energy transformed housing and society in Caithness in the 1950s.
Hikes through history
From gentle walks to exhilarating hikes, these routes will get you into fresh air exploring Scotland's history.
Historic places for getting away from it all
Visiting heritage sites has been proven to boost wellbeing. Here's some Historic Scotland where you can take a stroll, enjoy the fresh air and some peace and quiet.
Marine consent
Find out how we advise on looking after Historic Marine Protected Areas, including our role in assessing the impacts of works subject to consent processes.
Examples of heritage crime
Read about some examples of heritage crime, including theft, vandalism and metal detecting.
Other sources of funding
Find alternative sources of funding for historic buildings and historic environment activities.