Foresterhill, Aberdeen

Name: Foresterhill
Address: Aberdeen, United Kingdom

#114 among attractions in Aberdeen

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Foresterhill is an area in the city of Aberdeen, Scotland. It is the site of the city's main hospitals, as well as the medical school and medical science departments of the University of Aberdeen. It is the largest hospital complex in Europe. ()

Coordinates: 57°9'11"N, 2°8'14"W

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Midstocket - Rosemount (Midstocket)Aberdeen United Kingdom

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Foresterhill – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Gilcomston Church, Stewart Park, Statue of William Wallace, His Majesty's Theatre.

1.2 miSE
Church
Gilcomston Church, Aberdeen
32 min walk • Gilcomston Church, located in the heart of the Scottish city of Aberdeen, is an architectural monument with a rich history and significance for the local community. This impressive sacred building, constructed in the neoclassical style, has been a spiritual center for...
1 miN
Park
Stewart Park, Aberdeen
27 min walk • Stewart Park, a serene oasis in the bustling city of Aberdeen, United Kingdom, offers residents and visitors alike a verdant escape from urban life. This tranquil park is a perfect place for leisurely strolls, family picnics, and outdoor sports, making it a cherished...
1.3 miE
Monuments and statues
Statue of William Wallace, Aberdeen
33 min walk • In the granite heart of Aberdeen, a statue of Scottish hero William Wallace stands as a testament to the city's rich history and cultural heritage. The statue, a formidable representation of one of Scotland's most iconic figures, commemorates Wallace's relentless fight...
1.3 miE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen
33 min walk • His Majesty's Theatre in Aberdeen stands as a grand cultural landmark and one of the most significant theatres in Scotland. Opened in 1906, this Edwardian building has been a beacon of performance art for over a century, hosting a diverse range of productions from...
1.2 miS
Park, Garden
Johnston Gardens, Aberdeen
32 min walk • Johnston Gardens is a small public garden in Aberdeen, Scotland. The garden has won the Britain in Bloom competition many times. The gardens are full with flowers and shrubbery which sole purpose is for aesthetics. This is a very popular place for wedding photographs to be taken.
1.1 miS
Museum, Specialty museum
The Gordon Highlanders Museum, Aberdeen
29 min walk • The Gordon Highlanders Museum is based in Aberdeen, Scotland and celebrates the story of the Gordon Highlanders regiment, which originated as the 92nd Regiment of Foot in 1794, became the Gordon Highlanders in 1881 and was then amalgamated into a new larger unit of the British Army in 1994.
0.6 miE
Park
Victoria Park, Aberdeen
15 min walk • Victoria Park is a small park in the city of Aberdeen, Scotland. The park has an area of five hectares and was opened to the public in 1871. It is named after Queen Victoria.
1.3 miSE
Aberdeen's principal Catholic cathedral
St Mary's Cathedral, Aberdeen
33 min walk • The Cathedral Church of St Mary of the Assumption, usually known as St Mary's Cathedral, is a cathedral of the Roman Catholic Church in the city of Aberdeen, Scotland.
1.2 miE
Library
Central Library, Aberdeen
32 min walk • The Central Library of Aberdeen in Scotland is located on Rosemount Viaduct and is the main library for the city.
1 miSE
Park
Rubislaw and Queens Terrace Gardens, Aberdeen
26 min walk • Rubislaw and Queens Terrace Gardens are two small public gardens in Aberdeen, Scotland. Although they are officially two parks, they are bisected only by one road which runs between the 1 hectare rectangular area it covers, so can be considered as one park for this article.
0.5 miE
Park, Playground, Tennis court
Westburn Park, Aberdeen
14 min walk • Westburn Park is a public park located in Aberdeen, Scotland. It is owned by Aberdeen City Council and is one of the largest parks in the city, with an area of 10 hectares. It does not have flowerbeds or gardens and is mainly grass with some trees.

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Which popular attractions are close to Foresterhill?

Nearby attractions include Midstocket, Aberdeen (7 min walk), Cornhill, Aberdeen (12 min walk), Kittybrewster, Aberdeen (13 min walk), Westburn Park, Aberdeen (14 min walk).

How to get to Foresterhill by public transport?

The nearest stations to Foresterhill:

Bus

Ashgrove Road • Lines: 727 (25 min walk)
Northern Hotel • Lines: 727 (26 min walk)