Things to do in Aberdeenshire

Pssst… Did you know we have over 1,200 Trails all over the UK? If you’re looking for self-guided walks in Aberdeenshire, you’ve come to the right place! Explore the markers on the map above, check out the sites listed alphabetically below the map, or find a specific place using the search bar. Read on for a taste of what’s to come on your Trail journey…

Treasure Trails are self-guided walks with a twist: they are challenge-solving adventures for the whole family! Everyone (little and not-so-little kids) will love the awesome routes and crafty clues, cleverly curated to lead you on a Trail journey around the delights of Aberdeenshire. You’ll easily walk a couple of miles (perfect for little legs!), and whether you’re cracking a code, unearthing lost treasure or solving a mystery, there’s a day of fun to be had! Which tantalising Trail will you choose first?

If you’re wondering where to start when you visit Aberdeenshire, a Treasure Trail should be at the top of your list! With 22 awesome Trails, each with a themed story to captivate your team of daring explorers, you’re spoilt for choice. There is so much to love about this stunning region, from quaint, picture-perfect fishing villages to iconic historical landmarks and ancient architecture, and not forgetting 165 glorious miles of coastline. 

Calling all daring detectives in Stonehaven; there’s a mystery to unfurl and no time to waste! If treasure is more your bag, hot step it to Footdee to locate a hoard of ill-gotten gains, hidden many years ago by a local fisherman. In nearby Aberdeen’s West End, there’s a case to crack, and only TOP secret agents will be able to help (that’s you!). Quest complete? There are two more intriguing Trails around the city to tackle.

Aberdeenshire is a breathtakingly beautiful area of Scotland, full of hidden gems to unearth on your self-guided walk. Embrace the outdoors, have fun and make treasured memories with your loved ones. What more do you need from a day out? Your self-guided adventure is waiting for you, so let’s get (code) cracking! 

Discover all of Aberdeenshire’s exciting Treasure Trails in the alphabetical list below the map. To find somewhere more specific to your location, scroll up to the top of the page for a map view, or enter the place you’d like to explore into the search bar.